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John A. Szkaradek

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CRD#: 5165396
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Professional summary


Being a previously registered professional could mean that this person is no longer operating under the supervision of the SEC or FINRA.

That means that the Securities and Exchange Commission may not be able to oversee the services that this specific professional is providing.

John Andrew Szkaradek, CFP®, who also goes by Andy Szkaradek, was a registered financial professional .

John is a previously registered financial professional and started their career in finance in 2006. John had worked at 8 firms and has passed the Series 66, Series 63, Series 7TO, SIE and Series 7 exams.

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Question & Answer


Are you a "fiduciary"?
No

Aliases


Andy Szkaradek

Other business activities


Outside business activity is any business or activity undertaken by an advisor that is outside the scope of their relationship with their firm (e.g., consulting services, real estate, freelance work, teaching, etc.). Investors should stay informed about these activities to ensure no conflicts of interest.
1. Co-owner of The Lunasphere, a UVC lighting company. Organization's primary address is in Miami, FL. Organization is not primarily engaged in investment-related activity. Start date was March 2, 2020. Fifteen hours per month. Duties include the general management of the business.

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CRS (Client Relationship Summary)


The CRS(Customer Relationship Summary) document is not provided.

Certified licenses


Advisors may have various certifications and credentials from different organizations. AdvisorCheck highlights these seven certifications - AIF®, CFP®, ChFC®, CFA, CLU®, CIMA®, CPWA®
CFP®

Experience


Past

October 20, 2022 - November 20, 2023

UNITED CAPITAL FINANCIAL ADVISORS

RIA
CRD#: 134600
MIAMI, FL
Past

September 2, 2022 - November 20, 2023

GOLDMAN SACHS & CO. LLC

BD
CRD#: 361
MIAMI, FL
Past

October 20, 2021 - July 20, 2022

ERNST & YOUNG INVESTMENT ADVISERS LLP

RIA
CRD#: 110921
Tampa, FL
Past

June 2, 2017 - November 9, 2018

CHERRY BEKAERT WEALTH MANAGEMENT LLC

RIA
CRD#: 108504
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Past

September 16, 2016 - May 2, 2017

TRUIST ADVISORY SERVICES, INC.

RIA
CRD#: 283390
CORAL GABLES, FL
Past

August 14, 2013 - May 2, 2017

TRUIST INVESTMENT SERVICES, INC.

BD
CRD#: 17499
CORAL GABLES, FL
Past

July 2, 2013 - December 31, 2016

TRUIST INVESTMENT SERVICES, INC.

RIA
CRD#: 17499
CORAL GABLES, FL
Past

November 26, 2008 - May 30, 2013

STRATEGIC WEALTH SOLUTIONS, INC.

RIA
CRD#: 147610
CORAL SPRINGS, FL
Past

October 23, 2006 - February 7, 2007

RAYMOND JAMES & ASSOCIATES, INC.

BD
CRD#: 705
CORAL GABLES, FL

Primary Firm SEC Registration


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UC
UNITED CAPITAL FINANCIAL ADVISORS
FINLIFE PARTNERS | UNITED CAPITAL WEALTH | UNITED CAPITAL RETIREMENT ADVISERS | UNITED CAPITAL PRIVATE WEALTH COUNSELING | UNITED CAPITAL FINANCIAL LIFE MANAGEMENT | UNITED CAPITAL FINANCIAL ADVISORS, LLC | UNITED CAPITAL FINANCIAL ADVISORS | UNITED CAPITAL FINANCIAL ADVISERS, LLC | UNITED CAPITAL FINANCIAL ADVISERS, INC. | UNITED CAPITAL FINANCIAL ADVISERS | UNITED CAPITAL | UCFA, LLC | UCFA | PFM | GS PFM | GOLDMAN SACHS PERSONAL FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT

CRD#: 134600 / SEC#: 801-64376

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (6/9/2005 Approved)

State Registrations and Notice Filings


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This advisor is not registered in any state.

Exams


State Security Law Exam
RR
IAR
Series 66
Date: 9/19/2022
Uniform Combined State Law Examination
State Security Law Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
RR
Series 7TO
Date: 9/2/2022
General Securities Representative Examination
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam

Current Firm


UC
UNITED CAPITAL FINANCIAL ADVISORS
FINLIFE PARTNERS | UNITED CAPITAL WEALTH | UNITED CAPITAL RETIREMENT ADVISERS | UNITED CAPITAL PRIVATE WEALTH COUNSELING | UNITED CAPITAL FINANCIAL LIFE MANAGEMENT | UNITED CAPITAL FINANCIAL ADVISORS, LLC | UNITED CAPITAL FINANCIAL ADVISORS | UNITED CAPITAL FINANCIAL ADVISERS, LLC | UNITED CAPITAL FINANCIAL ADVISERS, INC. | UNITED CAPITAL FINANCIAL ADVISERS | UNITED CAPITAL | UCFA, LLC | UCFA | PFM | GS PFM | GOLDMAN SACHS PERSONAL FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT

CRD#: 134600 / SEC#: 801-64376

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (6/9/2005 Approved)
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Contact information


Main Address
125 E John Carpenter Frwy Suite 1300, Irving, TX 75062
Mailing Address
Phone number
(972) 822-2055
Established
Firm type
Fiscal year end
# of Employees
271

SEC notice filing (53 States and Territories)


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Documents


Customer Relationship Summary (CRS / SEC)Latest Form ADV

Part 2 Brochures

UNITED CAPITAL FINANCIAL ADVISORS WRAP FEE PROGRAM BROCHURE (3/28/2025)

Regulatory assets under management


Total Number of Accounts41,738
AUM (Assets Under Management)$ 17,211,052,120

Accountant surprise examination report


Filing DateForm ADV-E CoverForm ADV-E Report
10/01/2024
Cover Page
10/30/2023
01/26/2023

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Company Information


UNITED CAPITAL FINANCIAL ADVISORS

CRD#: 134600

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