James M. Strate
STRATEGIC ADVISERS LLC | Financial Consultant
MEDINA, MN
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CRD#: 5195666
Professional summary
James Michael Strate, CFP®, who also goes by James Michael Strate, is a registered financial advisor currently at STRATEGIC ADVISERS LLC located in Medina, Minnesota and FIDELITY BROKERAGE SERVICES LLC located in Minnetonka, Minnesota.
James is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and RR (Registered Representative) and started their career in finance in 2006. James has worked at 5 firms and has passed the Series 63, SIE, Series 7 and Series 6 exams.
Biography
I have been helping clients with their personal and financial goals for more than 16 years. I assist clients in establishing, analyzing, developing and maintaining their financial plans and investment strategies. This is done in a collaborative manner taking into account my clients priorities and expectations.
Question & Answer
What are your service offerings?
Education Planning
Investment Planning
Employee and Employer Plan Ben...
Insurance Planning
Retirement Planning
Estate Planning
Comprehensive Financial Planni...
What is your minimum asset requirement?
1M
Are you a "fiduciary"?
Yes
Aliases
James Michael Strate
Other business activities
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CRS (Client Relationship Summary) - RIA
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Certified licenses
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CFP®
Start date: 2013
Education
St. Cloud State University
Bachelor of Science (BS) - Finance
2006
Experience
Current
March 31, 2025 - Present
STRATEGIC ADVISERS LLC
Office #2: 11450 Wayzata Blvd, Minnetonka, MN 55305RIA
CRD#: 104555
MEDINA, MN
Current
October 15, 2013 - Present
FIDELITY BROKERAGE SERVICES LLC
Office #1: 11450 Wayzata Blvd, Minnetonka, MN 55305BD
CRD#: 7784
Minnetonka, MN
Past
July 13, 2018 - March 31, 2025
FIDELITY PERSONAL AND WORKPLACE ADVISORS
RIA
CRD#: 288590
MINNETONKA, MN
Past
November 11, 2013 - July 13, 2018
STRATEGIC ADVISERS LLC
RIA
CRD#: 104555
MINNETONKA, MN
Past
April 22, 2010 - October 17, 2013
AMERIPRISE FINANCIAL SERVICES, LLC
RIA
CRD#: 6363
MINNEAPOLIS, MN
Past
November 10, 2006 - October 17, 2013
AMERIPRISE FINANCIAL SERVICES, LLC
BD
CRD#: 6363
MINNEAPOLIS, MN
Past
August 2, 2006 - November 8, 2006
WOODBURY FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC.
BD
CRD#: 421
BROOKLYN PARK, MN
Primary Firm SEC Registration
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SA
STRATEGIC ADVISERS LLC
CROSBY ADVISORS | STRATEGIC ADVISERS, INC. | STRATEGIC ADVISERS LLC | STRATEGIC ADVISERS INC. | SAME | PORTFOLIO PLANNER | PORTFOLIO ADVISORY SERVICES/PAS | PORTFOLIO ADVISORY SERVICES | FIDELITY PRIVATE PORTFOLIO SERVICES | FIDELITY PORTFOLIO SELECTOR | FIDELITY PORTFOLIO PLANNER | FIDELITY FUNDS MANAGERPROGRAM
CRD#: 104555 / SEC#: 801-13243
RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (8/11/1977 Approved)State Registrations and Notice Filings
Listed states reflect where the advisor is authorized to serve clients under state regulations.
IAR
means the advisor is registered as an Investment Advisor Representative in this state and is authorized to provide investment advice to clients there.RR
indicates the advisor is registered as a Registered Representative in this state, allowing them to offer securities such as stocks, bonds, and mutual funds through a broker-dealer.Visual representation of state registrations
RR
Arizona(10/15/2013)
RR
California(12/9/2019)
RR
Colorado(11/16/2020)
RR
Florida(10/15/2013)
RR
Georgia(3/25/2023)
RR
Illinois(10/21/2025)
RR
Indiana(3/25/2023)
RR
Iowa(10/15/2013)
RR
Massachusetts(7/28/2016)
RR
Minnesota(10/15/2013)
IAR
Minnesota(3/31/2025)
RR
Missouri(5/1/2019)
RR
New Hampshire(7/21/2023)
RR
New Jersey(10/17/2019)
RR
New York(11/16/2020)
RR
North Dakota(10/15/2013)
RR
South Carolina(8/23/2023)
RR
South Dakota(3/4/2022)
RR
Texas(5/27/2016)
IAR
Texas(3/31/2025)
RR
Utah(3/4/2022)
RR
Virginia(4/23/2020)
RR
Wisconsin(10/15/2013)
Exams
State Security Law Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
SRO Registrations
RR
FINRA
SRO Registrations
RR
New York Stock Exchange
Current Firm
SA
STRATEGIC ADVISERS LLC
CROSBY ADVISORS | STRATEGIC ADVISERS, INC. | STRATEGIC ADVISERS LLC | STRATEGIC ADVISERS INC. | SAME | PORTFOLIO PLANNER | PORTFOLIO ADVISORY SERVICES/PAS | PORTFOLIO ADVISORY SERVICES | FIDELITY PRIVATE PORTFOLIO SERVICES | FIDELITY PORTFOLIO SELECTOR | FIDELITY PORTFOLIO PLANNER | FIDELITY FUNDS MANAGERPROGRAM
CRD#: 104555 / SEC#: 801-13243
RIA
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Contact information
Main Address
155 Seaport Blvd, Boston, MA 02210-2698
Mailing Address
Phone number
(617) 563-7000
Established
Firm type
Fiscal year end
# of Employees
16,291
SEC notice filing (52 States and Territories)
Documents
Regulatory assets under management
| Total Number of Accounts | 2,486,631 |
| AUM (Assets Under Management) | $ 1,067,664,605,590 |
Accountant surprise examination report
| Filing Date | Form ADV-E Cover | Form ADV-E Report |
|---|---|---|
| 09/24/2025 |
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Company Information
STRATEGIC ADVISERS LLC
Financial ConsultantCRD#: 104555Medina, MNTRUST BUT VERIFY
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