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Taylor Robert Schulte

Taylor R. Schulte

DEFINE FINANCIAL
SAN DIEGO, CA 92130
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CRD#: 5371615
Taylor Robert Schulte

Professional summary


Taylor Robert Schulte, CFP® is a registered financial advisor currently at DEFINE FINANCIAL, LLC located in San Diego, California.

Taylor is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and started their career in finance in 2007. Taylor has worked at 6 firms and has passed the Series 66, Series 31 and Series 7 exams.

Biography


I’m a proud graduate of the Eller College of Business at the University of Arizona and the Executive Financial Planner program at San Diego State University. In addition, I hold the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ designation – exemplifying my commitment to the highest standards of integrity and professionalism in the industry. When I’m not perfecting financial plans, you can find me traveling with my wife and two sons, searching for the next best carne asada burrito, or trying to master Adam Scott’s golf swing.
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Question & Answer


What are your service offerings?
Tax Planning
Retirement Planning
Comprehensive Financial Planni...
Estate Planning
Insurance Planning
Investment Planning
Do you have an area of expertise or specialization?
Baby Boomers
High Net Worth Client Needs
Insurance Related Issues
Investment Advice with Ongoing...
Retirement Plan Investment Adv...
Retirement Planning & Distribu...
What is your minimum asset requirement?
1M
Are you a "fiduciary"?
Yes

Aliases


None

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.
Wealthtender, Inc. not investment-related 1900 West Gray, Suite 132015, Houston, TX 77019 personal finance content publication platform Shareholder 1/1/2024 5 hours per month 0 hours during trading Passive shareholder providing thought leadership, content, and support. Schulte Ventures, LLC not investment-related 12526 High Bluff Dr, Suite 238, San Diego, CA 92130 Online educational content (e.g., blog, podcast, courses, virtual events, webinars) through Stay Wealthy and TaylorSchulte.com and consulting through dba TS Consulting Owner 8/11/2020 15 hours per month, 0 hours during trading hours Creator, Author, Consultant

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CRS (Client Relationship Summary) - RIA


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CRS (Customer Relationship Summary)

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®

Start date: 2013

Experience


Current

May 2, 2017 - Present

DEFINE FINANCIAL, LLC

Office #1: 12526 High Bluff Drive Suite 270, San Diego, CA 92130
RIA
CRD#: 286648
SAN DIEGO, CA
Past

June 25, 2014 - August 18, 2017

ADVANCED PRACTICE ADVISORS, LLC

RIA
CRD#: 154084
SAN DIEGO, CA
Past

May 1, 2012 - June 24, 2014

MUTUAL SECURITIES, INC.

BD
CRD#: 13092
SAN DIEGO, CA
Past

April 30, 2012 - June 26, 2014

BEVERLY HILLS WEALTH MANAGEMENT, LLC

RIA
CRD#: 152031
BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Past

June 1, 2009 - May 2, 2012

MORGAN STANLEY

RIA
CRD#: 149777
SAN DIEGO, CA
Past

June 1, 2009 - May 2, 2012

MORGAN STANLEY

BD
CRD#: 149777
SAN DIEGO, CA
Past

October 4, 2007 - June 1, 2009

MORGAN STANLEY & CO. LLC

RIA
CRD#: 8209
SAN DIEGO, CA
Past

August 29, 2007 - June 1, 2009

MORGAN STANLEY & CO. LLC

BD
CRD#: 8209
SAN DIEGO, CA

Primary Firm SEC Registration


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DEFINE FINANCIAL, LLC
DEFINE FINANCIAL, LLC
DEFINE FINANCIAL, LLC

CRD#: 286648 / SEC#: 801-122024

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (8/6/2021 Approved)
California
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (9/15/2021 Terminated)
Texas
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (8/16/2021 Terminated)

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.

Highlighted states indicate IAR registrations

IAR
California
(5/2/2017)
IAR
Texas
(4/28/2021)

Exams


State Security Law Exam
RR
IAR
Series 66
Date: 10/2/2007
Uniform Combined State Law Examination
General Industry/Product Exam
RR
Series 31
Date: 10/12/2007
Futures Managed Funds Examination
General Industry/Product Exam

Current Firm


DEFINE FINANCIAL, LLC
DEFINE FINANCIAL, LLC
DEFINE FINANCIAL, LLC

CRD#: 286648 / SEC#: 801-122024

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (8/6/2021 Approved)
California
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (9/15/2021 Terminated)
Texas
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (8/16/2021 Terminated)
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Contact information


Main Address
12526 High Bluff Drive Suite 270, San Diego, CA 92130
Mailing Address
Phone number
(858) 345-1197
Established
Firm type
Fiscal year end
# of Employees
4

SEC notice filing (3 States and Territories)


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Documents


Customer Relationship Summary (CRS / SEC)Latest Form ADV

Part 2 Brochures

2025-07-25 DEFINE FINANCIAL FORM ADV PART 2A (7/25/2025)

Regulatory assets under management


Total Number of Accounts524
AUM (Assets Under Management)$ 275,820,518

Red Flags


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Company Information


DEFINE FINANCIAL, LLC

DEFINE FINANCIAL, LLC

CRD#: 286648San Diego, CA 92130

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