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Scott Robert Frank

Scott Robert Frank

CFP®
STONE STEPS FINANCIAL
ENCINITAS, CA
·CRD# 5408098·19 years experience

Professional Summary

Scott Robert Frank, CFP® is a registered financial advisor currently at STONE STEPS FINANCIAL, LLC located in Encinitas, California. Scott is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and started their career in finance in 2007. Scott has worked at 2 firms and has passed the Series 65 exam.

At a Glance

Always Fiduciary

Fiduciary Standard

Fee Structure

Under $50K

Account Minimum

Active Clients

Fiduciary Standard

Fee Structure

Account Minimum

Active Clients

Who I Serve

Business Owners & Entrepreneurs
Pre-Retirees
Retirees

Services Offered

  • Estate & Legacy Planning
  • Investment Management
  • Risk Management & Insurance
  • Tax Planning
  • Education Funding
  • Business Services
  • Retirement Planning
  • Financial Planning
  • Cashflow & Budgeting

Biography

I live in a little beach town, Cardiff by the Sea, just north of San Diego with my wife, Amanda, our son, Lucas, and our dogs, Maddie & Sofia. When I’m not geeking out on financial news or white papers you’ll find me surfing with friends (Stone Steps is named for a surf break just a few minutes north of my house), running along the Pacific Coast Highway, or spending time with my family.

Other Aliases

There are no additional aliases reported.

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Contact Information

Direct

(xxx) xxx-xxxx

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Credentials

CFP®
Certified Financial PlannerSince 2014

Years of Experience

19 years in the financial services industry

Current & Past Employments

STONE STEPS FINANCIAL, LLC·CRD# 175289
RIA
533 Second Street, Suite 207, Encinitas, CA 92024
May 7, 2026 - Present
STONE STEPS FINANCIAL, LLC·CRD# 175289
RIA
Encinitas, CA
April 3, 2015 - January 17, 2026
WEATHERLY ASSET MANAGEMENT·CRD# 106935
RIA
Del Mar, CA
September 25, 2007 - March 3, 2015

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Current Firm

STONE STEPS FINANCIAL, LLC
STONE STEPS FINANCIAL, LLC

NEW LEAF FINANCIAL GUIDANCE | STONE STEPS FINANCIAL, LLC

CRD#: 175289 / SEC#: 801-131412
RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (11/4/2024 Approved)
California
Registered Investment Advisory firm - California (1/17/2026 Terminated)
Texas
Registered Investment Advisory firm - Texas (12/18/2025 Terminated)
Why is a state registration marked "Terminated"? When a firm registers with the SEC (usually after managing $100M+ AUM), it often withdraws separate state firm registrations unless required by that state. The firm can still serve clients there through its individually registered Investment Advisor Representatives (IARs).

Contact Information

Main Address

533 Second Street, Suite 207, Encinitas, CA 92024

Phone Number

(760) 456-7147

# of Employees

6

SEC notice filing (4 States and Territories)

Registered to provide investment advisory services in 4 US states and territories.

Documents

Customer Relationship Summary (CRS / SEC)Latest Form ADV

Part 2 Brochures

FORM ADV PART 2A (3/24/2026)

Regulatory Assets Under Management

Total Number of Accounts

613

AUM (Assets Under Management)

$146,585,773

Accountant Surprise Examination Report

Filing DateForm ADV-E CoverForm ADV-E Report
02/26/2026Cover PageReport

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Other business activities

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The advisor shows no other business activity.

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Primary Firm SEC Registration

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STONE STEPS FINANCIAL, LLC
STONE STEPS FINANCIAL, LLC

NEW LEAF FINANCIAL GUIDANCE | STONE STEPS FINANCIAL, LLC

CRD#: 175289 / SEC#: 801-131412
RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (11/4/2024 Approved)
California
Registered Investment Advisory firm - California (1/17/2026 Terminated)
Texas
Registered Investment Advisory firm - Texas (12/18/2025 Terminated)
Why is a state registration marked "Terminated"? When a firm registers with the SEC (usually after managing $100M+ AUM), it often withdraws separate state firm registrations unless required by that state. The firm can still serve clients there through its individually registered Investment Advisor Representatives (IARs).

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.
IAR
California
(5/7/2026)
IAR
Texas
(5/7/2026)

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Exams

Financial professionals may take different exams throughout their careers based on the types of services they provide and roles they perform.

Series 65 — Uniform Investment Adviser Law Examination

Passed Sep 2007About the Series 65 exam

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CRS (Client Relationship Summary) - RIA

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CRS (Customer Relationship Summary)

Services Offered by Scott

  • Estate & Legacy Planning
  • Investment Management
  • Risk Management & Insurance
  • Tax Planning
  • Education Funding
  • Business Services
  • Retirement Planning
  • Financial Planning
  • Cashflow & Budgeting

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