JL
Joshua L. Linton
CETERA INVESTMENT ADVISERS LLC
AUGUSTA, GA 30909
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CRD#: 5553555
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Professional summary
Joshua Lee Linton, who also goes by Josh Linton, Joshua Linton, is a registered financial advisor currently at CETERA INVESTMENT ADVISERS LLC located in Augusta, Georgia and CETERA WEALTH SERVICES, LLC located in Augusta, Georgia.
Joshua is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and RR (Registered Representative) and started their career in finance in 2008. Joshua has worked at 10 firms and has passed the Series 66, Series 63, SIE, Series 7 and Series 6 exams.
Question & Answer
Are you a "fiduciary"?
Yes
Aliases
Josh Linton | Joshua Linton
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) RENTAL PROPERTY POSITION: Owner of property NATURE: Owner of a rental property with 2 units. Property does not require any use of my time during normal business/market hours. INVESTMENT RELATED: Yes NUMBER OF HOURS: 1 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 0 START DATE: 06/20/2019 ADDRESS: 607 Oberlin Rd, Augusta GA 30909, United States DESCRIPTION: I address any issues if/when they arise regarding the property mainly in the event something breaks or needs service. I have service providers to address those issues when they arise. 2) JLMK LLC DBA NOBLE OAK FINANCIAL POSITION: Organizer NATURE: Entity for Avantax related business. INVESTMENT RELATED: Yes NUMBER OF HOURS: 160 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 130 START DATE: 05/06/2024 ADDRESS: 147 Davis Rd, STE B, Augusta GA 30907, United States DESCRIPTION: Owner/Parnter in the financial services, business. Providez financial planning, retirement planning, income planning, insurance planning ,business succession planning. 3) 54 NOTARY PUBLIC POSITION: Notary Public NATURE: Notary Public issues in Richmond County, GA. Do not advertise or charge for this service. INVESTMENT RELATED: No NUMBER OF HOURS: 1 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 1 START DATE: 06/01/2022 ADDRESS: 607 Oberlin Rd, Augusta GA 30909, United States DESCRIPTION: Provide a notary stamp upon verification of identity of signer.I understand that I am prohibited from notarizing investment related documents while also acting as the fp on the account of a client.
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Certified licenses
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NoneExperience
Current
September 5, 2025 - Present
CETERA INVESTMENT ADVISERS LLC
Office #1: 147 Davis Road Ste B, Augusta, GA 30909RIA
CRD#: 105644
AUGUSTA, GA
Current
September 5, 2025 - Present
CETERA WEALTH SERVICES, LLC
Office #1: 147 Davis Road Suite B, Augusta, GA 30907BD
CRD#: 13572
Augusta, GA
Past
June 20, 2024 - September 5, 2025
AVANTAX ADVISORY SERVICES
RIA
CRD#: 104556
AUGUSTA, GA
Past
June 17, 2024 - September 5, 2025
AVANTAX INVESTMENT SERVICES, INC.
BD
CRD#: 13686
Augusta, GA
Past
February 14, 2018 - June 26, 2024
LPL FINANCIAL LLC
RIA
CRD#: 6413
AUGUSTA, GA
Past
February 14, 2018 - June 26, 2024
LPL FINANCIAL LLC
BD
CRD#: 6413
AUGUSTA, GA
Past
September 1, 2017 - February 16, 2018
INVEST FINANCIAL CORPORATION
RIA
CRD#: 12984
AUGUSTA, GA
Past
September 1, 2017 - February 14, 2018
INVEST FINANCIAL CORPORATION
BD
CRD#: 12984
AUGUSTA, GA
Past
September 6, 2016 - September 6, 2017
TRUIST ADVISORY SERVICES, INC.
RIA
CRD#: 283390
AUGUSTA, GA
Past
October 15, 2013 - December 31, 2016
TRUIST INVESTMENT SERVICES, INC.
RIA
CRD#: 17499
AUGUSTA, GA
Past
October 11, 2013 - September 6, 2017
TRUIST INVESTMENT SERVICES, INC.
BD
CRD#: 17499
AUGUSTA, GA
Past
March 15, 2013 - October 18, 2013
FIFTH THIRD SECURITIES, INC.
RIA
CRD#: 628
AUGUSTA, GA
Past
May 12, 2011 - October 18, 2013
FIFTH THIRD SECURITIES, INC.
BD
CRD#: 628
AUGUSTA, GA
Past
August 12, 2008 - February 10, 2011
WELLS FARGO CLEARING SERVICES, LLC
BD
CRD#: 19616
AUGUSTA, GA
Primary Firm SEC Registration
This SEC-registered firm can serve clients nationwide. Some states may require the firm to submit a notice filing if the firm has more than 5 clients or a physical office there. You can view these state-level filings under the section titled "State Registrations and Notice Filings".
CI
CETERA INVESTMENT ADVISERS LLC
CETERA ADVISOR NETWORKS | TERRA FINANCIAL PLANNING GROUP LTD | GENWORTH FINANCIAL ADVISERS CORPORATION | FIRST ALLIED ADVISORY SERVICES | CETERA INVESTMENT ADVISERS LLC | CETERA ADVISORS
CRD#: 105644 / SEC#: 801-20406
RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (1/13/1984 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
Florida(9/5/2025)
RR
Georgia(9/5/2025)
IAR
Georgia(9/5/2025)
RR
Maryland(9/5/2025)
RR
Nevada(9/5/2025)
RR
North Carolina(9/5/2025)
RR
North Dakota(9/5/2025)
RR
Ohio(9/19/2025)
RR
South Carolina(9/5/2025)
RR
Texas(9/5/2025)
IAR
Texas(9/5/2025)
Exams
State Security Law Exam
State Security Law Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
SRO Registrations
RR
FINRA
Current Firm
CI
CETERA INVESTMENT ADVISERS LLC
CETERA ADVISOR NETWORKS | TERRA FINANCIAL PLANNING GROUP LTD | GENWORTH FINANCIAL ADVISERS CORPORATION | FIRST ALLIED ADVISORY SERVICES | CETERA INVESTMENT ADVISERS LLC | CETERA ADVISORS
CRD#: 105644 / SEC#: 801-20406
RIA
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Contact information
Main Address
1450 American Lane 6th Floor, Suite 650, Schaumburg, IL 60173-2096
Mailing Address
Phone number
(310) 257-7880
Established
Firm type
Fiscal year end
# of Employees
7,705
SEC notice filing (53 States and Territories)
Regulatory assets under management
| Total Number of Accounts | 584,487 |
| AUM (Assets Under Management) | $ 163,792,814,520 |
Accountant surprise examination report
| Filing Date | Form ADV-E Cover | Form ADV-E Report |
|---|---|---|
| 10/27/2025 | ||
| 12/13/2024 | ||
| 09/26/2023 | ||
| 11/18/2022 |
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Company Information
CETERA INVESTMENT ADVISERS LLC
CRD#: 105644Augusta, GA 30909TRUST BUT VERIFY
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