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Matthew Cotton

Matthew Cotton

THURSTON SPRINGER ADVISORS | Financial Consultant
Mishawaka, IN 46545
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CRD#: 5585692
Matthew Cotton

Professional summary


Matthew Cotton, CFP®, who also goes by Matthew Paul Cotton, is a registered financial advisor currently at THURSTON SPRINGER ADVISORS located in Mishawaka, Indiana and THURSTON, SPRINGER, MILLER, HERD & TITAK, INC. located in Mishawaka, Indiana.

Matthew is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and RR (Registered Representative) and started their career in finance in 2008. Matthew has worked at 6 firms and has passed the Series 66, Series 63, SIE and Series 7 exams.

Biography


Matthew Cotton is the Financial Consultant at the Patzer Group who focuses on comprehensive financial advice and planning. Prior to joining the Patzer Group, Matthew worked for 8 years at Charles Schwab and 6 years at Notre Dame Federal Credit Union. Matthew holds a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Criminal Justice and History from Indiana University. With an emphasis on continuing education, Matthew also earned the CFP® certification from the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. (CFP Board). This certification requires individuals to complete approved educational programs, pass rigorous examinations and meet stringent experience requirements. Matthew is committed to serving clients’ needs today in order to prepare them for successful futures. Matthew is active in the local community and volunteers with Pet Refuge and Habitat for Humanity. Outside of work and volunteering, Matthew enjoys horseback riding, archery, martial arts, and playing guitar.
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Question & Answer


What is your minimum asset requirement?
1
Are you a "fiduciary"?
Yes

Aliases


Matthew Paul Cotton

Other business activities


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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: 2021

Experience


Current

December 3, 2024 - Present

THURSTON SPRINGER ADVISORS

Office #1: 1736 E Day Road Ste 300, Mishawaka, IN 46545
RIA
CRD#: 299201
Mishawaka, IN
Current

December 3, 2024 - Present

THURSTON, SPRINGER, MILLER, HERD & TITAK, INC.

Office #1: 1736 E. Day Road Suite 100, Mishawaka, IN 46545
BD
CRD#: 8478
MISHAWAKA, IN
Past

June 11, 2018 - December 17, 2024

WELLS FARGO ADVISORS FINANCIAL NETWORK, LLC

RIA
CRD#: 11025
MISHAWAKA, IN
Past

June 11, 2018 - December 17, 2024

WELLS FARGO ADVISORS FINANCIAL NETWORK, LLC

BD
CRD#: 11025
MISHAWAKA, IN
Past

January 9, 2017 - August 2, 2017

CUSO FINANCIAL SERVICES, L.P.

RIA
CRD#: 42132
Niles, MI
Past

January 9, 2017 - August 2, 2017

CUSO FINANCIAL SERVICES, L.P.

BD
CRD#: 42132
Niles, MI
Past

March 16, 2016 - December 22, 2016

CETERA WEALTH SERVICES, LLC

RIA
CRD#: 13572
MISHAWAKA, IN
Past

May 13, 2011 - December 22, 2016

CETERA WEALTH SERVICES, LLC

BD
CRD#: 13572
MISHAWAKA, IN
Past

November 19, 2008 - April 25, 2011

CHARLES SCHWAB & CO., INC.

BD
CRD#: 5393
INDIANAPOLIS, IN

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".
TS
THURSTON SPRINGER ADVISORS
ADAMS COUNTY FINANCIAL RESOURCES | WESLEY BATES WEALTH MANAGEMENT | THURSTON SPRINGER RETIREMENT SERVICES | THURSTON SPRINGER FINANCIAL | THURSTON SPRINGER ADVISORS, LLC | THURSTON SPRINGER ADVISORS | THORSON TAX & FINANCIAL | THE BARTHEL AGENCY | TARGETED RETIREMENT STRATEGIES | T.S. PHILLIPS | SPRAWLS FINANCIAL | RETIREMENT AND ESTATE PLANNING SERVICES | ONTRACK CAPITAL MANAGEMENT | NORTH STAR FINANCIAL | LAVELLE FINANCIAL | JKS INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT OF THURSTON SPRINGER | J. SIMON & COMPANY | INVESTMENT STRATEGIES | INTEGRITY WEALTH SOLUTIONS | HOLCOMB WEALTH MANAGEMENT | FRATARCANGELI WEALTH MANAGEMENT | DAMER WEALTH MANAGEMENT | CONSERVATION WEALTH MANAGEMENT | COHEN CAPITAL MANAGEMENT | CHIDDISTER FINANCIAL ASSOCIATES | CERULEAN CAPITAL MANAGEMENT, LLC | BCT FINANCIAL | BALDASSARI ADVISORY | ASCEND WEALTH | AP CAPITAL MANAGEMENT | AMERICAN PENSION ADVISORS | ALPHA POINTE CAPITAL

CRD#: 299201 / SEC#: 801-114256

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (11/2/2018 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
Alabama
(12/19/2024)
RR
Arizona
(12/3/2024)
RR
California
(12/3/2024)
RR
Colorado
(12/3/2024)
RR
Connecticut
(12/3/2024)
RR
Florida
(12/3/2024)
RR
Hawaii
(12/3/2024)
RR
Idaho
(12/3/2024)
RR
Illinois
(12/3/2024)
RR
Indiana
(12/3/2024)
IAR
Indiana
(12/3/2024)
RR
Iowa
(12/3/2024)
RR
Maryland
(12/3/2024)
RR
Michigan
(12/3/2024)
RR
Minnesota
(12/3/2024)
RR
Mississippi
(12/3/2024)
RR
Missouri
(12/3/2024)
RR
Montana
(12/3/2024)
RR
Nebraska
(12/3/2024)
RR
Nevada
(12/3/2024)
RR
New Mexico
(12/3/2024)
RR
New York
(12/3/2024)
RR
North Carolina
(12/3/2024)
RR
Ohio
(12/3/2024)
RR
Oklahoma
(12/3/2024)
RR
Pennsylvania
(12/3/2024)
RR
Rhode Island
(12/3/2024)
RR
South Carolina
(12/3/2024)
RR
Texas
(12/3/2024)
IAR
Texas
(12/3/2024)
RR
Utah
(12/3/2024)
RR
Vermont
(12/3/2024)
RR
Virginia
(12/3/2024)
RR
Washington
(12/3/2024)
RR
Wisconsin
(12/3/2024)

Exams


State Security Law Exam
RR
IAR
Series 66
Date: 3/15/2016
Uniform Combined State Law Examination
State Security Law Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
SRO Registrations
RR
FINRA

Current Firm


TS
THURSTON SPRINGER ADVISORS
ADAMS COUNTY FINANCIAL RESOURCES | WESLEY BATES WEALTH MANAGEMENT | THURSTON SPRINGER RETIREMENT SERVICES | THURSTON SPRINGER FINANCIAL | THURSTON SPRINGER ADVISORS, LLC | THURSTON SPRINGER ADVISORS | THORSON TAX & FINANCIAL | THE BARTHEL AGENCY | TARGETED RETIREMENT STRATEGIES | T.S. PHILLIPS | SPRAWLS FINANCIAL | RETIREMENT AND ESTATE PLANNING SERVICES | ONTRACK CAPITAL MANAGEMENT | NORTH STAR FINANCIAL | LAVELLE FINANCIAL | JKS INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT OF THURSTON SPRINGER | J. SIMON & COMPANY | INVESTMENT STRATEGIES | INTEGRITY WEALTH SOLUTIONS | HOLCOMB WEALTH MANAGEMENT | FRATARCANGELI WEALTH MANAGEMENT | DAMER WEALTH MANAGEMENT | CONSERVATION WEALTH MANAGEMENT | COHEN CAPITAL MANAGEMENT | CHIDDISTER FINANCIAL ASSOCIATES | CERULEAN CAPITAL MANAGEMENT, LLC | BCT FINANCIAL | BALDASSARI ADVISORY | ASCEND WEALTH | AP CAPITAL MANAGEMENT | AMERICAN PENSION ADVISORS | ALPHA POINTE CAPITAL

CRD#: 299201 / SEC#: 801-114256

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (11/2/2018 Approved)
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Contact information


Main Address
9000 Keystone Crossing Seventh Floor, Indianapolis, IN 46240
Mailing Address
Phone number
(317) 581-4000
Established
Firm type
Fiscal year end
# of Employees
93

SEC notice filing (41 States and Territories)


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Documents


Customer Relationship Summary (CRS / SEC)Latest Form ADV

Part 2 Brochures

TSA_ADV2A_(FINAL 9.14.25) (10/14/2025)

Regulatory assets under management


Total Number of Accounts6,759
AUM (Assets Under Management)$ 3,675,305,852

Accountant surprise examination report


Filing DateForm ADV-E CoverForm ADV-E Report
05/21/2025
Cover Page
02/28/2024

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Company Information


THURSTON SPRINGER ADVISORS

Financial ConsultantCRD#: 299201Mishawaka, IN 46545

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