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Michael D. Nestman

WEST RIDGE ADVISORS
Henderson, NV 89014
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CRD#: 5861780
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Professional summary


Michael Dean Nestman, AIF®, CFP®, who also goes by Michael D. Nestman, Michael Nestman, is a registered financial advisor currently at WEST RIDGE ADVISORS located in Henderson, Nevada.

Michael is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and started their career in finance in 2010. Michael has worked at 5 firms and has passed the Series 66 and Series 7 exams.

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Question & Answer


Are you a "fiduciary"?
Yes

Aliases


Michael D. Nestman | Michael Nestman

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) 01/2016-Present: Udall CPA Group, PLLC/Not investment related/Henderson, NV/Partner/Shareholder; not a practicing accountant./Involves approximately 20% time each month, including during traditional market hours.//(2) 06/2017-Present: West Ridge Insurance LLC/Insurance related/Henderson, NV/Insurance agency/Involves ten percent time each month, including during business hours.//(3) 01/2019-Present: Mint Payroll, LLC/Not investment related/Henderson, NV/Payroll services/Shareholder/Up to five hrs per week during business hours.//(4) 01/2018-Present: 3TFM Arizona Investments LLC/Not Investment Related/Gilbert, AZ/Commercial Real Estate/Partner/Rental Property/Passive Investment but Managing Member - Less than 2 hrs devoted to the business per month//(5) 01/2018-Present: 3TFM Nevada Investments LLC/Not Investment Related/Henderson, NV/Commercial Real Estate/Partner/Rental Property/Passive Investment but Managing Member - Less than 2 hrs devoted to the business per month//(6) 01/2018-Present: 3TFM Utah Investments LLC/Not Investment Related/Midvale, UT/Commercial Real Estate/Partner/Rental Property/Passive Investment but Managing Member - Less than 2 hrs devoted to the business per month//(7)03/2021-Present: 3TFM Scottsdale Investments, LLC//Not Investment Related/Scottsdale, AZ/Commercial real estate holdings/Less than 2 hrs devoted to the business per month//(8)01/2021-Present: UCG Scottsdale, LLC//Not Investment Related/Scottsdale, AZ/Member/tax practice/Involves approximately 5% time each month including during trading market hours.(9)UCG TRC, LLC/Henderson, NV/non-investment related/Managing Member/ Real estate holdings/Less than 2 hrs devoted to the business per month.(10) LAG Consulting LLC, Henderson, NV, non-investment related, Managing Member, management and consulting firm, started January 2023, approximately 1 hr per month devoted to the business.

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CRS (Client Relationship Summary) - RIA


Click below to view Michael Dean Nestman's CRS (Customer Relationship Summary).
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®
AIF®
CFP®

Start date: 2017

Experience


Current

April 25, 2016 - Present

WEST RIDGE ADVISORS

Office #1: 1528 W. Warm Springs Rd #120, Henderson, NV 89014
RIA
CRD#: 282718
Henderson, NV
Past

May 30, 2012 - December 16, 2015

ARISTA WEALTH MANAGEMENT, LLC

RIA
CRD#: 141504
LAS VEGAS, NV
Past

May 3, 2011 - May 15, 2012

HIGHTOWER ADVISORS, LLC

RIA
CRD#: 145323
PALM DESERT, CA
Past

April 29, 2011 - May 15, 2012

HIGHTOWER SECURITIES, LLC

BD
CRD#: 116681
PALM DESERT, CA
Past

January 26, 2011 - May 3, 2011

MERRILL LYNCH, PIERCE, FENNER & SMITH INCORPORATED

RIA
CRD#: 7691
INDIAN WELLS, CA
Past

December 16, 2010 - May 3, 2011

MERRILL LYNCH, PIERCE, FENNER & SMITH INCORPORATED

BD
CRD#: 7691
INDIAN WELLS, CA

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".
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WEST RIDGE ADVISORS
EVERGREEN CAPITAL MANAGEMENT | WEST RIDGE ADVISORS, LLC | WEST RIDGE ADVISORS | EVERGREEN CAPITAL MANAGEMENT LTD

CRD#: 282718 / SEC#: 801-118247

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (3/13/2020 Approved)
Arizona
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (3/11/2021 Terminated)
California
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (4/10/2021 Terminated)
Nevada
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (4/14/2021 Terminated)
Utah
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (3/11/2021 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
Nevada
(4/25/2016)
IAR
Texas
(4/16/2025)

Exams


State Security Law Exam
RR
IAR
Series 66
Date: 1/19/2011
Uniform Combined State Law Examination
General Industry/Product Exam

Current Firm


WR
WEST RIDGE ADVISORS
EVERGREEN CAPITAL MANAGEMENT | WEST RIDGE ADVISORS, LLC | WEST RIDGE ADVISORS | EVERGREEN CAPITAL MANAGEMENT LTD

CRD#: 282718 / SEC#: 801-118247

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (3/13/2020 Approved)
Arizona
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (3/11/2021 Terminated)
California
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (4/10/2021 Terminated)
Nevada
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (4/14/2021 Terminated)
Utah
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (3/11/2021 Terminated)
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Contact information


Main Address
1528 W. Warm Springs Rd #120, Henderson, NV 89014
Mailing Address
Phone number
(702) 547-9483
Established
Firm type
Fiscal year end
# of Employees
10

SEC notice filing (11 States and Territories)


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Documents


Customer Relationship Summary (CRS / SEC)Latest Form ADV

Part 2 Brochures

WRA FORM ADV PART 2 - MARCH 2025 (3/31/2025)

Regulatory assets under management


Total Number of Accounts1,068
AUM (Assets Under Management)$ 268,069,576

Accountant surprise examination report


Filing DateForm ADV-E CoverForm ADV-E Report
01/29/2024
Cover Page
04/10/2023

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Company Information


WEST RIDGE ADVISORS

CRD#: 282718Henderson, NV 89014

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