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William E. Bailey

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CRD#: 6100463
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Professional summary


Being a previously registered professional could mean that this person is no longer operating under the supervision of the SEC or FINRA.

That means that the Securities and Exchange Commission may not be able to oversee the services that this specific professional is providing.

William Edward Bailey, who also goes by Bill Bailey, William Edward Bailey III, William Edward Bailey, William Bailey, was a registered financial professional .

William is a previously registered financial professional and started their career in finance in 2012. William had worked at 7 firms and has passed the Series 66, SIE and Series 7 exams.

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Question & Answer


Are you a "fiduciary"?
No

Aliases


Bill Bailey | William Edward Bailey Iii | William Edward Bailey | William Bailey

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.
EMPLOYEE OF THE VANGUARD GROUP, INC (PARENT COMPANY OF VANGUARD MARKETING CORPORATION) 100 VANGUARD BLVD, MALVERN, PA 19355 NAME OF BUSINESS: Self-Employed NON-INVESTMENT RELATED: ADDRESS: San Francisco, CA NATURE OF BUSINESS: Contracted POSITION: DRIVER START DATE: 7/2019 APPROX. HOURS/MONTH:40 HOURS DEVOTED DURING TRADING HOURS:0 DUTIES: Contracted NAME OF BUSINESS: Self-Employed NON-INVESTMENT RELATED: ADDRESS: San Francisco, CA NATURE OF BUSINESS: Contracted POSITION: DRIVER START DATE: 6/2018 APPROX. HOURS/MONTH: 15 HOURS DEVOTED DURING TRADING HOURS: 0 DUTIES: Contracted

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CRS (Client Relationship Summary)


The CRS(Customer Relationship Summary) document is not provided.

Certified licenses


Advisors may have various certifications and credentials from different organizations. AdvisorCheck highlights these seven certifications - AIF®, CFP®, ChFC®, CFA, CLU®, CIMA®, CPWA®
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Experience


Past

February 18, 2021 - September 13, 2024

VANGUARD ADVISERS, INC.

RIA
CRD#: 106715
Charlotte, NC
Past

February 18, 2021 - September 13, 2024

VANGUARD MARKETING CORPORATION

BD
CRD#: 7452
CHARLOTTE, NC
Past

April 17, 2019 - January 27, 2021

WELLS FARGO CLEARING SERVICES, LLC

RIA
CRD#: 19616
DANVILLE, VA
Past

April 16, 2019 - January 27, 2021

WELLS FARGO CLEARING SERVICES, LLC

BD
CRD#: 19616
DANVILLE, VA
Past

January 30, 2017 - March 9, 2018

SCOTTRADE INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT

RIA
CRD#: 169988
SAINT LOUIS, MO
Past

July 18, 2016 - March 9, 2018

SCOTTRADE, INC.

BD
CRD#: 8206
GREENSBORO, NC
Past

June 18, 2015 - June 22, 2016

PNC WEALTH MANAGEMENT LLC

RIA
CRD#: 129052
GREENSBORO, NC
Past

June 18, 2015 - June 22, 2016

PNC WEALTH MANAGEMENT LLC

BD
CRD#: 129052
GREENSBORO, NC
Past

September 5, 2013 - June 11, 2015

WELLS FARGO CLEARING SERVICES, LLC

RIA
CRD#: 19616
GREENSBORO, NC
Past

September 5, 2013 - June 11, 2015

WELLS FARGO CLEARING SERVICES, LLC

BD
CRD#: 19616
GREENSBORO, NC
Past

December 10, 2012 - April 1, 2013

EDWARD JONES

RIA
CRD#: 250
GREENSBORO, NC
Past

September 13, 2012 - April 1, 2013

EDWARD JONES

BD
CRD#: 250
GREENSBORO, NC

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".
VA
VANGUARD ADVISERS, INC.
VANGUARD ADVISERS INC | VPAS VPFP VFS VANGUARD NAVIGATOR PLUS | VPAS VPFP VFS AMTS VANGUARD NAVIGATOR PLUS | VPAS VPFP VFS AMTS | VANGUARD ADVISERS, INC.

CRD#: 106715 / SEC#: 801-49601

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (7/28/1995 Approved)

State Registrations and Notice Filings


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This advisor is not registered in any state.

Exams


State Security Law Exam
RR
IAR
Series 66
Date: 10/31/2012
Uniform Combined State Law Examination
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam

Current Firm


VA
VANGUARD ADVISERS, INC.
VANGUARD ADVISERS INC | VPAS VPFP VFS VANGUARD NAVIGATOR PLUS | VPAS VPFP VFS AMTS VANGUARD NAVIGATOR PLUS | VPAS VPFP VFS AMTS | VANGUARD ADVISERS, INC.

CRD#: 106715 / SEC#: 801-49601

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (7/28/1995 Approved)
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Contact information


Main Address
100 Vanguard Blvd, Malvern, PA 19355
Mailing Address
Phone number
(610) 669-1000
Established
Firm type
Fiscal year end
# of Employees
2,225

SEC notice filing (53 States and Territories)


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Documents


Customer Relationship Summary (CRS / SEC)Latest Form ADV

Part 2 Brochures

STABLE VALUE (9/29/2025)

Regulatory assets under management


Total Number of Accounts698,843
AUM (Assets Under Management)$ 300,434,933,763

Accountant surprise examination report


Filing DateForm ADV-E CoverForm ADV-E Report
07/24/2025
Cover Page
10/23/2024
06/28/2023

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Company Information


VANGUARD ADVISERS, INC.

CRD#: 106715

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