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Matthew J. Baker
EPIC PRIVATE WEALTH
Peoria, AZ 85383
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CRD#: 6334092
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Professional summary
Matthew J Baker, who also goes by Matthew James Baker, Matthew Baker, is a registered financial advisor currently at EPIC PRIVATE WEALTH located in Peoria, Arizona and CETERA INVESTMENT ADVISERS LLC located in Peoria, Arizona.
Matthew is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and started their career in finance in 2014. Matthew has worked at 6 firms and has passed the Series 65, Series 63, SIE and Series 6 exams.
Question & Answer
Are you a "fiduciary"?
Yes
Aliases
Matthew James Baker | Matthew Baker
Other business activities
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1) Epic Trust Investment Advisors LLC dba Epic Private Wealth; Sr. Wealth Advisor & Managing Partner; we work closely with individuals, families, and business owners to develop comprehensive financial strategies tailored to their long-term goals- this involves guiding clients through complex financial decisions--such as investment management, retirement planning, estate and trust coordination, tax efficiency, insurance analysis, and legacy planning; Yes; 160; 130; 05/21/2018; 23131 N Lake Pleasant Parkway Peoria AZ 85383; My responsibilities include developing tailored financial plans that address retirement income strategies, investment management, estate and trust coordination, tax efficiency, and risk management. I oversee investment portfolios aligned with clients' goals and risk profiles, and I guide clients through key life transitions--such as retirement, inheritance, business exits, or loss of a loved one. 2) Epic Private Wealth; Investment Adviser Representative; Epic Private Wealth is an independent registered RIA. We will be dissolving this RIA within 90 days of our affiliation with Avantax.; Yes; 1; 0; 05/18/2018; 23131 N Lake Pleasant Parkway Peoria AZ 85383; Epic Private Wealth is a registered investment advisory firm. We will be dissolving this RIA within 90 days of affiliation with Avantax. 3) MJ Baker LLC; Manager; single-member LLC used to move compensation from investment advisory services provided through Epic Private Wealth for tax purposes�; No; 1; 1; 02/17/2020; 10815 W Nosean Road Peoria AZ 85383; no duties, this entity is simply used to move my compensation from investment advisory services provided through Epic Private Wealth for tax purpose. 4) Epic Trust AZ LLC; Senior Wealth Manager/Partner; Client facing and managing partner dealing with retirement planning; NIR; 160; 130; 03/18/2022; 23131 N Lake Pleasant Pkwy Peoria AZ 85383; Meeting with clients, updating their retirement plan, reviewing they investment performance and making investment and planning recommendations
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Certified licenses
Advisors may have various certifications and credentials from different organizations. AdvisorCheck highlights these seven certifications - AIF®, CFP®, ChFC®, CFA, CLU®, CIMA®, CPWA®
NoneExperience
Current
May 21, 2018 - Present
EPIC PRIVATE WEALTH
Office #1: 23131 N Lake Pleasant Parkway, Peoria, AZ 85383RIA
CRD#: 281027
Peoria, AZ
Current
September 5, 2025 - Present
CETERA INVESTMENT ADVISERS LLC
Office #1: 23131 N Lake Pleasant Pkwy Suite 100, Peoria, AZ 85383RIA
CRD#: 105644
PEORIA, AZ
Past
July 30, 2025 - September 5, 2025
AVANTAX ADVISORY SERVICES
RIA
CRD#: 104556
Peoria, AZ
Past
June 21, 2017 - June 6, 2018
AMERITAS INVESTMENT COMPANY, LLC
RIA
CRD#: 14869
Henderson, NV
Past
June 21, 2017 - June 6, 2018
AMERITAS INVESTMENT COMPANY, LLC
BD
CRD#: 14869
Henderson, NV
Past
May 2, 2017 - June 21, 2017
CAPITAL CHOICE INVESTMENT ADVISERS, INC.
RIA
CRD#: 145932
Henderson, NV
Past
May 20, 2014 - June 21, 2017
CCF INVESTMENTS, INC.
BD
CRD#: 136571
SAN DIEGO, CA
Primary Firm SEC Registration
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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
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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
Arizona(6/17/2022)
IAR
California(5/21/2018)
IAR
Idaho(2/2/2022)
IAR
Louisiana(2/2/2022)
IAR
Nevada(5/31/2018)
IAR
Texas(7/16/2020)
IAR
Texas(9/5/2025)
Exams
State Security Law Exam
State Security Law Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
Current Firm
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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#: 105644Peoria, AZ 85383TRUST BUT VERIFY
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