Brian E. Thompson
BRIAN THOMPSON FINANCIAL
Chicago, IL
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CRD#: 6594522
Professional summary
Brian E. Thompson, CFP® is a registered financial advisor currently at BRIAN THOMPSON FINANCIAL located in Chicago, Illinois.
Brian is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and started their career in finance in 2016. Brian has worked at 1 firm .
Biography
As both a tax attorney and a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, I provide comprehensive financial planning to LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs who run socially-conscious service businesses.
I hold a special place in my heart for small-business owners. I spent a decade defending them against the IRS as a tax attorney and have become one as a financial advisor. It’s a position filled with hope and opportunity. It gives you the most flexibility to create the life that you want. I also understand the added stresses of running a business while being a person of color and apart of the LGBTQ+ community. You may feel like you don't have access to the knowledge that others do. I'm here to help lift some of that weight from your shoulders.
Every client comes to me with different goals and concerns. You may want a business that aligns with your values and authentically represents you. Yet, you don't know how to get started. In our work together, we help you get clarity around your vision and guide you through the steps to structure your business in a way that serves your life.
You may already have a business that makes good gross revenue but that doesn't provide much profit. It may also look very different from what you initially imagined. We will create systems that allow you to get back in control and keep moving towards the progress you want.
Or maybe you just feel stuck in the business and need help making ongoing decisions to ensure your business thrives and rewards you with the life you aspire to. In any case, I serve as your guide, advocate and thought partner helping you thrive in business and in life.
Question & Answer
What are your service offerings?
Tax Planning
Investment Planning
Estate Planning
Comprehensive Financial Planni...
Do you have an area of expertise or specialization?
Business Owners
Cash Flow/Budgets/Credit Issue...
LGBT Couples and Families
Tax Planning
Are you a "fiduciary"?
Yes
Aliases
None
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.
Brian E. Thompson prepares taxes and provides tax representation through Brian Thompson Tax LLC. This activity accounts for approximately 15% of Mr. Thompson's time during trading hours.
CRS (Client Relationship Summary) - RIA
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Certified licenses
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CFP®
Start date: 2012
Experience
Current
February 11, 2016 - Present
BRIAN THOMPSON FINANCIAL
RIA
CRD#: 282379
Chicago, IL
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
Illinois(2/11/2016)
IAR
New York(8/30/2021)
Exams
Current Firm
BRIAN THOMPSON FINANCIAL
BRIAN THOMPSON FINANCIAL | BRIAN THOMPSON FINANCIAL, LLC | BRIAN THOMPSON FINANCIAL LLC
CRD#: 282379 / SEC#:
Illinois
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (2/11/2016 Approved)New York
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Contact information
Main Address
Chicago, IL
Mailing Address
Phone number
(312) 624-8320
Established
Firm type
Fiscal year end
# of Employees
1
Regulatory assets under management
| Total Number of Accounts | 32 |
| AUM (Assets Under Management) | $ 18,555,783 |
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