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Sarah J. Mcgowan
VALIC FINANCIAL ADVISORS
FAIRBANKS, AK 99701
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CRD#: 6647113
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Professional summary
Sarah Jean Mcgowan, who also goes by Sarah Mcgowan, Sarah Jean Mcgowan, Mertz Jean Sally, Mertz Jean Sarah, is a registered financial advisor currently at VALIC FINANCIAL ADVISORS, INC. located in Fairbanks, Alaska.
Sarah is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and RR (Registered Representative) and started their career in finance in 2016. Sarah has worked at 4 firms and has passed the Series 66, Series 63, SIE and Series 7 exams.
Question & Answer
Are you a "fiduciary"?
Yes
Aliases
Sarah Mcgowan | Sarah Jean Mcgowan | Mertz Jean Sally | Mertz Jean Sarah
Other business activities
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RENTAL PROPERTY POSITION: Wife of owner/owner NATURE: We have two rental units in a duplex. Our renters are in charge of paying for utilities. They maintain their lawns.We are responsible for maintenance, repairs and replacements of structures and the elements thereof. We also own a condominium. The renter is responsible for utilities not covered by the HOA fee. INVESTMENT RELATED: No NUMBER OF HOURS: 1 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 0 START DATE: 04/01/2020 ADDRESS: 1078 Breckenridge Rd, Fairbanks AK 99709, United States DESCRIPTION: My husband owns the duplex. Rent checks are brought to me, and I deposit them. When something needs maintenance or replacement, I arrange to have that done. I own the condominium. It is rented by a family member and I coordinate maintenance of the property remotely, as it is located in a different part of the country from me. RENTAL PROPERTY POSITION: Wife of owner/owner NATURE: We have one rental unit in a duplex as well as a single family home and a condo. Our renters are in charge of paying for utilities. They maintain their lawns (where applicable).We are responsible for maintenance, repairs and replacements of structures and the elements thereof. INVESTMENT RELATED: No NUMBER OF HOURS: 1 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 0 START DATE: 04/01/2020 ADDRESS: 1745 Reed Circle, Fairbanks AK 99709, United States DESCRIPTION: My husband owns the duplex. We own the single family home together. Rent checks are brought to me, and I deposit them. When something needs maintenance or replacement, I arrange to have that done. I own the condominium. It is rented by a family member and I coordinate maintenance of the property remotely, as it is located in a different part of the country from me. HEALTH AID POSITION: healthcare provider NATURE: My husband is disabled and qualifies for home health assistance through the VA.There is a shortage of local home health workers.That means I am doing the thing a worker would normally do.The Veterans' Administration provides that, when necessary, family members of a disabled vet can be paid for doing the duties of a home health worker. So, as long as I'm doing those things anyway, I thought I would apply for the job. INVESTMENT RELATED: No NUMBER OF HOURS: 16 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 0 START DATE: 06/01/2020 ADDRESS: 1745 Reed Circle, Fairbanks AK 99709, United States DESCRIPTION: I help my husband transfer in and out of the shower, do housework, cook meals, drive him around. Basically, the VA pays me to do what I would do as his wife anyway. AGIA POSITION: Agent NATURE: null INVESTMENT RELATED: No NUMBER OF HOURS: 10 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 1 START DATE: 12/17/2022 ADDRESS: 2929 Allen Parkway, Houston TX 77019, United States DESCRIPTION: Non-Securities Insurance Products
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Certified licenses
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NoneExperience
Current
September 17, 2018 - Present
VALIC FINANCIAL ADVISORS, INC.
Office #1: 714 3rd Avenue, Fairbanks, AK 99701RIA
BD
CRD#: 42803
FAIRBANKS, AK
Current
September 17, 2018 - Present
VALIC FINANCIAL ADVISORS, INC.
Office #1: 714 3rd Avenue, Fairbanks, AK 99701RIA
BD
CRD#: 42803
FAIRBANKS, AK
Past
April 13, 2018 - August 24, 2018
FIRST COMMAND ADVISORY SERVICES
RIA
CRD#: 281958
Fairbanks, AK
Past
March 27, 2018 - August 24, 2018
FIRST COMMAND BROKERAGE SERVICES, INC.
BD
CRD#: 3641
FAIRBANKS, AK
Past
September 1, 2016 - February 7, 2018
THRIVENT INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT INC.
BD
CRD#: 18387
Fairbanks, AK
Primary Firm SEC Registration
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VF
VALIC FINANCIAL ADVISORS, INC.
AIG RETIREMENT ADVISORS, INC. | VALIC INVESTMENT SERVICES COMPANY | VALIC FINANCIAL ADVISORS, INC. | COREBRIDGE FINANCIAL | AMERICAN GENERAL FINANCIAL ADVISORS, INC. | AIG RETIREMENT SERVICES
CRD#: 42803 / SEC#: 801-54952, 8-50018
RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (10/10/1997 Approved)BD
Broker-Dealer Firm Regulated by FINRA (Dallas district office)
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
Alaska(9/17/2018)
IAR
Alaska(9/17/2018)
RR
Indiana(7/17/2023)
IAR
Indiana(7/18/2023)
RR
Oregon(4/7/2025)
IAR
Oregon(4/10/2025)
RR
Washington(10/19/2022)
IAR
Washington(10/19/2022)
Exams
State Security Law Exam
State Security Law Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
SRO Registrations
RR
FINRA
Current Firm
VF
VALIC FINANCIAL ADVISORS, INC.
AIG RETIREMENT ADVISORS, INC. | VALIC INVESTMENT SERVICES COMPANY | VALIC FINANCIAL ADVISORS, INC. | COREBRIDGE FINANCIAL | AMERICAN GENERAL FINANCIAL ADVISORS, INC. | AIG RETIREMENT SERVICES
CRD#: 42803 / SEC#: 801-54952, 8-50018
RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (10/10/1997 Approved)BD
Broker-Dealer Firm Regulated by FINRA (Dallas district office)
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Contact information
Main Address
2919 Allen Parkway L3-20, Houston, TX 77019
Mailing Address
2919 Allen Parkway L3-20, Houston, TX 77019-2158
Phone number
(866) 544-4968
Established
Texas since 11/18/1996
Firm type
Corporation
Fiscal year end
December
Firm Size
Large
# of Employees
1,633
SEC notice filing (51 States and Territories)
FINRA licenses (51 States and Territories)
Documents
Part 2 Brochures
Direct owners and executive officers
| Name | Position | CRD# |
|---|---|---|
| THE VARIABLE ANNUITY LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY | DIRECT OWNER | |
| BURNETTE, CYNTHIA LEA | CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER AND TREASURER | 1863103 |
| FORTEY, MICHAEL | VFA CHIEF COMPLIANCE OFFICER BROKER DEALER | 2304969 |
| GIBSON, KRISTA DE LOIS | PRESIDENT; SVP, HEAD OF PRODUCT & ADVISORY SERVICES | 2348708 |
| JOE, CHRISTOPHER CHUCK | VFA CHIEF COMPLIANCE OFFICER INVESTMENT ADVISOR | 2373056 |
| LOGAN, JOHN ALBERT | CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER | 4378887 |
| MARCIEL-CARR, THERESA H | VICE PRESIDENT, FIELD SUPERVISION | 5428259 |
| NORRIS, JOHN ERIK | SECRETARY | 8188573 |
| RINK, VERONICA LYNETTE | VICE PRESIDENT, BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION | 4724432 |
Regulatory assets under management
| Total Number of Accounts | 293,993 |
| AUM (Assets Under Management) | $ 26,372,603,709 |
Disclosures
| Regulatory Event | 17 |
| Arbitration | 3 |
Accountant surprise examination report
| Filing Date | Form ADV-E Cover | Form ADV-E Report |
|---|---|---|
| 10/24/2025 | ||
| 01/27/2025 | ||
| 04/29/2024 | ||
| 04/28/2023 |
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Company Information
VALIC FINANCIAL ADVISORS, INC.
CRD#: 42803Fairbanks, AK 99701TRUST BUT VERIFY
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