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James E. Bivins

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CRD#: 6722739
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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.

James Elbert Bivins IV, who also goes by James Bivins, was a registered financial professional .

James is a previously registered financial professional and started their career in finance in 2016. James had worked at 2 firms and has passed the Series 65 exam.

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Are you a "fiduciary"?
No

Aliases


James Bivins

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.
Bivins & Bunyak CPAs, Pllc; NON INVT REL; Denver CO; Accounting and Tax; 80 HRS/MO; 80 HR/MO DURING TRADING; START 08/2010.

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CRS (Client Relationship Summary)


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Certified licenses


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None

Experience


Past

December 20, 2017 - May 24, 2024

CERTIFIED PLANNING SERVICES, LLC

RIA
CRD#: 290667
AVON, CO
Past

November 2, 2016 - December 8, 2017

INSTITUTE FOR WEALTH ADVISORS, INC.

RIA
CRD#: 149347
Denver, CO

State Registrations and Notice Filings


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This advisor is not registered in any state.

Exams


State Security Law Exam
IAR
Series 65
Date: 10/25/2016
Uniform Investment Adviser Law Examination

Current Firm


CP
CERTIFIED PLANNING SERVICES, LLC
CERTIFIED PLANNING SERVICES, LLC

CRD#: 290667 / SEC#:

Colorado
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (8/22/2024 Terminated)
Florida
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (8/14/2024 Approved)
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Contact information


Main Address
822 N A1a Highway Suite 310, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082
Mailing Address
822 N A1a Highway Suite 310, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082
Phone number
(303) 642-6178
Established
Firm type
Fiscal year end
# of Employees
1

Documents


Latest Form ADV

Regulatory assets under management


Total Number of Accounts39
AUM (Assets Under Management)$ 27,257,306

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Company Information


CERTIFIED PLANNING SERVICES, LLC

CRD#: 290667

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