Phillip B. Smith
Tidepool Wealth Strategies | Financial Planner at Tidepool Wealth StrategiesAFFILIATED WITH CETERA INVESTMENT ADVISERS
EUGENE, OR 97401
CRD#: 6769937
Phillip Bruce Smith IIICETERA INVESTMENT ADVISERS
Why Work With Phillip
Professional summary
A native Oregonian and Marine Corps veteran, Phillip Smith learned discipline, integrity, and resilience while serving as an avionics technician with the legendary VMA‑214 “Black Sheep” squadron. Those values still shape his work ethic and client relationships today. After graduating magna cum laude from the University of Oregon with a BA in English and a focus on writing and critical reasoning, Phillip has earned the Tax Planning Certified Professional® (TPCP), Chartered Retirement Plan Counselor® (CRPC) and Accredited Investment Fiduciary® (AIF) designations. He also holds Series 7 and 66 registrations and an Oregon Life/Health license. What Phillip does best: --Guides the self‑employed, workforce professionals and senior executives who are within five years of retirement --Designs tax‑efficient income plans so clients keep more of what they’ve earned --Coordinates investment, risk, tax planning and estate planning strategies into one adaptive roadmap --Translates complex decisions into plain‑language next steps Why clients choose Phillip: --Marine‑level discipline ensures tasks get done and follow‑through never slips --Teacher’s heart - honed as a military technical instructor - turns jargon into clarity --Values‑driven approach keeps every recommendation aligned with what matters most to the client Phillip has served on the Boards of Oregon Community Credit Union in Eugene, OR and Neighborhood Church in Albany, OR. Free time is family time: neighborhood walks, coaching youth sports, building epic Lego creations, serving his church, and the occasional adult‑league basketball game (high enthusiasm, variable highlight reels).
Core Areas of Focus
Retirement Income Planning
Tax Planning & Strategy
Estate & Legacy PlanningRetirement Savings & AccountsClient Tip
Understanding the rules around the little-known Qualified HSA Funding Distribution can save thousand of dollars in taxes.
Question & Answer
What are your service offerings?
Retirement Planning
Tax Planning
Estate Planning
Investment Strategies
Risk Management & Insurance
Which demographics do you typically serve?
Baby Boomers (78-60)
Gen X (44-59)
What is your current number of clients?
Greater than 100
What is your minimum asset requirement?
400K
How do you get paid?
Percentage of Assets
Fixed / Negotiated Fee
Are you a "fiduciary"?
Yes
Personal quote
A goal without a plan is a wish.
Aliases
Phillip Smith
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CRS (Client Relationship Summary) - RIA
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Certified licenses
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Education
University of Oregon
Bachelor of Arts - English
2015
The American College
TPCP Designation - Tax Planning
2025
Experience
Current
June 29, 2023 - Present
CETERA INVESTMENT ADVISERS LLC
Office #1: 450 Country Club Rd Ste 350, Eugene, OR 97401RIA
CRD#: 105644
EUGENE, OR
Current
June 9, 2021 - Present
CETERA WEALTH SERVICES, LLC
Office #1: 450 Country Club Rd Ste 350, Eugene, OR 97401BD
CRD#: 13572
EUGENE, OR
Past
June 9, 2021 - June 29, 2023
CETERA WEALTH SERVICES, LLC
RIA
CRD#: 13572
EL SEGUNDO, CA
Past
June 20, 2017 - June 9, 2021
VOYA FINANCIAL ADVISORS, INC.
RIA
CRD#: 2882
EUGENE, OR
Past
May 8, 2017 - June 9, 2021
VOYA FINANCIAL ADVISORS, INC.
BD
CRD#: 2882
EUGENE, OR
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
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Arizona(1/2/2026)
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California(6/9/2021)
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Florida(7/22/2021)
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Hawaii(3/8/2022)
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Idaho(1/2/2026)
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Minnesota(6/5/2026)
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Montana(6/9/2021)
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New York(6/9/2021)
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Oregon(6/9/2021)
IAR
Oregon(6/29/2023)
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Tennessee(5/5/2023)
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Texas(6/9/2021)
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Texas(6/29/2023)
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Washington(6/9/2021)
Exams
State Security Law Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
SRO Registrations
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FINRA
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
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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 |
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Company Information
CETERA INVESTMENT ADVISERS LLC
Financial Planner at Tidepool Wealth StrategiesCRD#: 105644Eugene, OR 97401DBA Information
Tidepool Wealth Strategies450 Country Club Road, Suite 350Eugene, OR 97401
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