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Erik P. Swanson

CETERA INVESTMENT ADVISERS LLC
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
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CRD#: 7812230
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Professional summary


Erik Paul Swanson, who also goes by Erik P Swanson, Erik Swanson, is a registered financial advisor currently at CETERA INVESTMENT ADVISERS LLC located in El Segundo, California and CETERA WEALTH SERVICES, LLC located in El Segundo, California.

Erik is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and RR (Registered Representative) and started their career in finance in 2023. Erik has worked at 4 firms and has passed the Series 66, Series 7TO and SIE exams.

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Are you a "fiduciary"?
Yes

Aliases


Erik P Swanson | Erik Swanson

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.
1) EAST POLE INC POSITION: CEO NATURE: I am the owner and sole employee of my S Corp "East Pole Inc". The scope of work encompasses to processes ofrecording, editing and mixing music for theatrical film, symphonic concert material, album or pop record material as well asrecording studio technical consulting?. INVESTMENT RELATED: No NUMBER OF HOURS: 20 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 10 START DATE: 07/07/2004 ADDRESS: 718 11th St, Hermosa Beach CA 90254, United States DESCRIPTION: 1) Interface with Film Studio Execs, Chief MixingEngineer and Composers teamto understand the scope, complexity, schedule, locations and budget of the project.2) Interface specifically with Chief Mixing Engineer to define his vision and preferences for how the project should beaccomplished3) Contact and hire appropriate third party companies to accomplish the given tasks and budgets defined by the studio.Source and purchase any hardware or software that can not be rented by a third party.?4) Discuss project schedule, scope and budget with managers and staff at thedefined? locations scheduled for work?. Technically prepare the room(s)for integration of extra equipment, interconnect and workflow techniques. Oversee and test implementation of equipment to achieve desired workflow5) Configure software, prepare for recording session, test all equipment and routing paths. Record orchestral, choir performances etc, organize and manage all data, edit performances to create best possible interpretation of the composers and directorspreferences, Mix all sonic elements and print them in an organized manner. Deliver approved mix prints to the music editor for integration with dialog and sound effects on the dub stage for the final film mix. 2) PITCHESS & PITCHESS LLP POSITION: Financial Assistant NATURE: 1) Individual and Business TaxPreparation.2)IRS Representation? 3)Tax Planning? 4) Business Entity Selection & Creation.5) Financial Planning. INVESTMENT RELATED: Yes NUMBER OF HOURS: 150 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 120 START DATE: 10/31/2023 ADDRESS: 1334 Park View Ave, # 250, Manhattan Beach CA 90266, United States DESCRIPTION: 1) Setting up Client accounts.2) Financial Planning.3) Portfolio Allocation.4) Rebalance Accounts.5) Assisting Clients with needs and Concerns.

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CRS (Client Relationship Summary) - RIA


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CRS (Customer Relationship Summary)

Certified licenses


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None

Experience


Current

September 5, 2025 - Present

CETERA INVESTMENT ADVISERS LLC

Office #1: 841 Apollo St Suite 475, El Segundo, CA 90245
RIA
CRD#: 105644
EL SEGUNDO, CA
Current

September 5, 2025 - Present

CETERA WEALTH SERVICES, LLC

Office #1: 841 Apollo St Suite 475, El Segundo, CA 90245
BD
CRD#: 13572
El Segundo, CA
Past

March 22, 2024 - September 5, 2025

AVANTAX ADVISORY SERVICES

RIA
CRD#: 104556
El Segundo, CA
Past

December 18, 2023 - September 5, 2025

AVANTAX INVESTMENT SERVICES, INC.

BD
CRD#: 13686
El Segundo, CA

Primary Firm SEC Registration


This SEC-registered firm can serve clients nationwide. Some states may require the firm to submit a notice filing if the firm has more than 5 clients or a physical office there. You can view these state-level filings under the section titled "State Registrations and Notice Filings".
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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


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.

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RR
California
(9/5/2025)
IAR
California
(9/5/2025)

Exams


State Security Law Exam
RR
IAR
Series 66
Date: 3/22/2024
Uniform Combined State Law Examination
General Industry/Product Exam
RR
Series 7TO
Date: 12/16/2023
General Securities Representative Examination
General Industry/Product Exam
SRO Registrations
RR
FINRA

Current Firm


CI
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)
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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)


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Documents


Customer Relationship Summary (CRS / SEC)Latest Form ADV

Regulatory assets under management


Total Number of Accounts584,487
AUM (Assets Under Management)$ 163,792,814,520

Accountant surprise examination report


Filing DateForm ADV-E CoverForm ADV-E Report
10/27/2025
Cover Page
12/13/2024
09/26/2023
11/18/2022

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Company Information


CETERA INVESTMENT ADVISERS LLC

CRD#: 105644El Segundo, CA 90245

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