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James Kevin Johnston

Arete Wealth Advisors, LLC

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About James Kevin Johnston

James Johnston is an active Registered Representative and Investment Adviser Representative with over 30 years of experience in the financial services industry. Johnston holds a Series 6, 7, 24, 31, 63, 65, 79TO and SIE license, as well as the Certified Financial Planner designation. He is currently registered with Arete Wealth Advisors, LLC in Illinois and Florida. Previously, Johnston has worked with various firms including Private Consulting Group, Inc. and NFP Securities, Inc. In addition to providing investment advice, Johnston also offers financial planning, pension consulting and portfolio management services. He serves high net worth individuals, corporations, businesses, and pension and profit-sharing plans.

Firm Information

James Johnston is currently registered with Arete Wealth Advisors, LLC. Arete Wealth Advisors, LLC is a registered investment advisor headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. With over $1 billion to $10 billion in assets under management, the firm provides financial planning, pension consulting, and portfolio management services to a diverse range of clients, including individuals, corporations, and pension plans. Arete Wealth Advisors also participates in wrap fee programs. The firm's website addresses include christie-cox.com, bondstocksfinancial.com, leblancfinancial.com, aretewealth.com, and more.
Arete Wealth Advisors, LLC

1115 W FULTON MARKET

CHICAGO, IL 60607

$2.67B

Assets Under Management

30

Total Clients

125

Total Financial Advisors

Services Offered

Advisors offer a broad range of advisory services designed to meet the unique needs of individuals, businesses, and investment companies. These services provide professional guidance and personalized strategies to help clients achieve their financial goals.

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financial planning services

Comprehensive financial plans to help you achieve your personal and business goals.

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pension consulting services

Guidance on pension options to ensure a secure financial future.

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selection of other advisors

Helps you choose top advisors aligned with your financial goals.

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portfolio management for businesses

Custom portfolio management strategies for businesses to achieve long-term growth.

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portfolio management for individuals

Personalized portfolio management to meet individual financial objectives.

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non-discretionary investment advice regarding securities of affiliates of masterworks.io, llc.

Non-discretionary investment advice regarding securities of affiliates of masterworks.io, llc.

Fee Structure

Advisors may be compensated through a variety of fee structures, offering flexibility and transparency. This allows clients to choose the arrangement that best aligns with their financial objectives.

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fixed fees

Set rates for specific services, regardless of time or assets managed.

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percentage of assets

A percentage of the total value of assets under management is charged.

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performance-based fees

Fees calculated based on the performance of your investments relative to a benchmark.

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other

Sharing in underwriting fees from an affiliated broker-dealer

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James Johnston’s Registration & Firm History

TN

01/05/2023 - Present

Arete Wealth Advisors, LLC (Memphis TN)

TN

04/09/2001 - 12/31/2008

PRIVATE CONSULTING GROUP, INC. (MEMPHIS TN)

TX

07/10/2000 - 04/16/2001

NFP SECURITIES, INC. (AUSTIN TX)

OR

08/27/1999 - 07/10/2000

PRIVATE CONSULTING GROUP, INC. (PORTLAND OR)

GA

01/06/1998 - 08/31/1999

IFG NETWORK SECURITIES, INC. (ATLANTA GA)

CA

06/20/1996 - 01/09/1998

FINANCIAL NETWORK INVESTMENT CORPORATION (EL SEGUNDO CA)

NY

11/21/1988 - 06/20/1996

GUARDIAN INVESTOR SERVICES CORPORATION (NEW YORK NY)

NA

06/13/1988 - 07/09/1988

CONNECTICUT MUTUAL FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC.

NA

12/03/1987 - 06/28/1988

NORTHCUTT-OWEN AND COMPANY

NA

06/11/1987 - 09/18/1987

GENERAL FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC.

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Licenses & Designations

IA

Issued 11/02/1998

Series 65 - Uniform Investment Adviser Law Examination

BC

Issued 06/15/1987

Series 63 - Uniform Securities Agent State Law Examination

BC

Issued 08/24/1998

Series 24 - General Securities Principal Examination

BC

Issued 01/02/2023

Series 79TO - Investment Banking Registered Representative Examination

BC

Issued 10/01/2018

SIE - Securities Industry Essentials Examination

BC

Issued 08/13/1999

Series 31 - Futures Managed Funds Examination

BC

Issued 07/21/1998

Series 7 - General Securities Representative Examination

BC

Issued 06/10/1987

Series 6 - Investment Company Products/Variable Contracts Representative Examination

State Registrations

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Inactive

SRO Registrations

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FINRA

Disclosures

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