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Val J Smith has been a registered investment advisor for over 30 years, beginning their career at Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated. Since 2013, Val has been affiliated with Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC. Their experience encompasses various financial products and services. Val holds both Series 65 and 66 licenses. They are also a registered representative in Texas, and they have experience working with a wide range of client types, including individuals, trusts, and estates. Val's specializations include investment management, financial planning, and retirement planning.
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.
Comprehensive financial plans to help you achieve your personal and business goals.
Guidance on pension options to ensure a secure financial future.
Seminars designed to boost your financial literacy and investment knowledge.
Helps you choose top advisors aligned with your financial goals.
Custom portfolio management strategies for businesses to achieve long-term growth.
Personalized portfolio management to meet individual financial objectives.
Asset allocation services
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.
Set rates for specific services, regardless of time or assets managed.
A percentage of the total value of assets under management is charged.
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IA
08/02/2013 - Present
Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC (WEST DES MOINES IA)
IA
04/05/2012 - 08/26/2013
MORGAN STANLEY (DES MOINES IA)
IA
10/12/2001 - 04/10/2012
EDWARD JONES (URBANDALE IA)
NJ
07/08/1994 - 10/19/2001
UBS PAINEWEBBER INC. (WEEHAWKEN NJ)
NY
04/08/1982 - 07/22/1994
MERRILL LYNCH, PIERCE, FENNER & SMITH INCORPORATED (NEW YORK NY)
NA
09/19/1979 - 04/29/1982
BACHE HALSEY STUART SHIELDS INCORPORATED
BOTH
Issued 02/22/2007
Series 66 - Uniform Combined State Law Examination
IA
Issued 11/05/1999
Series 65 - Uniform Investment Adviser Law Examination
BC
Issued 09/07/1979
Series 63 - Uniform Securities Agent State Law Examination
BC
Issued 10/01/2018
SIE - Securities Industry Essentials Examination
BC
Issued 09/15/1979
Series 7 - General Securities Representative Examination
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Inactive
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