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Thomas Joseph Berthel

BFC PLANNING, INC.·CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa
SIE, Series 1, Series 3, Series 6TO, Series 7, Series 22TO, Series 24, Series 26, Series 27, Series 39, Series 63, Series 65, Series 79TO, Series 99TO25 years registeredBFC PLANNING, INC.
4201 42ND STREET NE, CEDAR RAPIDS, IA 52402CRD# 823289Firm CRD# 119682

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Identity
Thomas Joseph Berthel · CEDAR RAPIDS, IA
Registration
CRD #823289 · BFC PLANNING, INC. · 25 years registered
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Career History

Jan 2002present
SECURITIES MANAGEMENT AND RESEARCH, INC. ("SM&R")
Feb 2011Apr 2012
MARION, IA
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Registrations & Exams

FINRA examinations passed
SIE
Series 1
Series 3
Series 6TO
Series 7
Series 22TO
Series 24
Series 26
Series 27
Series 39
Series 63
Series 65
Series 79TO
Series 99TO
Registration record
First registered · January 1, 2001
Years registered · 25
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Disclosure History

2004Customer Dispute·Settled
2000Customer Dispute·Settled
1993Regulatory·Final

3 disclosure events on file · Verify on FINRA BrokerCheck →

Source: SEC IAPD, as of 14 August 2026. Resolutions may have changed since.

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Firm Overview

Firm
BFC PLANNING, INC.
CRD 119682 · SEC 801-67427
AUM
$1.8B
Regulatory assets under management
Employees
200
8,749 client accounts
Services offered by BFC PLANNING, INC.
Per Form ADV
Financial planning
Portfolio management (individuals)
Security ratings or pricing services
Client types served by the firm
Per Form ADV
Individuals
High Net Worth Individuals
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Frequently Asked Questions

What services does Thomas Joseph Berthel offer?
Thomas Joseph Berthel specializes in Financial Planning, Investment Management. Contact their office in CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa for a consultation.
What are Thomas Joseph Berthel's credentials?
Thomas Joseph Berthel is a registered investment adviser representative. Check their firm's Form ADV filing for detailed qualification information.
Where is Thomas Joseph Berthel located?
Thomas Joseph Berthel is based in CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa, working with BFC PLANNING, INC.. Their office serves clients in the CEDAR RAPIDS metropolitan area and surrounding communities.
How does Thomas Joseph Berthel charge for services?
Thomas Joseph Berthel's firm is compensated through percentage of aum, hourly charges, subscription fees, other: solicitor fee. Always review the firm's Form ADV Part 2 for complete fee details before engaging an advisor.
How large is BFC PLANNING, INC.?
BFC PLANNING, INC. has approximately 200 employees and manages $1.8B in regulatory assets under management. The firm is registered with the SEC as an investment adviser.
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