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Brian Edward Smith

CARY STREET PARTNERS INVESTMENT ADVISORY LLC·RICHMOND, Virginia
SIE, Series 4, Series 7, Series 24, Series 31, Series 63, Series 6520 years registeredCARY STREET PARTNERS INVESTMENT ADVISORY LLC
1210 E. CARY STREET, RICHMOND, VA 23219CRD# 2287309Firm CRD# 128545

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Identity
Brian Edward Smith · RICHMOND, VA
Registration
CRD #2287309 · CARY STREET PARTNERS INVESTMENT ADVISORY LLC · 20 years registered
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Career History

No current investment adviser registration
Last registered firm: CARY STREET PARTNERS INVESTMENT ADVISORY LLC
Nov 2013Apr 2019
AUSTIN, TX
May 2006Dec 2013
AUSTIN, TX
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Registrations & Exams

FINRA examinations passed
SIE
Series 4
Series 7
Series 24
Series 31
Series 63
Series 65
Registration record
First registered · May 18, 2006
Years registered · 20
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Disclosure History

2009Customer Dispute·Settled
2008Customer Dispute·Withdrawn
2005Regulatory·Final
2001Customer Dispute·Dismissed
2001Customer Dispute·Settled
1997Customer Dispute·Award / Judgment

6 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
CARY STREET PARTNERS INVESTMENT ADVISORY LLC
CRD 128545 · SEC 801-64239
AUM
$7.0B
Regulatory assets under management
Employees
144
12,547 client accounts
Services offered by CARY STREET PARTNERS INVESTMENT ADVISORY LLC
Per Form ADV
Financial planning
Portfolio management (individuals)
Selection of other advisers
Publication of periodicals/newsletters
Security ratings or pricing services
Charitable organization or education services
Client types served by the firm
Per Form ADV
Individuals
High Net Worth Individuals
Nonprofits & Foundations
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Frequently Asked Questions

What services does Brian Edward Smith offer?
Brian Edward Smith specializes in Financial Planning, Investment Management, Wealth Management.
What are Brian Edward Smith's credentials?
Brian Edward Smith is a registered investment adviser representative. Check their firm's Form ADV filing for detailed qualification information.
Where is Brian Edward Smith located?
Brian Edward Smith is based in RICHMOND, Virginia, last registered with CARY STREET PARTNERS INVESTMENT ADVISORY LLC.
How does Brian Edward Smith charge for services?
Brian Edward Smith's firm is compensated through percentage of aum, hourly charges, subscription fees, other: revenue sharing with certain third parties. Always review the firm's Form ADV Part 2 for complete fee details before engaging an advisor.
How large is CARY STREET PARTNERS INVESTMENT ADVISORY LLC?
CARY STREET PARTNERS INVESTMENT ADVISORY LLC has approximately 144 employees and manages $7.0B in regulatory assets under management. The firm is registered with the SEC as an investment adviser.
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