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James Bross

Advisor at Steward Partners Investment Advisory, LLC

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Firm

Steward Partners Investment Advisory, LLC

Location

Clemson, SC 29631

Credentials

Series 66

Industry experience

6 years

Client services

Financial planning Portfolio management Pension consulting Selection of other advisers Financial consulting

Fee options

Fixed

Flat fees for financial planning reviews and updates may be charged, negotiable by agreement.

Percentage

$10,000 - $24,999: N/A (minimum account size, fees negotiable) $25,000 - $49,999: Up to 2.50% annually $50,000+: Up to 2.50% annually

Project-based

Hourly rates may apply for financial planning updates or consulting at IAR’s discretion.

Other

Account minimum: $10,000 Minimum fee: Minimum Quarterly Program Fee of $250 (prior to May 2011) is mentioned, but currently minimum quarterly fees are negotiable and may be waived. Fee-only: Advisory fees negotiated between client and IAR, typically based on assets under management.

Work history

Steward Partners Investment Advisory, LLC

2025 - Present (1 year)

Steward Partners Investment Solutions, LLC

2025 - Present (1 year)

Steward Partners Global Advisory, LLC

2025 - Present (1 year)

Equitable Advisors, LLC

2019 - 2025 (6 years)

Axa Advisors, Llc

2019 - 2020 (1 year)

Atrium Health

2016 - 2018 (2 years)

Carolina Care Innovation Group

2016 - Present (10 years)

Sabbatical Leave

2015 - 2016 (1 year)

Disclosures

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Business activities & affiliations

Sharon M

CFP®, ChFC®, Series 66

Seneca, SC

Edward Jones

Retirement income strategy General retirement planning Business exit / sale strategy General estate planning guidance Multi-generational wealth transfer

Brian J

Series 66

Easley, SC

Edward Jones

Retirement income strategy General retirement planning Wealth management General estate planning guidance

Sarah F

Series 66

Clemson, SC

Edward Jones

Multi-generational wealth transfer General estate planning guidance Retirement income strategy General retirement planning Wealth management

Justin B

Series 66

Seneca, SC

Edward Jones

Retirement income strategy General estate planning guidance Retirement withdrawal strategies Wealth management Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k)

Robert P

Series 66

Seneca, SC

Fidelity

Bob Powers is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments, where he has been employed since 2023. In his role, he focuses on developing personalized financial plans by understanding the unique needs of his clients' families and collaborating with them to align strategies with their goals. Before his current position, Bob served as a Financial Consultant I at Fidelity Investments from 2023 to 2024. His approach emphasizes helping clients feel secure about accumulating wealth and protecting their family's future. Outside of his professional work, Bob enjoys boating, family activities, golf, hiking, and spending time at the lake.

Wealth management

William W

Series 66

Easley, SC

Merrill

William West is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he specializes in developing strategic, alternative, and tactical investment strategies. With 17 years of experience at Merrill Lynch, he focuses on areas including professional asset management, portfolio analysis, concentrated stock planning, and investment research. William consults with individuals to provide personalized investment management services, emphasizing asset allocation and structured investment plans that align with family financial goals such as estate planning and generational gifting using trusts, Trusteed IRAs, and GRATs. He supports clients in planning for current and future income needs. William holds a Bachelor's Degree from Anderson University and is designated as a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He lives in Greenville, South Carolina, is a member of Westminster Presbyterian Church, and serves on the board at Anderson University.

Concentrated stock management Wealth management Private / alternative investments General estate planning guidance Trust structures (GRAT, IDGT, revocable)
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