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James Bross

Advisor at Steward Partners Investment Advisory, LLC

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Firm

Steward Partners Investment Advisory, LLC

Location

Stamford, CT 06901-3512

Credentials

Series 66

Industry experience

6 years

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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