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Chelsea Advisory Services, Inc.

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Client assets under management

$147,350,970

Clients

552

8% high-net-worth

Advisors

30

of 30 employees

Firm type

Multi-team

30-300 advisors or >$3B in AUM

Clients per advisor

18

Very Low

Average account size

$266,940

About

Chelsea Advisory provides financial planning, investment advisory, and consulting services to individuals (including high‑net‑worth clients), trusts and some corporate entities. The firm offers both ongoing portfolio management and standalone financial planning engagements for clients who do not retain asset management.

Investment decisions are typically guided by a fundamental, long‑term orientation and the firm generally manages accounts on a discretionary basis, building diversified portfolios across equities, fixed income, mutual funds, ETFs and, when used, third‑party sub‑advisers. Chelsea Advisory generally does not pursue active trading, allows clients to impose investment restrictions (subject to firm acceptance), and conducts periodic compliance and portfolio reviews.

What is notable about the firm is its integration with an affiliated broker‑dealer and a single, affiliated custody/execution platform that routes clearing through a named clearing firm; the firm recommends that clients open accounts on that platform and may decline relationships if clients insist on other custodians. Many advisory representatives are dually registered and some are licensed to sell insurance products through the affiliate, and the firm discloses various revenue‑sharing, platform rebates and crediting practices tied to the custody arrangement — conflicts it says are managed through disclosure, training and supervisory oversight.

Client services

Financial planning Portfolio management Selection of other advisers

Expertise

Wealth management

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Fee options

Fixed

Agreed upon fixed rate for standalone financial planning and consulting services, negotiated case-by-case

Percentage

Negotiable up to a maximum of 2% annually

Project-based

Up to $600 per hour for standalone financial planning and consulting services

Other

Account minimum: $25,000

Main office location

Chelsea Advisory Services, Inc.

242 Main Street

Staten Island NY 10307, United States

Number of offices

22

Most active in

Arkansas · California · Florida · Illinois · Indiana · Louisiana · Maryland · Massachusetts · Missouri · New Jersey · New York · North Carolina · Oregon · Pennsylvania · South Carolina · Texas · Virginia · Washington

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Business activities & affiliations

Advisors at this firm

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Steven M

ChFC®, Series 63

Staten Island, NY

Chelsea Advisory Services, Inc.

Steven Melchiorri is a ChFC® with 24 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Chelsea Advisory Services, Inc. He previously worked at OneAmerica Securities and American United Life, as well as The ON Equity Sales Company and Ohio National Financial Services. Outside of advisory work, Melchiorri conducts free financial literacy workshops on social security and Medicare through the American Financial Education Alliance. Chelsea Advisory Services provides financial planning, investment advisory, and consulting services to individuals, trusts, and corporate entities. The firm employs a fundamental, long-term investment approach, managing diversified portfolios primarily on a discretionary basis while integrating its advisory services with affiliated broker-dealer and custody platforms.

Wealth management
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James S

Series 65

Lake Charles, LA

Chelsea Advisory Services, Inc.

James Stephenson is a Series 65-licensed financial advisor with five years of industry experience. He has worked at Chelsea Advisory Services, Inc. since 2021 and previously held roles at J.W. Cole Advisors, Inc. and Stine Financial. Outside of his advisory role, he operates Stephenson Tax Group, a separate tax-related business. Chelsea Advisory Services provides financial planning, investment advisory, and consulting services to individuals, trusts, and some corporate clients. The firm follows a fundamental, long-term investment approach, managing diversified portfolios primarily on a discretionary basis and emphasizing integration with an affiliated broker-dealer and custody platform.

Wealth management
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Russell L

Series 63, Series 65

Orland Park, IL

Chelsea Advisory Services, Inc.

Russell Luce is a financial advisor with Chelsea Advisory Services, Inc. and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has 31 years of industry experience, with prior roles at Silver Oak Securities, Lifemark Securities Corp., and other firms. Outside of advisory work, he serves as president of Planning Legacies Financial Group, a full insurance firm. Chelsea Advisory Services provides financial planning, investment advisory, and consulting services to individuals, trusts, and some corporate clients. The firm employs a fundamental, long-term investment approach and generally manages accounts on a discretionary basis with diversified portfolios.

Wealth management
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Nicholas I

Series 63, Series 65

Staten Island, NY

Chelsea Advisory Services, Inc.

Nicholas Iarrobino is a financial advisor with Chelsea Advisory Services, Inc., holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 20 years of industry experience. He has worked at Chelsea Financial Services since 2019 and previously at Regulus Advisors from 2015 to 2019. Outside of his advisory role, he is a licensed insurance agent and is involved in managing multiple real estate partnerships and property management entities. Chelsea Advisory Services provides financial planning, investment advisory, and consulting services to individuals, trusts, and some corporate clients. The firm emphasizes a fundamental, long-term investment approach, managing diversified portfolios primarily on a discretionary basis.

Wealth management
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Christopher V

Series 63, Series 65

Staten Island, NY

Chelsea Advisory Services, Inc.

Christopher Vetrano is a financial advisor at Chelsea Advisory Services, Inc. with 31 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Chelsea Financial Services since 2007. In addition to his advisory role, he is involved in life insurance with National Life Group and Innovative Underwriters and spends time meeting with clients about retirement income needs through CV Wealth Management. Chelsea Advisory Services provides financial planning, investment advisory, and consulting services to individuals, trusts, and some corporate clients. The firm employs a fundamental, long-term investment approach, managing diversified portfolios primarily on a discretionary basis, and integrates its advisory services with an affiliated broker-dealer and custody platform.

Wealth management
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Roseann P

Series 63, Series 65

Staten Island, NY

Chelsea Advisory Services, Inc.

Roseann Palermo is a financial advisor with Chelsea Advisory Services, Inc. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 17 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Chelsea Advisory Services in 2012, she has been associated with Johnjoseph Financial Group since 1996. Outside of her advisory work, she is the president and owner of Palermo Insurance Agency, where she is involved in insurance sales. Chelsea Advisory Services provides financial planning, investment advisory, and consulting services to individuals, including high-net-worth clients, trusts, and some corporate entities. The firm typically follows a fundamental, long-term investment approach and manages diversified portfolios on a discretionary basis, with an emphasis on compliance and client-directed restrictions.

Wealth management
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Paul B

Series 63, Series 65, Series 66

Lady Lake, FL

Chelsea Advisory Services, Inc.

Paul Balog is a financial advisor at Chelsea Advisory Services, Inc. with 42 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63, Series 65, and Series 66 credentials and has worked at Chelsea Financial Services since 2018, following a prior role at Foresters Equity Services, Inc. Balog is also licensed to sell insurance products, working part-time as an insurance agent specializing in fixed annuities. Chelsea Advisory Services provides financial planning, investment advisory, and consulting services to individuals, trusts, and some corporate entities. The firm follows a fundamental, long-term investment approach and generally manages diversified portfolios on a discretionary basis, with an integrated custody and execution platform linked to an affiliated broker-dealer.

Wealth management
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Ryan K

CFP®, Series 66

Red Bank, NJ

Chelsea Advisory Services, Inc.

Ryan Keller is a CFP® with 17 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Chelsea Advisory Services, Inc. since 2017. He previously worked at Axa Advisors, LLC from 2008 to 2017. Outside of advisory work, he is a partner in a family non-securities insurance business. Chelsea Advisory Services provides financial planning, investment advisory, and consulting services to individuals, trusts, and some corporate clients. The firm emphasizes a fundamental, long-term investment approach with discretionary portfolio management, offering diversified portfolios primarily across equities, fixed income, mutual funds, and ETFs.

Wealth management
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Ori P

Series 63

Staten Island, NY

Chelsea Advisory Services, Inc.

Ori Pagovich is a financial advisor with Chelsea Advisory Services, Inc. and holds the Series 63 designation. He has 26 years of industry experience, including 14 years at Fsc Securities Corporation and more recent roles at OSAIC and Chelsea Financial Services. Outside of his advisory work, he teaches in an after-school program with the nonprofit organization Makom NY. Chelsea Advisory Services provides financial planning, investment advisory, and consulting services to individuals, trusts, and some corporate entities. The firm emphasizes a fundamental, long-term investment approach and generally manages client portfolios on a discretionary basis with diversified holdings across multiple asset classes.

Wealth management
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Andrew C

CFP®, Series 66

Staten Island, NY

Chelsea Advisory Services, Inc.

Andrew Cilento is a CFP® with seven years of industry experience, currently serving at Chelsea Advisory Services, Inc. He previously worked at Voya Investments Distributor, LLC and Voya Investment Management, among other firms. His background also includes experience with Cohen & Steers and nonprofit work at New York University. Chelsea Advisory Services, Inc. provides financial planning, investment advisory, and consulting services to individuals, trusts, and some corporate clients. The firm emphasizes a fundamental, long-term investment approach and manages diversified portfolios primarily on a discretionary basis.

Wealth management
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Daniel O

CFP®, Series 63

Staten Island, NY

Chelsea Advisory Services, Inc.

Daniel Overcash Jr. is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with 55 years of industry experience. He currently serves at Chelsea Advisory Services, Inc. and has a longstanding career including over five decades at Budell Overcash Anderson & Co., Inc. based in Staten Island, NY. Chelsea Advisory Services, Inc. provides financial planning, investment advisory, and consulting services to individuals, trusts, and corporate entities. The firm emphasizes a fundamental, long-term investment approach and offers both discretionary portfolio management and standalone financial planning engagements.

Wealth management
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Stephen S

Series 63, Series 65

Staten Island, NY

Chelsea Advisory Services, Inc.

Stephen Stewart is a financial advisor with Chelsea Advisory Services, Inc., holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 24 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at PFS Investments Inc. and Primerica Financial Services. Outside of advising, he owns and operates E-Fund Resources, LLC, providing tax preparation and related services. Chelsea Advisory Services offers financial planning, investment advisory, and consulting services to individuals, trusts, and some corporate clients. The firm emphasizes a fundamental, long-term investment approach and generally manages accounts on a discretionary basis using diversified portfolios.

Wealth management
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Stephen S

Series 63, Series 65

Staten Island, NY

Chelsea Advisory Services, Inc.

Stephen Sebold is a financial advisor at Chelsea Advisory Services, Inc. with 30 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked at AXA Advisors, LLC for 18 years. Sebold has been with Chelsea Financial Services since 2020. Chelsea Advisory provides financial planning, investment advisory, and consulting services to individuals, trusts, and some corporate entities. The firm typically manages diversified portfolios on a discretionary basis with a fundamental, long-term investment approach and integrates its services with an affiliated broker-dealer and custody platform.

Wealth management
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Odalis L

Series 65

Miami, FL

Chelsea Advisory Services, Inc.

Odalis Lopez is a financial advisor with Chelsea Advisory Services, Inc. in Miami, FL, holding a Series 65 credential and over 24 years of industry experience. Her career includes roles at IFS Securities, Financial West Group, and A&K Insurance Consultants, among others. She is also involved in non-investment activities through Sterling Benefits Group, where she works as a sales agent for health insurance, and through her own firm, Odalis M. Lopez Financial Associates, LLC, focusing on life insurance and annuities. Chelsea Advisory Services provides financial planning, investment advisory, and consulting services to individuals, including high-net-worth clients, trusts, and some corporate entities. The firm emphasizes a fundamental, long-term investment approach with diversified portfolios and integrates its operations with an affiliated broker-dealer and custody platform.

Wealth management
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John P

Series 63, Series 65

Staten Island, NY

Chelsea Advisory Services, Inc.

John Pisapia is a financial advisor with Chelsea Advisory Services, Inc., holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 32 years of industry experience. He has worked with Chelsea Advisory Services since 2010 and has been associated with affiliated firms including Chelsea Financial Services and U S Securities International Corp. Chelsea Advisory provides financial planning, investment advisory, and consulting services to individuals, trusts, and some corporate clients. The firm employs a fundamental, long-term investment approach with discretionary portfolio management and integrates brokerage and custody services through a single affiliated platform.

Wealth management
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