SF
CFP
SF
CFP

Sergio Fernandez

34 Years of Experience
Pinecrest, FL
BrokerSells Insurance

Sergio Fernandez is a CFP-designated registered investment advisor at Synovus Securities, INC., based in Pinecrest, FL, with 34 years of industry experience. Their practice areas include Charitable Giving, Education Planning, Estate Planning, Insurance Planning, and 3 more. Their firm serves 12,411 clients with $8.4B in assets under management.

Compensation
Commission-BasedFee-Only (% of Portfolio)Fixed/Hourly
Firm Size
180 advisors
Number of Clients
12,411 clients
Average Client Portfolio
$680K average
Assets Under Management
$8.4B

Fee Structure

Planning is included in investment management (also available separately)
Minimum Annual Fee:$500

Synovus Securities offers several investment programs with fees that vary depending on the program and the amount you invest. These fees cover investment advice, portfolio management, custodial services, and brokerage-related expenses. Here's a breakdown of some of the programs:

  • Separately Managed Account (SMA) Program: Fees range from 1.10% to 1.40% annually, plus subadviser fees (0.13% to 1.02%) and Envestnet fees (0.17%).
  • Strategic Allocation Program: Fees range from 0.96% to 1.26% annually, plus subadviser fees (0.00% to 0.18%) and Envestnet fees (0.13%).
  • Tactical Allocation Program: Fees range from 1.00% to 1.30% annually, plus subadviser fees (0.15% to 0.35%) and Envestnet fees (0.13%).
  • Foundations Program: Fees range from 0.95% to 1.15% annually, plus subadviser fees (0.10%) and Envestnet fees (0.10%).
  • Advisor Directed Program: Fees range from 1.16% to 1.46% annually, plus Envestnet fees (0.08%).
  • Unified Managed Account (UMA) Program: Fees range from 1.10% to 1.40% annually, plus subadviser fees (0.15% to 0.67%) and Envestnet fees (0.12%).
  • Individually Managed Accounts and Outside Money Manager Program: Fees range from 1.10% to 1.40% annually, plus subadviser fees (0.30% to 1.00%).

There are also minimum account values for each program, which may be waived at Synovus Securities' discretion. Synovus Securities also charges 1.50% annually for advice related to variable insurance contracts, with a $500 minimum annual fee.

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Location

11315 S. Dixie Highway, Pinecrest, FL, 33156

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History

Regulatory History
Clean regulatory record

No disclosures, customer disputes, or regulatory actions on file.

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Other Business ActivitiesSells Insurance

Sergio is an independent insurance agent since 2003, receiving residuals from old disability insurance and long-term care policies. He dedicates minimal time to this activity, receiving renewal fees for business transacted prior to February 2020.

Employment History
Current Registrations
Synovus Securities, INC.
February 2020 - Present · 6 yrs 3 mos
Synovus Securities, INC.Broker
February 2020 - Present · 6 yrs 3 mos
Previous Registrations
Compass Advisory Group, LLC
February 2004 - December 2006 · 2 yrs 10 mos
Compass Advisory Group, LLC
February 2004 - December 2005 · 1 yr 10 mos
Compass Advisory Group, LLC
February 2004 - December 2004 · 10 mos
Cetera Investment Advisers LLC
July 2003 - March 2020 · 16 yrs 8 mos
Cetera Financial Specialists LLCBroker
July 2003 - March 2020 · 16 yrs 8 mos
Wachovia Securities, LLC
June 2003 - August 2003 · 2 mos
Wachovia Securities, LLCBroker
May 2003 - August 2003 · 3 mos
Princor Financial Services CorporationBroker
May 1997 - July 1997 · 2 mos
First Investors CorporationBroker
March 1986 - April 1997 · 11 yrs 1 mo
State Registrations9 states
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Exams
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