Mark Thomas
Mark Thomas is a CFP-designated registered investment advisor at Esi Financial Advisors, based in Latham, NY, with 27 years of industry experience. Mark is also registered as a broker, so some compensation may come from commissions on products sold. Their practice areas include Annuities, Charitable Giving, Education Planning, Estate Planning, and 6 more. Their firm serves 12,379 clients with $2.8B in assets under management.
Compensation
Firm Size
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Assets Under Management
Fee Structure
Portfolio-Based Fees (Tiered)
| Portfolio Value | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Up to $1.0M | 1.00% |
| $1.0M - $2.5M | 0.75% |
| $2.5M - $5.0M | 0.60% |
| $5.0M - $10.0M | 0.50% |
| $10M+ | 0.35% |
Rates reflect the primary schedule used in programs like American Funds and Schwab Retirement Advisor Services. Other programs have different maximum fees (AssetMark up to 1.50%, Saratoga up to 2.00%, SEI up to 1.75% plus 0.05% administrative fee). Actual fees are negotiable.
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Location
421 Troy Schenectady Rd, Latham, NY, 12110
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Regulatory History
No disclosures, customer disputes, or regulatory actions on file.
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Learn about disclosures →Other Business ActivitiesSells Insurance
Mark is an insurance agent for several insurance companies, selling life, disability, and health insurance under the DBA Wise Financial, LLC. This activity takes about a quarter of his time.
Employment History
Current Registrations
Esi Financial Advisors
Equity Services, INC.Broker
Previous Registrations
LPL Financial LLCBroker
AXA Advisors, LLCBroker
Mercer Allied Company, L.P.Broker
State Registrations7 states
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