James Sauser is a registered investment advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities LLC, based in Westerville, OH, with 11 years of industry experience. James operates on a fee-only basis, meaning they do not earn commissions from product sales. Their practice areas include Financial Planning & Coaching, Investment Management. Their firm serves 1,055,400 clients with $350B in assets under management.
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Fee Structure
Portfolio-Based Fees (Tiered)
| Portfolio Value | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Up to $250K | 1.45% |
| $250K - $500K | 1.30% |
| $500K - $1000K | 1.15% |
| $1.0M - $2.0M | 1.00% |
| $2.0M - $5.0M | 0.75% |
| $5.0M - $10.0M | 0.65% |
| $10.0M - $15.0M | 0.55% |
| $15.0M - $25.0M | 0.50% |
| $25.0M - $50.0M | 0.40% |
| $50M+ | 0.30% |
The Advisory Fee rate for assets invested in the Fixed Income Advisory Program (FIAP) is 0.70%. The Advisory Fee rate for assets invested in the Liquidity Management Strategy (LMS) is 0.40%. Effective November 10, 2025 the Advisory Fee rate for new LMS investors and LMS proposals dated on or after November 10, 2025 will be 0.60%.
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Location
370 S Cleveland Ave, Westerville, OH, 43081
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James works as a sailing instructor and classroom teacher for Columbia Yacht Club Sailing School, and as a licensed captain providing sailing tours for Chicago Sailboat Charters. He dedicates minimal time to each of these non-investment related activities.
Employment History
Current Registrations
J.P. Morgan Securities LLC
J.P. Morgan Securities LLCBroker
Previous Registrations
MML Investors Services, LLC
MML Investors Services, LLCBroker
Farmers Financial Solutions, LLCBroker
Country Capital Management CompanyBroker
AXA Advisors, LLCBroker
State Registrations53 states
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