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John Grillo

Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, INC.
31 Years of Experience
Carrollton, GA
3 DisclosuresBrokerSells Insurance
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John Grillo is a CFP-designated registered investment advisor at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, INC., based in Carrollton, GA, with 31 years of industry experience. John is also registered as a broker, so some compensation may come from commissions on products sold. Their practice areas include Divorce Planning, Education Planning, Estate Planning, Financial Planning & Coaching, and 6 more. Their firm serves 361,213 clients with $140B in assets under management.

Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, INC.
Compensation
Commission-BasedFee-Only (% of Portfolio)Fixed/Hourly
Firm Size
3940 advisors
Number of Clients
361,213 clients
Average Client Portfolio
$384K average
Assets Under Management
$138.7B

Fee Structure

Minimum Investment:$25K
Planning is included in investment management (also available separately)
Portfolio-Based Fees (Flat)
Portfolio ValueAnnual Fee
Any2.25%

Maximum allowable advisory fee is 2.25% annually across platforms. Actual fees are negotiable and set by your financial professional based on account size, complexity, and specific program selected.

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Location

205 Lee St, Carrollton, GA, 30117

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History

Regulatory History (3)
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Customer Dispute
May 2020
Settled
Customer Dispute
February 2020
Settled
Customer Dispute
June 2018
Settled
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Other Business ActivitiesSells Insurance

John is a CPA and owner of Compass Tax LLC, dedicating a few hours per week, and an independent insurance agent for various companies through Grillo & Associates, also dedicating a few hours per week. He is also involved in real estate, a charter boat business, and serves on committees and boards, dedicating minimal time to each.

Employment History
Current Registrations
Cambridge Investment Research, INC.
May 2008 - Present · 18 yrs 5 mos
Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, INC.
May 2008 - Present · 18 yrs 5 mos
Cambridge Investment Research, INC.Broker
May 2008 - Present · 18 yrs 5 mos
Previous Registrations
Eagle Strategies LLC
October 2003 - May 2008 · 4 yrs 7 mos
Nylife Securities LLCBroker
September 1995 - May 2008 · 12 yrs 8 mos
State Registrations32 states
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AdvisorBrokerBoth

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Exams
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