BC
CFP
BC
CFP

Benjamin Calvert

14 Years of Experience
1 DisclosureBroker

Benjamin Calvert is a CFP-designated registered investment advisor at Synovus Securities, INC., based in Birmingham, AL, with 14 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.

Loading...

Location

800 Shades Creek Parkway, Birmingham, AL, 35209

Get directions

History

Regulatory History (1)
What are disclosures? Advisors must report customer complaints, regulatory actions, and certain legal or financial events to the SEC. Not all disclosures are serious—many are settled disputes or minor violations. Learn how to evaluate them.
Customer Dispute
July 2025
Pending
Other Business Activities

Benjamin is the treasurer for Christ Pres Church, dedicating minimal time to budget planning, bookkeeping, and financial reporting. He also serves as treasurer for North Alabama Lacrosse and as an assistant coach on his son's team, spending minimal time preparing financial statements and giving status reports.

Employment History
Current Registrations
Synovus Securities, INC.
August 2019 - Present · 6 yrs 8 mos
Synovus Securities, INC.Broker
August 2019 - Present · 6 yrs 8 mos
Previous Registrations
Bbva Wealth Solutions INC.
May 2017 - September 2019 · 2 yrs 4 mos
Bbva Securities INC.Broker
April 2015 - September 2019 · 4 yrs 5 mos
Cetera Investment Services LLCBroker
May 2013 - February 2014 · 9 mos
Bbva Compass Investment Solutions, INCBroker
November 2009 - March 2012 · 2 yrs 4 mos
State Registrations18 states
ALFLGALAMAMNMSNCOHORPASCTNTXUTVAWAWV
AdvisorBrokerBoth

You can work with an advisor not registered in your state. Most advisors can legally serve a small number of clients across state lines without registering.

Exams
No exam information available for this advisor.
Benjamin Calvert - Financial Advisor | TrueAdvisor