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Credentials
Series 66
Experience Industry experience
15 years
Location
Staunton, IL
Cambridge Investment Research Advisors
Institution
Charles Buchana is a financial advisor with Cambridge Investment Research Advisors and holds the Series 66 designation. He has 15 years of industry experience, including prior roles at Cetera Advisors LLC, Burgdorf Wealth Managers Inc., and First Allied Advisory Services. Outside of advising, he serves as treasurer for a local Business Networking International chapter and is an independent insurance agent. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm serving a diverse client base that includes individuals, retirement plans, charitable organizations, and trusts. The firm offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement advisory services through independent Financial Professionals, using a range of portfolio management options and proprietary model strategies.
Based on Cambridge Investment Research Advisors
Based on Cambridge Investment Research Advisors
For financial planning and consulting, flat fees generally do not exceed $25,000 but may be higher based on complexity; For WealthPort setup fee generally less than 1% of assets or $1,000
$0 - $100,000: 1.50% $100,000 - $250,000: 1.25% $250,000+: 1.00%
Financial Professionals acting as Registered Representatives receive commissions on securities and insurance sales
Generally up to $500 per hour for financial planning and consulting services; up to $500 per hour for retirement plan advisory services
Financial Wellness services paid by employer; flat or hourly fees per agreement
Account minimum: $5,000 Minimum fee: Minimum WealthPort program fee of $250 annually for CAAP® and UMA accounts
Staunton, IL
Staunton IL
Advisors at this office
1
Illinois · Missouri
15 years of industry experience
Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, Inc
2025 - Present • 1 year
Fairfield, IA
Cambridge Investment Research, Inc
2025 - Present • 1 year
Fairfield, IA
Cetera ADVISORS LLC
2022 - 2025 • 3 years
Fairview Hghts, IL
Cetera
2022 - 2025 • 3 years
Schaumburg, IL
Burgdorf Wealth Managers Inc.
2022 - 2025 • 3 years
Fairview Heights, IL
BFC PLANNING, Inc.
2021 - 2022 • 1 year
Chesterfield, MO
Berthel, Fisher & Company Financial Services, Inc.
2021 - 2022 • 1 year
Chesterfield, MO
First Allied Advisory Services
2020 - 2021 • 1 year
Schaumburg, IL
Barry-Wehmiller Design Group
2017 - 2021 • 4 years
Clayton, MO
First Allied Advisory Services, Inc
2012 - 2020 • 8 years
Chesterfield, MO
Triad Benefits Group, P.C.
2009 - Present • 17 years
Troy, IL
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Insurance agent
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Broker-dealer / trader
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Accountant / CPA / tax prep
They offer tax and accounting services, typically for separate fees.
Lawyer
They provide legal services, typically billed separately.
Real estate agent
They facilitate real estate transactions and may earn commissions.
Other specialized services
They may provide services such as pension consulting or municipal advisory work, typically for separate fees.
Is not active or affiliated with:
Bank
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Trust company
They provide trust and estate administration services, typically for separate fees.
Fund sponsor
They manage or sponsor investment funds and may earn management or performance-based fees if clients invest in them.
Series 63, Series 65
Hamel, IL
Abundance Advisors, Inc.
George Ellis is a financial advisor at Abundance Advisors, Inc. with 21 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Abundance Advisors since 2005. In addition to his advisory role, Ellis owns and operates GN Ellis Agency, providing life and health insurance products and protection planning for individuals and small businesses since 1984. Abundance Advisors offers asset-allocation investment advisory services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporations. The firm utilizes a strategic, model-based asset allocation process and provides discretionary portfolio management primarily through no-load mutual funds, variable annuities, and cash sweep vehicles.
Series 63, Series 66
Bethalto, IL
Legacy Wealth Planning
Anthony Erzen is a financial advisor at Legacy Wealth Planning with eight years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and previously worked at CarsonAllaria Wealth Management, Northwestern Mutual Investment Services, TD Ameritrade, SCOTTRADE, and Illinois American Water. Legacy Wealth Planning is an independent, fee-only investment adviser serving primarily individual and high-net-worth clients. The firm offers customized investment management, financial planning, and limited hourly consulting, employing Modern Portfolio Theory with a preference for passive funds while accommodating active and ESG options.
Series 63, Series 65
East Alton, IL
Genesis Wealth Management
William Kinkel is a financial advisor with Genesis Wealth Management Group, LLC in Alton, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing eight years of industry experience. He has worked as a sole proprietor since 2021 and has been employed with Ameren Missouri in operations management since 1981. Outside of his advisory role, Kinkel sells insurance products through his sole proprietorship. Genesis Wealth Management Group serves individual clients, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations with financial planning and portfolio management, offering discretionary and non-discretionary advisory services along with retirement plan consulting. The firm uses an IPS-driven process and combines in-house management, sub-advisors, and third-party platforms to tailor portfolios according to client objectives and risk tolerance.
Series 65
Bunker Hill, IL
Genesis Wealth Management
Jamie Payne is a Series 65-licensed advisor with Genesis Wealth Management Group, LLC, based in Alton, IL. He has three years of industry experience and has previously worked at Franklin & Vaughn, LLC. Genesis Wealth Management Group serves individual clients, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations with financial planning and portfolio management, offering discretionary and non-discretionary advisory services along with retirement plan consulting. The firm uses an IPS-driven process and a combination of in-house management, sub-advisors, and third-party platforms to tailor investment strategies to client objectives and risk profiles.
Series 63, Series 65
East Alton, IL
Genesis Wealth Management
Jon Payne is a financial advisor with Genesis Wealth Management Group, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 39 years of industry experience. He has been with Genesis Wealth Management Group since 2011 and has served on the Macoupin County Board since 2020. Outside of his advisory role, Payne is involved in insurance sales through his position as president of Genesis Financial Group, Inc. Genesis Wealth Management Group serves individual clients, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations with financial planning and portfolio management, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary advisory services. The firm employs an IPS-driven process and utilizes a combination of in-house management, sub-advisors, and third-party platforms to tailor investment strategies to client objectives and risk tolerances.
Series 63, Series 65
East Alton, IL
Genesis Wealth Management
Reid Mortensen is a financial advisor at Genesis Wealth Management Group, LLC with 14 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked with Genesis Wealth Management Group since 2011. Mortensen also operates as an independent insurance agent through Genesis Insurance & Financial Advisors, dedicating half of his professional time to this activity. Genesis Wealth Management Group serves individuals, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations with financial planning and portfolio management services. The firm employs an IPS-driven process and utilizes a combination of in-house management, sub-advisors, and third-party platforms to construct and monitor portfolios tailored to clients’ objectives and risk profiles.
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