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Christopher Brian Vaccaro

Advisor at Ameritas Advisory Services, LLC — Irvine, CA Michelson Dr

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Credentials

Series 63, Series 65

Experience

36 years

Location

Irvine, CA 92612

Ameritas Advisory Services, LLC logo

Ameritas Advisory Services, LLC

Enterprise

Total advisors

549

Across 275 offices

Clients per advisor

53 Low

Avg AUM per client

$448,118 Typical

HNW client ratio

3% Low

About

Christopher Vaccaro is a financial advisor with Ameritas Advisory Services, LLC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 35 years of industry experience. He has been affiliated with Ameritas entities since 2006 and has operated Capstone Financial Group since 1989, where he also serves as president of Capstone Financial Resources, Inc. In addition to advisory work, he is a licensed independent insurance agent specializing in fixed insurance products, life and disability insurance, and medical and dental insurance for business clients. Ameritas Advisory Services, LLC provides investment advisory and financial planning services to individuals, charitable and corporate entities, and retirement plans. The firm offers fee-based asset management, retirement-plan advisory, and fiduciary services, utilizing model portfolios, third-party sub-advisers, and custom strategies, with a focus on plan sponsors and participants.

Client services

Based on Ameritas Advisory Services, LLC

Financial planning Portfolio management Pension consulting Selection of other advisers Educational seminars or workshops

Expertise

Based on Ameritas Advisory Services, LLC

Annuities Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Retirement income strategy Wealth management

Occupation focus

Based on Ameritas Advisory Services, LLC

Founder/Business Owner Retired

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Fee options

Fixed

Flat fees for financial planning and consulting services, typically collected 50% in advance and 50% upon delivery

Percentage

$0 - $250,000: Up to 2.00% $250,001 - $500,000: Up to 1.75% $500,001 - $750,000: Up to 1.50% $750,001 - $1,000,000: Up to 1.25% $1,000,001 - $3,000,000: Up to 1.00% $3,000,001+: Negotiable or as low as 0.75% depending on program

Commissions

Commission-based compensation may apply for variable insurance products sold through affiliated broker-dealer AIC

Project-based

Hourly financial planning fees up to $500/hour

Other

Account minimum: Varies by program; see specific program minimums below Minimum fee: Minimum annual program fees such as $40 or $50 depending on program Fee-only: Financial planning and consulting fees charged as hourly fees up to $500/hour or flat fees; one-time or ongoing basis

Location

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Irvine, CA Michelson Dr

3333 Michelson Dr

Irvine CA 92612

Advisors at this office

1

Most active in

California · Texas

Work history

36 years of industry experience

Ameritas Advisory Services, LLC

2021 - Present • 5 years

Lincoln, NE

Ameritas Life Insurance Company

2006 - Present • 20 years

Lincoln, NE

Ameritas Investment Company, LLC

2006 - Present • 20 years

Lincoln, NE

Capstone Financial Resources, Inc

2005 - Present • 21 years

Folsom, CA

Capstone Financial Group

1989 - Present • 37 years

Folsom, CA

Disclosures

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Series 66

Lake Forest, CA

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Series 65

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Trey C

CFP®, ChFC®, Series 7, Series 66

Anaheim, CA

Chatterton & Associates

Before we ever talk about financial planning, my team and I want to genuinely understand and deeply care about your life. Not just your accounts, taxes, or investments, but what those things are meant to protect. Your family.
 Your business.
 Your future.
 Your peace of mind.
 The people who depend on you. Our most important responsibility as a team is to listen, understand what matters most, and deeply care about your situation, because it truly matters. Once we fully understand what you are carrying, what you are trying to protect, and what you want your money to make possible, we then help turn that understanding into a clear plan. As a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® at Chatterton & Associates, my goal is simple, to give business owners and retirees a clear plan that keeps you one step ahead so you pay as little taxes as you legally have to, avoid costly mistakes, and are covered if something unexpected comes up. At our firm, wealth, tax, and estate all work together under one roof. I work directly with our CPAs, EAs, and attorneys to help keep your plan aligned and save you money. Qualified wealth clients also receive tax service credits through our firm, which often cover most or all of their tax services. I focus on making financial planning clear and easy to follow. I help clients understand their investments, reduce taxes owed, improve cash flow, and prepare for major transitions like retirement or selling a business. As a CFP® professional, I put my clients’ interests first. I take time to understand your goals and build tailored plans you can act on. I help my clients stay clear on where they stand, what to do next, and why it matters so they can move forward with confidence. Robert Chatterton III is a registered representative with, and securities offered through Osaic Wealth, Inc. member FINRA/SIPC. Advisory services are offered through Chatterton and Associates, a registered investment advisor. For hyperlinks to FINRA and SIPC, please refer to 'See Contact Info' section above. Third party posts found on this profile do not reflect the views of Chatterton and Associates and have not been reviewed by Chatterton and Associates as to accuracy or completeness. The financial professionals associated with Chatterton and Associates may discuss and/or transact business only with residents of the states in which they are properly registered or licensed. No offers may be made or accepted from any resident of any other state. Please visit website for disclosures: https://chattertoninc.com/disclaimer

Wealth management General tax planning General retirement planning General estate planning guidance Income planning Retired Founder/Business Owner Executive Doctor or Medical Professional Engineering Professional Approaching retirement Retired Established Professionals Gen X (Born 1965-1980) Baby Boomers (Born 1946-1964)
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Series 66, Series 7

Irvine, CA

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Wealth management Annuities Tax-loss harvesting Passive / index investing Active portfolio management Founder/Business Owner Retired Self-Employed Military & Veterans Professional Athlete Approaching retirement Baby Boomers (Born 1946-1964) HENRY (High Earners, Not Rich Yet) Young Professionals Established Professionals
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Nelson W

Series 65

Los Alamitos, CA

Open Square Capital, LLC

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Active portfolio management Concentrated stock management Wealth management
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Gary M

CFP®, Series 63, Series 65

Laguna Niguel, CA

Trusted Financial Advisors

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