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Eric Adam Rahlfs

Advisor at Raymond James Financial — Carmi, IL

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Credentials

Series 66

Experience

17 years

Location

Carmi, IL 62821

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Raymond James Financial

Institution

Total advisors

6,485

Across 2,974 offices

Clients per advisor

76 Low

Avg AUM per client

$700,796 Very High

HNW client ratio

19% Typical

About

Eric Rahlfs is a financial advisor with Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. in Carmi, Illinois, holding a Series 66 designation and 17 years of industry experience. He has worked at First Mid Bank & Trust since 2015 and serves as an officer and treasurer on the board of the Carmi Elks Club, where he participates in community activities and financial oversight. Additionally, he acts as an ambassador for Blackstone Products, creating cooking-related social media content. Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. provides comprehensive financial planning and investment consulting to individual, high-net-worth, institutional, and nonprofit clients. The firm offers tailored, non-discretionary advisory services supported by advanced analytical tools and maintains unique affiliations in municipal advising and specialized employer retirement programs.

Client services

Based on Raymond James Financial

Financial planning Portfolio management Pension consulting Selection of other advisers Educational seminars or workshops Hourly & fixed rate consultations

Expertise

Based on Raymond James Financial

Wealth management Tax strategies for small businesses Business succession planning General estate planning guidance

Occupation focus

Based on Raymond James Financial

Founder/Business Owner Executive

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Fee options

Fixed

Fixed (flat) dollar fees for planning services offered.

Commissions

Commissions may be charged for transaction-related services through affiliated broker-dealer RJFS; also receive commissions as insurance agent for insurance services.

Project-based

Hourly fees for planning and/or investment consultation services generally up to $400 per hour.

Other

Fee-only: Hourly fees up to $400 per hour; fixed (flat) dollar fees also offered; percentage of assets under advisement fees not to exceed 2.25% annually for investment consulting services; fees negotiable.

Location

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Carmi, IL

116 West Main Street

Carmi IL 62821

Advisors at this office

1

Most active in

Illinois · Texas

Work history

17 years of industry experience

First Mid Bank & Trust

2015 - Present • 11 years

Carmi, IL

Raymond James Financial Services Advisors INC.

2015 - Present • 11 years

Carmi, IL

Raymond James Financial Services, inc.

2015 - Present • 11 years

Carmi, IL

First Mid-Illinois Bank

2015 - 2019 • 4 years

Carmi, IL

LPL Financial

2009 - 2015 • 6 years

Invest Financial Corporation

2009 - 2009 • 1 year

Carbondale, IL

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Business activities & affiliations

David D

CFP®

Mount Vernon, IN

The Other 90 Financial, LLC

David Dodd, CFP®, CKA®, specializes in guiding Christians over the age of 50 towards two main goals: To Retire Successfully and Steward Well. As both a Certified Kingdom Advisor™ and a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, David ensures your financial strategies reflect your Christian values and aim for the best return on your life. Based in Mount Vernon, IN, David Dodd Financial Planning serves clients in the Evansville area, Southern Illinois, and virtually nationwide. Our Services Include: • Retirement Income and Investment Management • Tax, Insurance, and Estate Planning • Social Security and Medicare Education • Charitable Giving Strategies David operates on a unique transparent FLAT FEE basis, eliminating conflicts of interest typical in percentage-based fees. This approach ensures his advice serves your best interests, fostering wealth growth without increasing fees. Unlike traditional fee-only advisors, we don't charge a percentage of the assets we manage, thereby avoiding incentives to take unnecessary risks or discourage prudent financial actions. Experience Our Services With a Free Retirement Assessment: Start with a no-obligation 20-minute call to determine compatibility, followed by a discovery meeting to outline your goals. The process concludes with a personalized • Retirement Assessment addressing: 1. Retirement readiness 2. Tax reduction strategies 3. Investment improvements David is committed to building lasting relationships and guiding clients toward a rewarding retirement, aligning with Matthew 25:21, "…Well done, good and faithful servant... Enter into the joy of your master." Disclosure: The Other 90 Financial, LLC is registered in Indiana and Illinois. This material is for informational purposes only and does not constitute tax, legal, or accounting advice.

General retirement planning General tax planning Founder/Business Owner Executive Christian Faith Based Baby Boomers (Born 1946-1964)
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Steven S

Series 63, Series 65

Carmi, IL

Stonex Advisors Inc.

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ESG / Sustainable investing
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Daniel C

CFP®, Series 66

Mt Vernon, IN

Edward Jones

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Donna B

Series 66

Mt Vernon, IN

Edward Jones

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Wealth management Tax-loss harvesting Multi-generational wealth transfer Retired Founder/Business Owner Executive
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David H

Series 63, Series 66

Norris City, IL

LPL Financial

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College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.)

Kaylee A

Series 66

Carmi, IL

Edward Jones

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General estate planning guidance Multi-generational wealth transfer Retirement income strategy Wealth management Retired Founder/Business Owner Executive
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