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Gail Lynn Van Nest

Advisor at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors — Edmond, OK

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Credentials

CFP®, ChFC®, Series 63, Series 65

Experience

24 years

Location

Edmond, OK

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Cambridge Investment Research Advisors

Institution

Total advisors

3,909

Across 2,200 offices

Clients per advisor

91 Typical

Avg AUM per client

$378,281 Low

HNW client ratio

13% Typical

About

Gail Van Nest is a CFP® and ChFC® with 24 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors since 2013. She is president of Bridgepoint Financial, focusing on insurance, benefits, and human resources, and also leads Bridgepoint Succession and Consulting as well as Bridgepoint Gap Consulting. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors is a large SEC-registered firm that offers financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan advisory services to a diverse client base, including individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, and trusts. The firm provides services through a network of independent financial professionals with flexible investment strategies and a range of custody and platform arrangements.

Client services

Based on Cambridge Investment Research Advisors

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

Expertise

Based on Cambridge Investment Research Advisors

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

Occupation focus

Based on Cambridge Investment Research Advisors

Self-Employed

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Fee options

Fixed

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

Percentage

$0 - $100,000: 1.50% $100,000 - $250,000: 1.25% $250,000+: 1.00%

Commissions

Financial Professionals acting as Registered Representatives receive commissions on securities and insurance sales

Project-based

Generally up to $500 per hour for financial planning and consulting services; up to $500 per hour for retirement plan advisory services

Subscriptions

Financial Wellness services paid by employer; flat or hourly fees per agreement

Other

Account minimum: $5,000 Minimum fee: Minimum WealthPort program fee of $250 annually for CAAP® and UMA accounts

Location

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Edmond, OK

Edmond OK

Advisors at this office

1

Most active in

Oklahoma · Texas

Work history

24 years of industry experience

CAMBRIDGE INVESTMENT RESEARCH Advisors, INC

2013 - Present • 13 years

Fairfield, IA

Cambridge Investment Research, Inc

2013 - Present • 13 years

Fairfield, IA

Mass Mutual Investors Services

2004 - 2013 • 9 years

Houston, TX

Osaic FA, Inc.

2002 - 2002 • 1 year

Houston, TX

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Business activities & affiliations

David O

CFP®, Series 66, EA

Oklahoma City, OK

L&S Private Wealth, LLC

David Ortiz, first and foremost, takes pride in his role as a loving husband to Kailey and a devoted father to Josie, Tobias, Millie, and Pennie. He's not only deeply connected to his family but also actively engaged within the vibrant Norman community, where he's committed to contributing to the flourishing landscape of Oklahoma. Most importantly, he is dedicated to a life following Jesus Christ and is currently a member with Antioch Community Church in Norman, OK. David is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER ®(CFP), Certified Exit Planning Advisor ®(CEPA), and IRS Enrolled Agent (EA). David is founder of the Oklahoma Exit Planning Society and is currently President of the organization. He is also a board member on the Central Oklahoma Financial Planning Association and an active member of the Oklahoma Estate Planning Council and Oklahoma Municipal Contractors Association. David's professional journey commenced in the oil and gas sector as a Petroleum Engineer, where he gained invaluable insights and expertise. However, his unwavering passion for Wealth Management led him to pivot his career towards financial services, a transition that found him at Arvest Bank. With a commitment to delivering nothing short of excellence and an acute understanding of the diverse needs of families, David provided exceptional financial services for several years. This dedicated period equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of the intricacies of wealth management. Upon realization of the need for Succession and Exit planning for business owners, David started his own firm to provide a boutique approach to these problems. After some time, David joined Legacy and Succession to continue to help business owners solve complex problems in their business and in their personal wealth. David leads efforts on the Succession Planning, Tax Strategy, and Multi Family Office wealth management services at Legacy and Succession. David's overarching focus is to help business owners grow to give and save to serve.

Business exit / sale strategy Trust structures (GRAT, IDGT, revocable) Multi-generational wealth transfer Charitable giving & philanthropy Business sale tax planning Founder/Business Owner Gen X (Born 1965-1980) Christian Faith Based
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Dirk C

CFP®, Series 66

Edmond, OK

CWM, LLC

Dirk is a dedicated Wealth Advisor with a passion for empowering individuals and families work towards achieving their financial goals through a thoughtful, values- and goals-based planning approach—anchored in an evidence-based investing philosophy. Originally from South Africa, Dirk’s international background allows him to appreciate the wide range of beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors that influence financial decision-making. This global perspective enables him to craft personalized strategies that align closely with each client’s unique values and life vision. Dirk earned his degree in Accounting from the University of Stellenbosch, a leading institution in South Africa. He is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional and an active member of the Financial Planning Association (FPA). Residing in Oklahoma, Dirk, his beloved wife Randee, and their son, Abraham find their haven amidst the tranquil beauty of nature. Amidst his professional dedication, Dirk finds solace in nurturing his passions for golf, scuba diving, fly fishing, and the thrill of exploring new destinations.

Roth conversion strategy Social Security optimization Medicare planning Income planning Retirement income strategy Retired Doctor or Medical Professional Retired Young Professionals
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Corey K

Series 66

Edmond, OK

Entrust Parable Capital, LLC

Corey Kenedy is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with 17 years of industry experience. He has been the sole advisor at Entrust Parable Capital, LLC since 2014. Entrust Parable Capital is an independent registered investment adviser that offers discretionary and non-discretionary investment management along with comprehensive wealth management and consulting services to individuals, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, corporations, and other business entities. The firm uses a combination of fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis to build tailored portfolios that may include mutual funds, ETFs, individual securities, privately placed investments, and options.

Charitable giving & philanthropy Options & derivatives strategies Private / alternative investments
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Larry B

Series 65

Nichols Hills, OK

Valendo Private Asset Management, Inc.

Larry Bradley is the sole advisor at Valendo Private Asset Management, Inc., an independent firm he has led since 2005. He holds a Series 65 designation and has 21 years of industry experience. Prior to founding Valendo, his background includes a professional career outside finance. Valendo Private Asset Management provides discretionary portfolio management primarily to individual investors and retirement accounts, managing approximately $38 million. The firm employs a concentrated, fundamentally driven value-investing strategy, targeting securities trading at significant discounts to intrinsic value and utilizing a range of instruments including options and futures when appropriate.

Active portfolio management Concentrated stock management
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Jordan S

CFP®, Series 66

Edmond, OK

VOX Financial Planning

Jordan Spencer is a CFP® professional with six years of industry experience, currently serving as the sole advisor at VOX Financial Planning. He has previously worked with Mass Mutual Investors Services and MassMutual Life Insurance Company and is employed by Magellan Federal as a Financial Counselor providing financial education to National Guard members. During tax season, he also assists in preparing tax returns. VOX Financial Planning offers fee-only financial planning and investment management services to individuals and families, focusing on passive investment strategies such as ETFs and no-load mutual funds. The firm charges fixed annual and review fees rather than a percentage of assets and delegates investment management to a third-party Sub-Advisor while maintaining client oversight.

General retirement planning General tax planning Cash flow / budgeting
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Rustin C

Series 65

Edmond, OK

Render Financial, LLC

Rustin Cavel is a financial advisor at Render Financial, LLC in Edmond, OK, holding a Series 65 credential with one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Coast Finance, Inc. and several companies across finance and technology sectors. Render Financial serves individual investors, high-net-worth individuals, families, retirees, and small businesses with personalized financial planning, portfolio management, and discretionary wealth management. The firm also provides non-advisory tax preparation, bookkeeping, and business consulting services, focusing on digital content creators and service-based digital entrepreneurs with a largely passive, strategic investment approach.

Wealth management Cash flow / budgeting Founder/Business Owner
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