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ESI Financial Advisors

Enterprise

Firm-wide stats for ESI Financial Advisors

Total advisors

508

Across 161 offices

Clients per advisor

23 Very Low

Avg AUM per client

$221,971 Very Low

HNW client ratio

26% High

About

Equity Services, Inc., doing business as ESI Financial Advisors, provides financial planning, consulting and asset management to individuals, corporations, trusts, estates, charitable organizations and employer retirement plans. The firm is dually registered as a broker‑dealer and an SEC‑registered investment adviser and makes advisory programs available through a network of investment adviser representatives.

EFA offers multiple advisory platforms and frequently uses third‑party asset managers and model portfolios (including Fidelity FIWA-based Illuminations, American Funds retirement solutions, AssetMark, Saratoga, Schwab Retirement Advisor Services, and SEI), combining predominantly long‑term strategies with the option for shorter‑term trading and specialized instruments. Many client programs require client authorization for trading or are managed on a non‑discretionary basis — as of 12/31/2025 the firm reported roughly $1.6 billion in non‑discretionary assets versus $1.1 billion in discretionary assets — while other programs grant discretionary authority to third‑party managers.

Compared with many large advisers, EFA’s broker‑dealer activities and affiliated insurance relationships create a meaningful commission and revenue‑sharing component to its business: the firm sells affiliated and unaffiliated mutual funds, annuities and other products, receives commissions and 12b‑1 fees, and receives payments from Strategic Partners and product sponsors. The firm also disclosed and settled an SEC matter in 2019 related to mutual fund share class selection, reflecting the operational overlap between its advisory and brokerage activities.

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Expertise

Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Options & derivatives strategies Income planning

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Occupation focus

Founder/Business Owner Retired Executive

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Location

15445 Dallas Parkway, Suite 800

Addison TX 75001

Advisors at this office

14

Advisors at this office

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Darrell A

ChFC®, Series 63, Series 65

Addison, TX

Equity Services, inc.

Darrell Amsden is a financial advisor with Equity Services, Inc. who holds the ChFC® designation along with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. He has 38 years of industry experience and has been with Equity Services and National Life Group since 2014. Besides his advisory role, he is registered as a life insurance sales agent and also acts as power of attorney for family members under specific circumstances. Equity Services, Inc., operating as ESI Financial Advisors, provides financial planning, consulting, and asset management services to individuals, corporations, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employer retirement plans. The firm offers multiple advisory platforms combining long-term strategies with options for shorter-term trading and employs a network of investment adviser representatives to deliver its services.

Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Options & derivatives strategies Income planning Founder/Business Owner Retired Executive
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Samuel K

Series 63, Series 65

Addison, TX

Equity Services, inc.

Samuel Keenan is a financial advisor at Equity Services, Inc. with five years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Equity Services since 2020, as well as National Life Group since 2018, following a two-year tenure at Branch Banking and Trust Company. Equity Services, Inc., operating as ESI Financial Advisors, provides financial planning, consulting, and asset management to individuals, corporations, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employer retirement plans. The firm offers multiple advisory platforms that combine long-term strategies with options for shorter-term trading and specialized instruments, delivering services through a network of investment adviser representatives.

Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Options & derivatives strategies Income planning Founder/Business Owner Retired Executive
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Samir A

Series 63, Series 65

Addison, TX

Equity Services, inc.

Samir Abdullah is a financial advisor with Equity Services, Inc. in Addison, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 16 years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at National Life Group, Mutual of Omaha, Transamerica Agency Network, and Mass Mutual. Outside of advising, he is involved in aircraft ownership and manages several business ventures related to real estate and financial services. Equity Services, Inc., doing business as ESI Financial Advisors, provides financial planning, consulting, and asset management to a range of clients including individuals, corporations, and charitable organizations. The firm offers multiple advisory platforms and combines long-term investment strategies with options for shorter-term trading, utilizing third-party asset managers and model portfolios.

Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Options & derivatives strategies Income planning Founder/Business Owner Retired Executive
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Stephen M

Series 63, Series 65

Addison, TX

Equity Services, inc.

Stephen Mathiason is a financial advisor at Equity Services, Inc. with 36 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at firms including National Life Group and Ameritas Life Insurance. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as commissioner of the Gulf Coast Lacrosse Association, organizing teams and scheduling games. Equity Services, Inc., operating as ESI Financial Advisors, provides financial planning, consulting, and asset management services to individuals, corporations, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employer retirement plans. The firm offers multiple advisory platforms and utilizes a mix of long-term strategies and specialized instruments through third-party asset managers and model portfolios.

Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Options & derivatives strategies Income planning Founder/Business Owner Retired Executive
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Brian N

Series 63, Series 66

Addison, TX

Equity Services, inc.

Brian Neal is a financial advisor with Equity Services, Inc. holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has 10 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at National Life Group, Charles Schwab, TD Ameritrade, and Scottrade. Outside of his advisory work, Neal provides independent strengths-based coaching focused on personal development and leadership skills. Equity Services, Inc., operating as ESI Financial Advisors, offers financial planning, consulting, and asset management to individuals, corporations, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employer retirement plans. The firm employs multiple advisory platforms, often utilizing third-party asset managers and model portfolios that combine long-term strategies with options for shorter-term trading.

Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Options & derivatives strategies Income planning Founder/Business Owner Retired Executive
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Christopher S

Series 63, Series 65

Addison, TX

Equity Services, inc.

Christopher Stark is a financial advisor with Equity Services, Inc. and holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations. He has five years of industry experience, having worked previously at Knights of Columbus Asset Advisors LLC and Knights of Columbus Insurance. Stark is also active as an insurance agent with Texas National Financial Group. Equity Services, Inc., operating as ESI Financial Advisors, provides financial planning, consulting, and asset management to individuals, corporations, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employer retirement plans. The firm combines long-term investment strategies with options for shorter-term trading and offers access to multiple advisory platforms and third-party asset managers.

Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Options & derivatives strategies Income planning Founder/Business Owner Retired Executive
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Chase P

Series 63, Series 65

Addison, TX

Equity Services, inc.

Chase Petter is a financial advisor with Equity Services, Inc. in Addison, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials. He has one year of industry experience and previously worked with National Life Group and Cetera Advisor Networks. In addition to his advisory role, he is active as an insurance agent with multiple firms. Equity Services, Inc., operating as ESI Financial Advisors, provides financial planning, consulting, and asset management services to a diverse client base including individuals, corporations, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employer retirement plans. The firm offers multiple advisory platforms, often utilizing third-party asset managers and model portfolios, with a combination of long-term strategies and options for shorter-term trading.

Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Options & derivatives strategies Income planning Founder/Business Owner Retired Executive
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Timothy B

Series 65

Addison, TX

Equity Services, inc.

Timothy Bradford is a financial advisor at Equity Services, Inc. with one year of industry experience. He holds the Series 65 designation and previously worked at National Life Group and Knights of Columbus. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved as an insurance agent and managing director with Texas National Financial Group. Equity Services, Inc., operating as ESI Financial Advisors, provides financial planning, consulting, and asset management services to individuals, corporations, and various institutional clients. The firm offers multiple advisory platforms combining long-term strategies with options for shorter-term trading and uses third-party asset managers across a broad client base.

Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Options & derivatives strategies Income planning Founder/Business Owner Retired Executive
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Jacob M

Series 66

Addison, TX

Equity Services, inc.

Jacob Marley is a Series 66 credentialed financial advisor with 25 years of industry experience. He is currently with Equity Services, Inc. and National Life Group, having worked at both firms since 2015. Outside of his advisory work, he is a partner in an ice vending business run with his father. Equity Services, Inc., doing business as ESI Financial Advisors, provides financial planning, consulting, and asset management services to individuals, corporations, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employer retirement plans. The firm offers multiple advisory platforms and frequently utilizes third-party asset managers and model portfolios, combining long-term strategies with options for shorter-term trading and specialized instruments.

Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Options & derivatives strategies Income planning Founder/Business Owner Retired Executive
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Bryan B

Series 63, Series 65

Addison, TX

Equity Services, inc.

Bryan Blake is a financial advisor with Equity Services, Inc. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 14 years of industry experience. He has worked at National Life Group and Equity Services, Inc. since 2013. Equity Services, Inc., operating as ESI Financial Advisors, provides financial planning, consulting, and asset management to individuals, corporations, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employer retirement plans. The firm offers multiple advisory platforms and utilizes a blend of third-party asset managers and model portfolios, combining long-term strategies with options for shorter-term trading.

Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Options & derivatives strategies Income planning Founder/Business Owner Retired Executive
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Melissa R

ChFC®, Series 63

Addison, TX

Equity Services, inc.

Melissa Raymer is a financial advisor with Equity Services, Inc. holding the ChFC® designation and Series 63 license, bringing 13 years of industry experience. Her career includes roles at National Life Group, Eagle Strategies (NY Life), and New York Life Insurance Company. She serves as a board member and field coordinator for the North Texas Women's Soccer Association and is on the advisory board for FC Dallas season ticket members. Equity Services, Inc., operating as ESI Financial Advisors, provides financial planning, consulting, and asset management services to individuals, corporations, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employer retirement plans. The firm offers multiple advisory platforms and employs a mix of long-term strategies and specialized instruments, with both discretionary and non-discretionary management options.

Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Options & derivatives strategies Income planning Founder/Business Owner Retired Executive
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Brandon F

Series 66

Addison, TX

Equity Services, inc.

Brandon Falkquay is a financial advisor with Equity Services, Inc. He holds a Series 66 designation and has two years of industry experience, including roles at Fidelity Investments, Robinhood Markets, and National Life Group. His background also includes academic affiliations with Southern Methodist University and Morehouse College. Equity Services, Inc., operating as ESI Financial Advisors, provides financial planning, consulting, and asset management services to individuals, corporations, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employer retirement plans. The firm employs multiple advisory platforms and third-party asset managers, offering a mix of long-term investment strategies and options for shorter-term trading.

Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Options & derivatives strategies Income planning Founder/Business Owner Retired Executive
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Jared V

Series 66

Addison, TX

Equity Services, inc.

Jared Vachon is a financial advisor at Equity Services, Inc. with four years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Commonwealth Financial Network and Home Loan Investment Bank. Equity Services, Inc., operating as ESI Financial Advisors, provides financial planning, consulting, and asset management to individuals, corporations, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employer retirement plans. The firm offers multiple advisory platforms, frequently using third-party asset managers and model portfolios, blending long-term strategies with options for shorter-term trading and specialized instruments.

Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Options & derivatives strategies Income planning Founder/Business Owner Retired Executive
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Robert F

Series 63, Series 66

Addison, TX

Equity Services, inc.

Robert Franklin is a financial advisor at Equity Services, Inc. with 26 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has previously worked at firms including Kestra Advisory and Sanders Morris LLC. Equity Services, Inc., operating as ESI Financial Advisors, provides financial planning, consulting, and asset management services to individuals, corporations, trusts, estates, charitable organizations, and employer retirement plans. The firm offers multiple advisory platforms that incorporate third-party asset managers and model portfolios, blending long-term strategies with options for shorter-term trading and specialized instruments.

Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Options & derivatives strategies Income planning Founder/Business Owner Retired Executive
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