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First Citizens Investor Services, Inc.

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Client AUM

$2,605,635,211

Clients

7,563

Advisors

325

across 83 offices

About

First Citizens Investor Services, Inc. serves individuals (including high‑net‑worth clients), pension and profit‑sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate/business entities, delivering advisory and brokerage services through IARs and third‑party Portfolio Managers. Its offerings include portfolio management (UMAs and SMAs), wrap programs, model portfolios, a Guided Investing automated platform, Tax Aware services, and financial planning.

The firm’s client process centers on IAR‑led assessments of financial needs, risk tolerance, and time horizon, applying fundamental, quantitative, and technical analysis to allocate among equities, fixed income, mutual funds, and ETFs. As of December 31, 2025, FCIS reported $2,626,080,185 in client assets—approximately $2,622,926,802 held in non‑discretionary accounts and $3,153,383 in discretionary accounts—reflecting a predominance of non‑discretionary client arrangements; an Investment Products Committee conducts due diligence and ongoing reviews of designated Portfolio Managers.

Noteworthy distinctions include the firm’s reliance on percentage‑of‑AUM and wrap fee structures rather than fixed‑fee arrangements, and a limited “Representative as Portfolio Manager” option available only to select IARs. FCIS is dually registered and affiliated with First Citizens Bank and related advisers, has implemented remediation of a prior SEC matter by crediting 12b‑1 fees back to clients since 2016, and offers optional tax transition and tax‑loss harvesting services (tax transition planning can extend up to several years).

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Percentage

$0 - $100,000: 1.30% $100,001 - $250,000: 1.20% $250,001 - $500,000: 1.05% $500,001 - $1,000,000: 0.90% $1,000,001+: 0.85%

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Account minimum: $25,000

Main office

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8540 Colonnade Center Drive

Raleigh NC 27615

Advisors at this office

52

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Also doing business as

First Citizens Investor Services, Inc. · First Citizens Wealth

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Advisors at this firm

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Quinton H

Series 63, Series 65

Lancaster, SC

First Citizens Investor Services, Inc.

Quinton Huntley is a financial advisor with First Citizens Investor Services, Inc., holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and one year of industry experience. His work history includes roles at First Citizens Bank and entrepreneurial experience with Good News Lawn Care. First Citizens Investor Services, Inc. serves individuals, including high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate entities. The firm offers advisory and brokerage services through various portfolio management options and financial planning, using a client process based on thorough assessments and diversified investment strategies.

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Eddie D

Series 63, Series 65

Raleigh, NC

First Citizens Investor Services, Inc.

Eddie Dubose is a financial advisor at First Citizens Investor Services, Inc. in Raleigh, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses with three years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at UBS Securities LLC and Fidelity Investments. He also served in the Army National Guard for six years and has experience working in healthcare and customer service sectors. First Citizens Investor Services, Inc. provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, and corporate entities. The firm offers portfolio management, wrap programs, model portfolios, and financial planning, focusing on IAR-led assessments and a combination of fundamental, quantitative, and technical analyses to guide client investments.

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Richard K

CFP®, Series 66

Atlanta, GA

First Citizens Investor Services, Inc.

Richard Kidwell is a CFP® professional with 21 years of industry experience, currently serving at First Citizens Investor Services, Inc. in Atlanta, GA. His career includes over a decade with BB&T and its affiliated entities before joining First Citizens, where he has worked since 2020. First Citizens Investor Services, Inc. provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate entities. The firm employs a range of investment approaches, including portfolio management, model portfolios, and automated platforms, focusing on IAR-led assessments to determine client needs and risk tolerance.

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John L

CFP®, Series 63, Series 65

Raleigh, NC

First Citizens Investor Services, Inc.

John Liddicoat is a CFP® with over 32 years of experience in the financial services industry. He has been with First Citizens Investor Services, Inc. since 2017 and previously worked at Saybrus Equity Services, Inc. and Saybrus Partners. Outside of his advisory work, he operates a personal farm where he grows hay and is developing a truffle business. First Citizens Investor Services, Inc. serves a diverse client base including individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, and businesses, offering advisory and brokerage services with a focus on portfolio management, financial planning, and tax-aware strategies. The firm emphasizes IAR-led client assessments and a combination of fundamental, quantitative, and technical analysis to manage investments.

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Brandon J

Series 66

Charlotte, NC

First Citizens Investor Services, Inc.

Brandon Johnson is a financial advisor with First Citizens Investor Services, Inc. He holds a Series 66 designation and has 13 years of industry experience. His prior work history includes multiple roles at Wells Fargo Clearing and First Citizens Bank. First Citizens Investor Services, Inc. provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate entities. The firm uses a client-centered process involving financial needs assessments and applies fundamental, quantitative, and technical analysis to portfolio allocation across various investment types.

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Henry S

Series 63, Series 66

Raleigh, NC

First Citizens Investor Services, Inc.

Henry Stotz is a financial advisor with First Citizens Investor Services, Inc. in Raleigh, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and two years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles in automotive sales and financial services, and he volunteers with FINADDICTS LLC, a local fishing apparel brand. First Citizens Investor Services serves individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, and corporate clients, offering advisory and brokerage services with a client process focused on assessing financial needs and using fundamental, quantitative, and technical analysis across various investment vehicles.

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Katie P

CFP®, Series 66

Raleigh, NC

First Citizens Investor Services, Inc.

Katie Peeden is a CFP® professional with 11 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with First Citizens Investor Services, Inc. in Raleigh, NC. Her career includes positions at Fidelity Personal and Workplace Advisors and Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC before joining First Citizens Bank and its investor services division in 2021. First Citizens Investor Services, Inc. provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, including high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm uses a client-focused process to assess financial needs and risk tolerance, employing a range of investment analyses to manage portfolios across various asset classes.

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Miranda S

Series 63, Series 66

Greenville, NC

First Citizens Investor Services, Inc.

Miranda Shelp is a financial advisor at First Citizens Investor Services, Inc. in Greenville, NC, with eight years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has previously worked at B B & T Bank. In addition to her advisory role, she has been involved with Pitt Community College since 2022. First Citizens Investor Services, Inc. provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm employs a client-focused process led by investment advisor representatives, offering a range of portfolio management options, including automated and tax-aware services.

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Vernon R

Series 63, Series 65, Series 66

Raleigh, NC

First Citizens Investor Services, Inc.

Vernon Russ is a financial advisor with First Citizens Investor Services, Inc. in Raleigh, NC, holding Series 63, 65, and 66 licenses and nine years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at First Citizens Asset Management, MML Investors Services, Mass Mutual Life Insurance Company, and New York Life Insurance Company. Outside of finance, he was involved with The Curious Kitchen from 2015 to 2019. First Citizens Investor Services, Inc. provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate entities. The firm employs a client-centered process integrating fundamental, quantitative, and technical analysis to manage portfolios through various programs, including UMAs, SMAs, and a Guided Investing platform.

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Ashley F

Series 63, Series 66

Charlotte, NC

First Citizens Investor Services, Inc.

Ashley Fowler is a financial advisor at First Citizens Investor Services, Inc. in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials with eight years of industry experience. She has been with First Citizens Investor Services since 2017 and previously worked at First Citizens Bank from 2015 to 2018. First Citizens Investor Services, Inc. offers advisory and brokerage services to individuals, including high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate entities. The firm employs a client process focused on financial needs assessment and risk tolerance, utilizing a range of investment strategies across equities, fixed income, mutual funds, and ETFs.

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Katherine S

Series 63, Series 66

Columbia, SC

First Citizens Investor Services, Inc.

Katherine Stewart is a financial advisor with First Citizens Investor Services, Inc. in Columbia, SC, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 14 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at LPL Financial, LLC and CUNA Brokerage Services, Inc., spanning over a decade. First Citizens Investor Services, Inc. provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate entities. The firm’s approach involves IAR-led assessments and employs a mix of fundamental, quantitative, and technical analysis across various investment products, including portfolio management and tax-aware services.

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David D

Series 66

Sumter, SC

First Citizens Investor Services, Inc.

David Durham is a financial advisor with First Citizens Investor Services, Inc. in Sumter, SC, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing eight years of industry experience. He has been affiliated with First Citizens since 1998 in various roles. Outside of his advisory work, Durham serves as president of the Sumter Partnership of USC Educational Foundation and holds board positions with Sumter United Way and a local homeowners association. First Citizens Investor Services, Inc. provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm offers portfolio management, financial planning, and tax-aware services, utilizing a client-centered process that combines fundamental, quantitative, and technical analysis.

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Michael M

Series 66

Raleigh, NC

First Citizens Investor Services, Inc.

Michael Mordecai is a financial advisor at First Citizens Investor Services, Inc. in Raleigh, NC, holding a Series 66 designation with eight years of industry experience. His prior experience includes three years at Edward Jones and four years at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. First Citizens Investor Services, Inc. provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, pension and profit-sharing plans, charitable organizations, and corporate entities. The firm employs IAR-led financial assessments and a combination of fundamental, quantitative, and technical analysis to manage portfolios across various asset classes.

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Alexander T

Series 63, Series 65

Charlotte, NC

First Citizens Investor Services, Inc.

Alexander Talley is a financial advisor with First Citizens Investor Services, Inc. based in Charlotte, NC, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and eight years of industry experience. His career includes multiple roles within First Citizens Bank and First Citizens Investor Services, as well as experience at UNC Charlotte. First Citizens Investor Services, Inc. serves a diverse client base, including individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, and corporate entities. The firm offers advisory and brokerage services with a focus on comprehensive client assessments and portfolio management that utilizes fundamental, quantitative, and technical analysis.

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Karsten M

Series 66

Moorhead, MN

First Citizens Investor Services, Inc.

Karsten Melgaard is a financial advisor with First Citizens Investor Services, Inc. in Moorhead, MN, holding a Series 66 designation and 19 years of industry experience. He has worked at First Citizens Bank and First Citizens Investor Services since 2026 and previously held roles at LPL Financial and Bank of the West. Melgaard is also a notary for the State of Minnesota. First Citizens Investor Services, Inc. provides advisory and brokerage services to individuals, pension plans, charitable organizations, and businesses. The firm employs a client process focused on assessing financial needs and risk tolerance, utilizing fundamental, quantitative, and technical analysis to manage portfolios across various asset classes.

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