Kelley Investments
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About
Kelley Investments provides discretionary and non-discretionary wealth management, financial planning, and pension consulting to individuals, high‑net‑worth clients, families, trusts and retirement plans. The firm manages roughly $238 million across about 216 client relationships and delivers ongoing portfolio management alongside standalone planning engagements.
Investment management is delivered through proprietary “Kelley Portfolio Strategies,” using equities, fixed income, ETFs, mutual funds and cash equivalents to pursue long‑term, risk‑adjusted total return; the brochure describes a growth‑at‑a‑reasonable‑price (GARP) style, focused/concentrated portfolios, and a buy‑and‑hold orientation with moderate turnover. Client objectives and risk tolerances are gathered via in‑person or telephone interviews, accounts are reviewed regularly (monthly with annual formal reviews), and the firm may allocate heavily to a single asset class when deemed appropriate.
The brochure highlights several operational features that are less common among peers: the firm requires custody and execution through Fidelity Brokerage Services/National Financial Services and does not permit directed brokerage, concentrating custody and trade execution relationships. It also discloses that some firm representatives have roles with a certified public accountancy firm and that the firm provides insurance reviews and risk‑management services as part of its wealth management offerings, with related conflicts of interest disclosed.
Client services
Expertise
Fee options
Up to 1.75% annually (negotiable; exact fee based on multiple factors including scope of services and assets under management)
Financial planning services independent of Wealth Management services range from $250 to $500 per hour, negotiable.
Account minimum: No minimum initial investment required (the Firm generally does not require a minimum initial investment to open an account).
Main office
Del Mar CA
Advisors at this office
4
Most active in
California · Iowa
Also doing business as
Kelley Investments · Kelley Investments, LLC · Kelley, Craig P
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Business activities & affiliations
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Insurance agent
They sell insurance products and may earn commissions on those sales.
Broker-dealer / trader
They provide brokerage services and may earn transaction-based compensation in addition to advisory fees.
Accountant / CPA / tax prep
They offer tax and accounting services, typically for separate fees.
Is not active or affiliated with:
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Bank
They're affiliated with a bank that may offer its own financial products and services.
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Trust company
They provide trust and estate administration services, typically for separate fees.
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Fund sponsor
They manage or sponsor investment funds and may earn management or performance-based fees if clients invest in them.
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Lawyer
They provide legal services, typically billed separately.
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Real estate agent
They facilitate real estate transactions and may earn commissions.
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Other specialized services
They may provide services such as pension consulting or municipal advisory work, typically for separate fees.
Advisors at this firm
Jason B
Series 65
Del Mar, CA
Kelley Investments
Jason Brustkern is a Series 65 licensed advisor with Kelley Investments in Del Mar, CA, where he has worked since 2026. He has over 25 years of experience, including a long-standing role with Scott & Cronin, LLP since 2001. Kelley Investments provides discretionary and non-discretionary wealth management, financial planning, and pension consulting to individuals, high-net-worth clients, families, trusts, and retirement plans. The firm manages approximately $238 million across roughly 216 client relationships, employing proprietary portfolio strategies focused on growth at a reasonable price with a buy-and-hold approach and moderate turnover.
Frank S
Series 66, Series 65
Del Mar, CA
Kelley Investments
Frank Scott is a financial advisor at Kelley Investments with 25 years of industry experience. He holds Series 66 and Series 65 designations and has been with Kelley Investments since 2006. Scott is also the owner of Scott & Cronin LLP, a CPA firm, and serves as an officer of the Baker Foundation, a charitable organization. Kelley Investments provides discretionary and non-discretionary wealth management, financial planning, and pension consulting to individuals, high-net-worth clients, families, trusts, and retirement plans. The firm manages approximately $238 million across about 216 client relationships, employing a growth-at-a-reasonable-price (GARP) investment approach with focused, concentrated portfolios and a buy-and-hold strategy.
Sean O
Series 63, Series 66, Series 65
Del Mar, CA
Kelley Investments
Sean Ohara is a financial advisor at Kelley Investments with 26 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63, Series 65, and Series 66 licenses and has been with Kelley Investments since 2000. Outside of his financial advisory work, he is a flight instructor. Kelley Investments provides discretionary and non-discretionary wealth management, financial planning, and pension consulting to individuals, families, trusts, and retirement plans. The firm manages approximately $238 million across about 216 client relationships, using proprietary portfolio strategies focused on growth at a reasonable price with a buy-and-hold approach.
Craig K
Series 63, Series 65
Del Mar, CA
Kelley Investments
Craig Kelley is a financial advisor at Kelley Investments with 40 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Kelley Investments since 1998, alongside a 15-year tenure at Ceros Financial Services. In addition to his advisory role, he is involved in insurance sales on a limited basis. Kelley Investments offers discretionary and non-discretionary wealth management, financial planning, and pension consulting to individuals, families, trusts, and retirement plans. The firm manages approximately $238 million across 216 client relationships using proprietary portfolio strategies focused on growth at a reasonable price through diversified equity and fixed income investments.
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