Estero, FL Office

Richard Oaster is a CFP® professional with 29 years of industry experience, currently affiliated with LPL Financial since 2019. His prior work includes ten years at Ameriprise Financial Services and one year at Ensemble Financial Services. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with Rollerkoaster Aviation LLC and holds a notary commission in the State of New York. LPL Financial is a national broker‑dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers comprehensive financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supporting advisors with a range of strategic and tactical investment options.

James Cassa is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Estero, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and bringing 30 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Citigroup Global Markets for five years before joining LPL Financial in 2009. Outside of advisory work, he provides continuing professional education credits to CPAs through licensed training events. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of services including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supporting advisors with research tools while managing over $819 billion in discretionary assets.

Julie Rothmeier is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Estero, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and possessing 32 years of industry experience. She has worked at LPL Financial since 2006 and previously at Wells Fargo Investments. Rothmeier serves on the Cloquet Rotary Club board, a nonprofit organization focused on humanitarian service and ethical standards. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser providing advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plans, banks, trust companies, and institutions, offering a range of financial planning and investment management solutions.

Margaret Lutz is a CFP® professional affiliated with LPL Financial, with 26 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Connect Financial, Lutz & Singer LLC, and Waddell & Reed, Inc. She has experience managing business entities related to investment activities in Michigan. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of financial planning and portfolio management services supported by technology and a broad network of advisors.

Wayne Cook is a financial advisor with LPL Financial who holds a Series 66 designation and has 22 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Invest Financial Corporation for 15 years and has been involved with WEC Associates, a tax preparation and accounting business, since 2002. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm provides a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning and access to model portfolios and third-party asset management.

Jeffrey Bassett is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Estero, Florida, holding Series 63 and Series 65 designations and with 32 years of industry experience. He previously worked for 27 years at Waddell & Reed, Inc. and various insurance carriers associated with W&R Insurance Agencies. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms.

Hunter Bassett is a financial advisor at LPL Financial with Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial, he worked as a pickleball instructor and has been affiliated with Florida Gulf Coast University since 2021. Outside of his advisory role, he continues to work as a pickleball instructor. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser offering advisory and brokerage services to individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm provides a range of investment solutions, including financial planning, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by research and technology tools.

Paul Singer is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and 25 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Waddell & Reed, Inc., various insurance carriers, and his own firms, Connect Financial and Lutz & Singer LLC. Outside of his advisory work, he has been involved in a real estate rental business through Lutz & Singer LLC. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning and model portfolio programs, supported by a large network of advisors and advanced operational tools.

Esai Ferguson is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Estero, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and eight years of industry experience. His prior work history includes roles at Morgan Stanley, Raymond James Financial Services, and T. Rowe Price. He also serves as an instructor for the FGCU Academy, contributing approximately ten hours per month to education. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning and model portfolio programs, supported by extensive operational tools and a platform that manages over $819 billion in discretionary assets.

Michael Bauman is a financial advisor with LPL Financial, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 25 years of industry experience. His career includes 15 years at Cetera Financial Specialists LLC and ongoing work since 1997 with Rossi, Schlotter & Company. Bauman is based in Estero, FL. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and other institutions. The firm offers financial planning, model portfolio programs, third-party asset management access, and institutional platforms, supporting advisors with research tools and a range of strategic investment options.