Why Choose an Independent LPL Financial Advisor?

LPL Financial is one of the United States’ largest organizations of independent financial representatives.  Formed in 1989 through the merger of two small but successful brokerage firms, Linsco (established in 1968) and Private Ledger (established in 1973), LPL today is the leading independent brokerage firm in the nation, encompassing more than 8,000 investment professionals in 50 states.  LPL’s financial advisors specialize in providing customized financial solutions, backed by LPL’s:

Financial Strength. 
LPL Financial advisors managed $160 billion in brokerage products and advisory programs as of April 30, 2008.  LPL’s capital ratio is one of the highest among all independent brokerage firms. *

Dedication to Unbiased Financial Advice.
The independent financial advisors affiliated with LPL Financial have access to comprehensive financial planning tools, as well as unbiased, independent research on individual stocks, bonds mutual funds, annuities and investment managers across every asset class.  This enables them to concentrate their energy on understanding your individual investment goals and offering impartial solutions to the challenges of wealth accumulation and management.

Account Protection. 
LPL holds membership in SIPC, which protects the securities in each client’s account to $500,000, up to $100,000 of which can be cash.  Please ask your investment advisor for specific information on the significant additional coverage that is provided. **