CAPITAL INVESTMENT COUNSEL INC
Compensation Model
Compensation type disclosed on SEC Form ADV Item 5C. Filed 46141. Specific fee percentages are available in this firm's Form ADV Part 2A brochure at adviserinfo.sec.gov.
Conflict of Interest Analysis
Broker-Dealer Affiliated: No
No broker-dealer affiliation. Lower risk of commission-driven advice.
Insurance Licensed: Yes
This firm can sell insurance products (annuities, life insurance). This creates an incentive to recommend these products even when alternatives may be more appropriate.
Custody of Client Assets: No
Assets held at an independent custodian (e.g., Schwab, Fidelity, TD Ameritrade). This is the standard, lower-risk arrangement.
Proprietary Products: No
Uses only third-party investment products. No proprietary product conflicts.
Regulatory & Disciplinary History
Clean Record
No disciplinary events, regulatory actions, or customer complaints on file with the SEC or FINRA. This firm has maintained a spotless regulatory record for 42 years.
Firm Details
| Legal Name | CAPITAL INVESTMENT COUNSEL INC |
| CRD Number | #104591 |
| SEC Registered | Yes |
| Registration Date | 1984-03-20 |
| States Registered | NC |
| Assets Under Management | $1.0B |
| Number of Clients | 4 |
| Employees | 11 |
| Compensation Type | fee-only |
| Last ADV Filing | 46141 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is CAPITAL INVESTMENT COUNSEL INC a fiduciary?
Yes. CAPITAL INVESTMENT COUNSEL INC is a registered investment adviser (RIA) with the SEC, which means they are legally required to act as a fiduciary — putting your interests ahead of their own.
How does CAPITAL INVESTMENT COUNSEL INC charge clients?
CAPITAL INVESTMENT COUNSEL INC uses a fee-only compensation model. Full fee details are in their Form ADV Part 2A brochure at adviserinfo.sec.gov.
Does CAPITAL INVESTMENT COUNSEL INC have any complaints?
No. CAPITAL INVESTMENT COUNSEL INC has zero complaints or disciplinary actions on file with the SEC or FINRA across 42 years of operation.
How does CAPITAL INVESTMENT COUNSEL INC compare to other advisors in RALEIGH?
CAPITAL INVESTMENT COUNSEL INC has a Red Flag Score of 97/100. There are 54 registered advisory firms in RALEIGH. Use our city page to compare firms side by side.
Where does this data come from?
All information is sourced from SEC Form ADV public filings (mandatory regulatory disclosures) and FINRA BrokerCheck records. Last updated: 2026-06-24. We do not accept payment from financial advisors.
Data source: SEC Form ADV (Parts 1 and 2A) filed with the Investment Adviser Registration Depository (IARD). Filing date: 46141. Last data refresh: 2026-06-24. AdvisorRanked does not verify the accuracy of SEC filings. This is not financial advice.