G.W. SHERWOLD ASSOCIATES, INC.
Compensation Model
Compensation type disclosed on SEC Form ADV Item 5C. Filed 46066. 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: Yes
This firm is affiliated with a broker-dealer, which means they may earn commissions on product sales — creating a potential conflict between their revenue and your best interest.
Insurance Licensed: No
Not insurance licensed. Cannot sell you annuity or insurance products directly.
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 6 years.
Firm Details
| Legal Name | G.W. SHERWOLD ASSOCIATES, INC. |
| CRD Number | #42186 |
| SEC Registered | Yes |
| Registration Date | 2020-06-19 |
| States Registered | CA |
| Assets Under Management | $572M |
| Number of Clients | 1 |
| Employees | 3 |
| Compensation Type | commission |
| Last ADV Filing | 46066 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is G.W. SHERWOLD ASSOCIATES, INC. a fiduciary?
No. G.W. SHERWOLD ASSOCIATES, INC. is not registered as an RIA and is not legally bound by the fiduciary standard.
How does G.W. SHERWOLD ASSOCIATES, INC. charge clients?
G.W. SHERWOLD ASSOCIATES, INC. uses a commission compensation model. They also earn commissions on product sales, which may create conflicts of interest. Full fee details are in their Form ADV Part 2A brochure at adviserinfo.sec.gov.
Does G.W. SHERWOLD ASSOCIATES, INC. have any complaints?
No. G.W. SHERWOLD ASSOCIATES, INC. has zero complaints or disciplinary actions on file with the SEC or FINRA across 6 years of operation.
How does G.W. SHERWOLD ASSOCIATES, INC. compare to other advisors in LAKE FOREST?
G.W. SHERWOLD ASSOCIATES, INC. has a Red Flag Score of 95/100. There are 4 registered advisory firms in LAKE FOREST. 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: 46066. Last data refresh: 2026-06-24. AdvisorRanked does not verify the accuracy of SEC filings. This is not financial advice.