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76
Established

GUARDIAN WEALTH MANAGEMENT INC.

311 SW WATER STREET, PEORIA, IL 61602
Fiduciaryfee-onlySEC Registered
309-692-1460 HTTP://WWW.GWMANAGERS.COM CRD #154159

About GUARDIAN WEALTH MANAGEMENT INC.

GUARDIAN WEALTH MANAGEMENT INC. holds a Trust Score of 76/100 — an Established rating based on their regulatory filings and business history. As a registered fiduciary, they are legally required to put your interests first — this is the gold standard for financial advice.

In 8 years of operation, GUARDIAN WEALTH MANAGEMENT INC. has zero complaints or disciplinary actions — a spotless regulatory record. Their fee-only fee model is standard for the industry.

No major structural conflicts identified based on their SEC filings — they don't appear to have proprietary product incentives, and any custody arrangement reported on their Form ADV is generally the standard regulatory-custody category that applies to fee-only advisers. Bottom line: We recommend interviewing at least 2-3 other advisors in PEORIA before committing to GUARDIAN WEALTH MANAGEMENT INC.. Their risk profile suggests extra caution.

Questions to Ask Before Hiring GUARDIAN WEALTH MANAGEMENT INC.

1.

“What is your all-in fee, including fund expenses?”

Their disclosed model is fee-only. Ask for the total cost including underlying fund fees, trading costs, and any platform charges.

2.

“Are you a fiduciary at all times — not just sometimes?”

GUARDIAN WEALTH MANAGEMENT INC. is registered as a fiduciary, but confirm this applies to ALL recommendations — some firms switch hats when selling insurance or annuities.

3.

“How are you compensated when you recommend a specific product?”

No commissions disclosed — but always confirm in writing that no third-party compensation applies to any recommendation.

4.

“Can I see your Form ADV Part 2A brochure before our next meeting?”

This is the legal disclosure document that details fees, conflicts, and disciplinary history. Every SEC-registered advisor must provide it. Read it before signing anything.

$289M
Assets Managed
4
Clients
5
Employees
8
Years Active
since 2018

Compensation Model

% of Assets (AUM)
Hourly Fees
Fixed / Flat Fees
Commissions
Performance Fees

Compensation type disclosed on SEC Form ADV Item 5C. Filed 46161. 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 per Form ADV Item 9: Yes

SEC Form ADV Item 9 reports that this adviser is deemed to have "custody" of some client assets under Rule 206(4)-2. This is a broad regulatory term that includes situations where client assets sit at an independent qualified custodian (e.g., Schwab, Fidelity) but the adviser has authority to deduct advisory fees, or has a standing letter of authorization on the account. It does not, on its own, mean the adviser physically holds client assets. See the firm's ADV filing on adviserinfo.sec.gov for the specifics.

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 8 years.

Firm Details

Legal NameGUARDIAN WEALTH MANAGEMENT INC.
CRD Number#154159
SEC RegisteredYes
Registration Date2018-08-06
States RegisteredIL
Assets Under Management$289M
Number of Clients4
Employees5
Compensation Typefee-only
Last ADV Filing46161

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is GUARDIAN WEALTH MANAGEMENT INC. a fiduciary?

Yes. GUARDIAN WEALTH MANAGEMENT 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 GUARDIAN WEALTH MANAGEMENT INC. charge clients?

GUARDIAN WEALTH MANAGEMENT INC. uses a fee-only compensation model. Full fee details are in their Form ADV Part 2A brochure at adviserinfo.sec.gov.

Does GUARDIAN WEALTH MANAGEMENT INC. have any complaints?

No. GUARDIAN WEALTH MANAGEMENT INC. has zero complaints or disciplinary actions on file with the SEC or FINRA across 8 years of operation.

How does GUARDIAN WEALTH MANAGEMENT INC. compare to other advisors in PEORIA?

GUARDIAN WEALTH MANAGEMENT INC. has a Trust Score of 76/100. There are 2 registered advisory firms in PEORIA. 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: 46161. Last data refresh: 2026-06-24. AdvisorRanked does not verify the accuracy of SEC filings. This is not financial advice.