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Stuart James
Financial advisor at Wells Fargo Advisors
Stuart James is a fiduciary financial advisor in San Jose, California, with 39 years in the industry. After six years at Prudential Equity Group, Stuart joined Wells Fargo Advisors in 2003, a firm offering financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan consulting. Wells Fargo Advisors reports being paid through a percentage of assets, flat fees, and commissions.
One of 993 advisors with offices in San Jose, and one of 926 fiduciaries.
At a glance
Experience39 years (since 1987)
How that compares ?Top 3% by experience in San Jose
Office50 W San Fernando St Suite 1500, San Jose, CA 95113
How the firm is paid ?Percent of assets, Flat fee, Commissions
Typical client at the firm ?$475,575
Advisors at the firm14,100
States licensed ?2 states
Services through Wells Fargo Advisors
Financial planningInvestment management for individuals and small businessesInvestment management for businesses and institutionsRetirement plan consultingChoosing other investment managersOther services
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Licenses
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Career
- 2003 – nowWells Fargo Clearing Services, LLCCurrent firm
- 1997 – 2003Prudential Equity Group, LLCPreviously
Contact Stuart
(314) 875-3000Firm headquarters in St. Louis, MO. Ask for Stuart. 50 W San Fernando St Suite 1500San Jose, CA 95113Office · Get directions Firm websiteHTTPS://WWW.WELLSFARGOADVISORS.COM/WFA/MOBILE.HTM
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Questions to ask Stuart
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- What's your succession plan, and who would work with me if you retire?
- At a firm this size, will I work with you directly or with a service team?
- What does a financial plan with you include, and how often is it updated?
- If you use outside managers, how are they chosen and what do they cost on top of your fee?
- Where would my money be held, and will I get statements directly from that firm?
- What would I pay in total each year, in dollars, including fund and trading costs?
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About Stuart
How do I contact Stuart?
Call Wells Fargo Advisors at (314) 875-3000 and ask for Stuart James. Stuart works from the San Jose, CA office.
How long has Stuart been a financial advisor?
Stuart has been in the industry since 1987, about 39 years. Top 3% by experience in San Jose.
What licenses does Stuart hold?
Series 63, Series 65. Tap any license on this page to see what it allows.
Is Stuart a fiduciary?
Stuart is registered as an investment advisor representative, which carries a fiduciary duty when giving investment advice.
How is Stuart paid?
Wells Fargo Advisors reports being paid by a percentage of the assets they manage, flat or fixed fees, commissions on some products. Ask Stuart for your total yearly cost in dollars.
Official record as of October 3, 2026.
This profile is for information only and is not financial advice or a recommendation.
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