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35yrs
Based in Traverse City, Michigan, John Ehardt is a financial advisor with 35 years of industry experience. John has been with LPL Financial since 2010. John holds the CFP® designation.
At a glance
Experience35 years (since 1991)
How that compares ?Top 8% by experience nationwide
Office1925 Coral Lane, Traverse City, MI 49686
FirmLPL Financial
How the firm is paid ?Percent of assets, Hourly, Flat fee
Typical client at the firm ?$399,489
Advisors at the firm23,459
States licensed ?2 states
Services through LPL Financial
Financial planningInvestment management for individuals and small businessesInvestment management for businesses and institutionsEducational seminars and workshopsOther services
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Designations
CFP®
Licenses
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Series 63Uniform Securities Agent State Law Examination
Career
- 2010 – nowLPL Financial LLCCurrent firm
Contact John
(704) 733-3300Firm headquarters in Fort Mill, SC. Ask for John. 1925 Coral LaneTraverse City, MI 49686Office · Get directions Facebook pageLPL Financial
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Questions to ask John
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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?
- 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 John
How do I contact John?
Call LPL Financial at (704) 733-3300 and ask for John Ehardt. John works from the Traverse City, MI office.
How long has John been a financial advisor?
John has been in the industry since 1991, about 35 years. Top 8% by experience nationwide.
What licenses does John hold?
Series 63. Tap any license on this page to see what it allows.
Is John a fiduciary?
John is registered with an advisory firm. Ask whether they act as a fiduciary for all the advice they give you.
How is John paid?
LPL Financial reports being paid by a percentage of the assets they manage, hourly fees, flat or fixed fees. Ask John 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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