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32yrs

David Harkin

Financial advisor at DES Moines Investments

Based in Des Moines, Iowa, David Harkin is a financial advisor with 32 years of industry experience. David has been with DES Moines Investments since 2008; before that, David spent two years at Stonefield Investment Advisory and eight years at Ameriprise Financial Services. David’s designations include CFP® and ChFC.

One of 450 advisors with offices in Des Moines.

Des Moines, IA 50315CFP®ChFCTop 8% by experience in Des Moines
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At a glance

Experience32 years (since 1994)
How that compares ?Top 8% by experience in Des Moines
Office2 East Army Post Rd Suite 2, Des Moines, IA 50315
How the firm is paid ?Percent of assets
Typical client at the firm ?$351,429
Advisors at the firm4
States licensed ?1 state

Services through DES Moines Investments

Investment management for individuals and small businessesInvestment management for businesses and institutions

Specialties, designations like CFP®, and languages spoken appear here when advisors claim their profiles.

Designations

CFP®ChFC

Licenses

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Series 63Uniform Securities Agent State Law Examination

Career

  1. 2008 – now
  2. Nov 2006 – Jul 2008
  3. 1999 – 2006

Questions to ask David

Tailored to David’s registration and firm.

  1. What's your succession plan, and who would work with me if you retire?
  2. Where would my money be held, and will I get statements directly from that firm?
  3. What would I pay in total each year, in dollars, including fund and trading costs?

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About David

How do I contact David?

Call David’s local office at (515) 285-4529 or the DES Moines Investments main office at (515) 777-1149, and ask for David Harkin.

How long has David been a financial advisor?

David has been in the industry since 1994, about 32 years. Top 8% by experience in Des Moines.

What licenses does David hold?

Series 63. Tap any license on this page to see what it allows.

Is David a fiduciary?

David is registered with an advisory firm. Ask whether they act as a fiduciary for all the advice they give you.

How is David paid?

DES Moines Investments reports being paid by a percentage of the assets they manage. Ask David 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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