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James Steed Risher
Financial advisor at Ameriprise Financial Services
At a glance
Experience31 years (since 1996)
How that compares ?Top 14% by experience in Louisiana
Office7907 Wrenwood Blvd Suite A, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
How the firm is paid ?Percent of assets, Hourly, Flat fee
States licensed ?2 states
Services through Ameriprise Financial Services
Financial planningInvestment management for individuals and small businessesInvestment management for businesses and institutionsRetirement plan consultingChoosing other investment managersNewsletters and publicationsEducational seminars and workshopsOther services
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Designations
CFP®
Licenses
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Uniform Securities Agent State Law Examination
Uniform Investment Adviser Law Examination
Career
- 2008 – nowAmeriprise Financial Services, LLCCurrent firm
Questions to ask James
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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 James
How do I contact James?
Call Ameriprise Financial Services at 612-671-3131 and ask for James Steed Risher. James works from the Baton Rouge, LA office.
How long has James been a financial advisor?
James has been in the industry since 1996, about 31 years. Top 14% by experience in Louisiana.
What licenses does James hold?
Series 63, Series 65. Tap any license on this page to see what it allows.
Is James a fiduciary?
James is registered as an investment advisor representative, which carries a fiduciary duty when giving investment advice.
How is James paid?
Ameriprise Financial Services reports being paid by a percentage of the assets they manage, hourly fees, flat or fixed fees. Ask James for your total yearly cost in dollars.
Official record as of October 2, 2026.
This profile is for information only and is not financial advice or a recommendation.
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