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Earnest Smith
Full name on record: Earnest Ruby Smith III
Financial advisor at Truist Advisory Services
Based in Nashville, Tennessee, Earnest Smith is a financial advisor with 28 years of industry experience. Earnest has been with Truist Advisory Services since 2016. Earnest holds the CFP® designation.
At a glance
Experience28 years (since 1999)
How that compares ?Top 19% by experience at Truist Advisory Services
Office3322 W End Ave Suite 620, Nashville, TN 37203
How the firm is paid ?Percent of assets, Flat fee
Typical client at the firm ?$560,278
Advisors at the firm1,970
States licensed ?1 state
Services through Truist Advisory Services
Financial planningInvestment management for individuals and small businessesInvestment management for businesses and institutionsChoosing other investment managersNewsletters and publicationsOther services
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Designations
CFP®
Licenses
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Series 63Uniform Securities Agent State Law Examination
Career
- 2016 – nowTruist Advisory Services, Inc.Current firm
Contact Earnest
3322 W End Ave Suite 620Nashville, TN 37203Office · Get directions Firm main line(800) 874-4770Headquarters: Truist Advisory Services · Atlanta, GA Firm websitewww.truist.com/wealth/tas-disclosure
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Questions to ask Earnest
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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 Earnest
How do I contact Earnest?
Call Truist Advisory Services at (800) 874-4770 and ask for Earnest Smith. Earnest works from the Nashville, TN office.
How long has Earnest been a financial advisor?
Earnest has been in the industry since 1999, about 28 years. Top 19% by experience at Truist Advisory Services.
What licenses does Earnest hold?
Series 63. Tap any license on this page to see what it allows.
Is Earnest a fiduciary?
Earnest is registered with an advisory firm. Ask whether they act as a fiduciary for all the advice they give you.
How is Earnest paid?
Truist Advisory Services reports being paid by a percentage of the assets they manage, flat or fixed fees. Ask Earnest 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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