Merrill
47yrs
Top advisor by experience in Cincinnati
26yrs
Cern Basher is a fiduciary financial advisor in Cincinnati, Ohio, with 26 years in the industry. Cern joined Brilliant Advice in 2016, after 15 years at Madison Wealth Management. Cern holds the CFA designation.
One of 2460 advisors with offices in Cincinnati, and one of 1997 fiduciaries.
At a glance
Experience26 years (since 2000)
How that compares ?Top 24% by experience in Ohio
Office8044 Montgomery Road Suite 700, Cincinnati, OH 45236
FirmBrilliant Advice
How the firm is paid ?Percent of assets, Flat fee
Typical client at the firm ?$3.91 million
Advisors at the firm2
States licensed ?1 state
Services through Brilliant Advice
Financial planningInvestment management for individuals and small businessesInvestment management for businesses and institutionsChoosing other investment managers
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Designations
CFA
Licenses
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Series 65Uniform Investment Adviser Law Examination
Career
- 2016 – nowBrilliant Advice, LLCCurrent firm
- 2000 – 2016Madison Wealth ManagementPreviously
Contact Cern
(513) 703-2100Brilliant Advice main office 8044 Montgomery Road Suite 700Cincinnati, OH 45236Office · Get directions LinkedIn pageBrilliant Advice
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Questions to ask Cern
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- What's your succession plan, and who would work with me if you retire?
- 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 Cern
How do I contact Cern?
Call Brilliant Advice at (513) 703-2100 and ask for Cern Basher. Cern works from the Cincinnati, OH office.
How long has Cern been a financial advisor?
Cern has been in the industry since 2000, about 26 years. Top 24% by experience in Ohio.
What licenses does Cern hold?
Series 65. Tap any license on this page to see what it allows.
Is Cern a fiduciary?
Cern is registered as an investment advisor representative, which carries a fiduciary duty when giving investment advice.
How is Cern paid?
Brilliant Advice reports being paid by a percentage of the assets they manage, flat or fixed fees. Ask Cern 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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