Raymond James Financial Services Advisors
47yrs
Top advisor by experience in Columbus
16yrs
Christopher C Waters
Financial advisor at Nationwide Investment Advisors
At a glance
Experience16 years (since 2010)
How that compares ?More experience than 55% of advisors in Columbus
OfficeOne Nationwide Plaza 03-07-202, Columbus, OH 43215
How the firm is paid ?Percent of assets
States licensed ?1 state
Services through Nationwide Investment Advisors
Investment management for individuals and small businessesInvestment management for businesses and institutionsChoosing other investment managers
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Licenses
Exams passed, from the official record. Tap a license to see what it allows.
Uniform Securities Agent State Law Examination
Uniform Investment Adviser Law Examination
Career
- 2019 – nowNationwide Investment Advisors, LLCCurrent firm
- Dec 2017 – Oct 2019Empower Advisory Group, LLCPreviously
- Jul 2016 – Jan 2017Return on Life Wealth PartnersPreviously
- Aug 2015 – Apr 2017LPL Financial LLCPreviously
- Oct 2014 – Jul 2015J.p. Morgan Securities LLCPreviously
Questions to ask Christopher
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- At a firm this size, will I work with you directly or with a service team?
- 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 Christopher
How do I contact Christopher?
Call Nationwide Investment Advisors at 614-435-8371 and ask for Christopher C Waters. Christopher works from the Columbus, OH office.
How long has Christopher been a financial advisor?
Christopher has been in the industry since 2010, about 16 years. More experience than 55% of advisors in Columbus.
What licenses does Christopher hold?
Series 63, Series 65. Tap any license on this page to see what it allows.
Is Christopher a fiduciary?
Christopher is registered as an investment advisor representative, which carries a fiduciary duty when giving investment advice.
How is Christopher paid?
Nationwide Investment Advisors reports being paid by a percentage of the assets they manage. Ask Christopher 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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