Ray Welch is a registered investment advisor at Match Grade Advisors, based in Greenviile, SC, with 25 years of industry experience. Ray operates on a fee-only basis, meaning they do not earn commissions from product sales. Their practice areas include Financial Planning & Coaching, High Net Worth, Investment Management, Retirement Planning. Their firm serves 350 clients with $360M in assets under management.
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Match Grade Advisors charges a fee based on the value of your portfolio. The exact rate depends on the type and size of your investments, and the services you need, but it will not exceed 1.9% per year. Fees are determined separately for each account and are negotiable at the account opening. Fees are typically paid quarterly, based on the value of your portfolio at the end of the quarter.
There are two fee schedules, one for cash accounts and one for special arrangement fees (due to family or potential). The fees for cash accounts are higher than the fees for other assets.
Location
400 Pettigru St, Greenviile, SC, 29601
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No disclosures, customer disputes, or regulatory actions on file.
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Ray is a managing member of Welch Properties LLC, owner of Welch Benefit Group (offering corporate benefits, financial planning, and insurance products), and managing member of 3WR, LLC. He dedicates minimal time to Welch Properties and 3WR, LLC, but works full-time at Welch Benefit Group.
Employment History
Current Registrations
Match Grade Advisors
Previous Registrations
Founders Financial Securities, LLC
Founders Financial Securities LLCBroker
Princor Financial Services Corporation
Princor Financial Services CorporationBroker
MML Investors Services, INC.Broker
State Registrations2 states
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