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Lucinda A Salinas

Investment Adviser Representative at Cornerstone Wealth Advisors, Inc.

Aiken, SCCRD #1588638Investment Adviser Representative
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Years of Experience
36 yrs
Exams Passed
6

Professional summary

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Lucinda A. Salinas is an investment adviser representative with Cornerstone Wealth Advisors, Inc. in Aiken, SC, where they have been registered since 2020. They have worked in the securities industry since 1990 and have been registered with 6 firms, including Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated and AXA Advisors, LLC. They have passed 6 industry qualification exams, including the Series 65 (investment adviser), Series 7 (general securities representative), and Series 63 (state securities agent). They are registered to provide investment advice in California and South Carolina.

Registrations & licenses

Registration type
Investment Adviser Representative
As of August 14, 2026, from the advisor's current registrations on SEC IAPD
State registrations
Investment adviser:
California, South Carolina

Registration requirements vary by state and service. Contact the advisor's firm to confirm whether they can serve you.

Examinations passed
Series 65
Uniform Investment Adviser Law Examination
Passed 7/16/2007
Series 63
Uniform Securities Agent State Law Examination
Passed 5/11/1987
SIE
Securities Industry Essentials Examination
Passed 2/21/2017
Series 7
General Securities Representative Examination
Passed 9/15/2005
Series 22
Direct Participation Programs Representative Examination
Passed 4/28/1987
Series 6
Investment Company Products/Variable Contracts Representative Examination
Passed 12/16/1986

Financial-firm registration history

Registration history as reported to FINRA, most recent first.

Cornerstone Wealth Advisors, Inc.Current
7/7/2020 – Aiken, SC
Cornerstone Wealth Advisors, Inc.
3/3/2017 – 10/21/2020Dana Point, CA
Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated
8/24/2011 – 2/21/2017Newport Beach, CA
AXA Advisors, LLC
7/12/2010 – 6/28/2011Portland, OR
Woodbury Financial Services, Inc.
11/29/2007 – 11/30/2009Irvine, CA
FSC Securities Corporation
7/17/2007 – 11/20/2007Irvine, CA
Foothill Securities, Inc.
7/29/2002 – 9/20/2002Irvine, CA

Reported employment history

Employment the advisor reported on their SEC/FINRA filings, as of October 8, 2026. It may not be a complete history.

  1. Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated
    Jun 2011 – Feb 2017Newport Beach, CA
  2. Cornerstone Wealth Advisors, Inc.
    Feb 2017 – Oct 2020Dana Point, CA
  3. Independent Insurance Agent
    Aug 2011 – no end date reportedDana Point, CA
  4. Cornerstone Wealth Advisors, Inc.
    Jul 2020 – no end date reportedCarlsbad, CA

Official records & sources

Data as of June 26, 2026 · Source: SEC IAPD & FINRA BrokerCheck

About Cornerstone Wealth Advisors, Inc.

These details describe the firm overall. Individual advisors' services, clients, and fees may differ.

Fee arrangements the firm reports

  • Percentage of assets under management
  • Hourly
  • Fixed fee

Arrangements the firm reports on its Form ADV; this advisor may not charge every fee listed. Estimated from the firm's Form ADV — individual terms may differ. Not a quote.

Services the firm offers

Financial planning, wealth management, 401(k) & retirement plans, legacy planning, income & wealth protection, and charitable giving.

Financial PlanningPortfolio Management for Individuals and Small BusinessesPortfolio Management for Businesses and InstitutionsPension ConsultingSelection of Other Advisers
Firm areas of expertise
Financial PlanningWealth Management401(k) & Retirement PlansLegacy PlanningIncome & Wealth ProtectionCharitable Giving

Client types the firm serves

IndividualsHigh Net WorthPension/Profit SharingCharitable Organizations

Firm assets under management

$100M–$500M

Firm disclosures (Form ADV)
No disciplinary history reportedVerify on SEC IAPD
Advisors listed on AdvisorFinder:
4
Offices listed on AdvisorFinder:
1
Main office:
Carlsbad, CA
SEC file number:
801-132490

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Form ADV data as of February 13, 2026

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