RDA Financial Network provides financial planning, portfolio management for individuals and small businesses, portfolio management for institutions, pension consulting, selecting other managers, and educational seminars. Financial planning was provided to 11–25 clients last fiscal year.
RDA Financial Network reports 1,521 clients. They include 1,488 individual clients, 26 high-net-worth individuals, and 5 corporations and other businesses. Of its assets, 100.0% ($675M across 1,522 accounts) are managed with discretion. A wrap fee program the firm both sponsors and manages holds $80.6M.
| Client type | Clients | Assets |
|---|---|---|
| Individuals (other than HNW) | 98% | 81% |
| High-net-worth individuals | 2% | 18% |
| Charitable organizations | <1% | <1% |
| Corporations and other businesses | <1% | <1% |
Client breakdown and activity details
| Client type | Clients | Regulatory AUM | AUM share | Avg. per client |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Individuals (other than HNW) | 1,488 | $550M | 81.5% | $370K |
| High-net-worth individuals | 26 | $118M | 17.5% | $4.54M |
| Charitable organizations | Fewer than 5 | $4.27M | 0.6% | $2.14M |
| Corporations and other businesses | 5 | $2.65M | 0.4% | $530K |
| Total | 1,521 | $675M | 100% | — |
- Clients
- 1,488
- Regulatory AUM
- $550M
- AUM share
- 81.5%
- Avg. per client
- $370K
- Clients
- 26
- Regulatory AUM
- $118M
- AUM share
- 17.5%
- Avg. per client
- $4.54M
- Clients
- Fewer than 5
- Regulatory AUM
- $4.27M
- AUM share
- 0.6%
- Avg. per client
- $2.14M
- Clients
- 5
- Regulatory AUM
- $2.65M
- AUM share
- 0.4%
- Avg. per client
- $530K
Total
- Clients
- 1,521
- Regulatory AUM
- $675M
- AUM share
- 100%
- Avg. per client
- —
- Clients outside the U.S.
- 0%
- Clients advised without assets under management last fiscal year
- 0
- Private funds advised
- 0
- Financial planning clients last fiscal year
- 11–25
RDA Financial Network charges up to 2.05% a year for its Investment Management Fees. The fee is billed in advance. The brochure also prices 2 other services, listed under fee details.
Fee details and sources
Other fees
- Employer-Sponsored Retirement Plan Advisory
- Plan advisory fees are up to 1% a year, depending on services and the size and complexity of the plan.
- Financial Planning
- Minimum charge for a financial plan is $500 (about three hours of work); complex planning is billed hourly at $150 to $250.
Chad Ericson owns 75% or more of RDA Financial Network. The leadership team of RDA Financial Network includes President Chad Ericson and Chief Compliance Officer Michael Brannen. It has 17 employees.
Leadership
- Chad EricsonPresident/CISO
- Michael BrannenChief Compliance Officer
Investment adviser representatives
16 representatives listed in the SEC register as of 9 October 2026.
Staff
- 17 employees
- 17 in advisory functions
- 17 state-registered reps
- 7 broker-dealer reps
- 17 insurance agents
- 1 soliciting firm
- Owns 75% or more of Rda Financial Network, Inc.
Chad Ericson
Control person · since January 2021
RDA Financial Network’s regulatory assets grew 1.5× from $450M (April 2021) to $675M (October 2026); clients rose from 1,339 to 1,521 and employees fell from 18 to 17.
Figures from each annual filing
| Filed | Regulatory AUM | Clients | Employees | Offices |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| October 2026 | $675M | 1,521 | 17 | 16 |
| March 2025 | $579M | 1,479 | 18 | 17 |
| May 2024 | $494M | 1,444 | 18 | 17 |
| March 2023 | $439M | 1,428 | 18 | 17 |
| March 2022 | $493M | 1,376 | 18 | 13 |
| April 2021 | $450M | 1,339 | 18 | 12 |
Besides its headquarters, RDA Financial Network has 15 offices (9 private residences, listed without an address), with 8 listed addresses across 4 states.
Iowa · 5 listed addresses
- 321 Reed Street, Suite #2, AkronHQ
- 2603 Rainbow Drive, Cedar Falls
- 7600 University Ave, Des Moines
- 505 5th Street, Sioux City
- 1341 6th St. SW, Mason City
Illinois · 1 listed address
- 4925 Stone Falls Center, O'Fallon
Kansas · 1 listed address
- Lighton Tower, 7500 College BLVD., Overland Park
Louisiana · 1 listed address
- 109 Innwood Drive, Covington
Other business names
RDA Financial Network has reported 9 other business names to the SEC.
- Advanced Financial Concepts
- Ascent Advisory Solutions
- Interactive Financial Services
- Legacy Financial LLC
- Monetary Strategies
- Rda Financial Network, Inc.
- Ryan Financial Network
- The Roth Companies, Inc.
- Yantis and Associates Financial Advisors
Contact and registration details
- Legal name
- Rda Financial Network, Inc.
- Headquarters
- 321 Reed Street, Suite #2, Akron, IA 51001
- Website
- rdafn.com
- Phone
- 888-300-4975
- @rda-financial-network-inc.
- SEC file
- 801-69651
- Structure
- Iowa corporation
- Fiscal year end
- December
RDA Financial Network uses Charles Schwab ($469M) as custodian for its separately managed accounts. RDA Financial Network has custody of $2.34M in client assets for 7 clients.
- Charles SchwabCharles Schwab & Co., Inc. · San Francisco, CA · $469M100%
At year end, RDA Financial Network’s separately managed accounts were largely in funds (45%) and stocks (41%). Its reported 13F holdings for the quarter ended 30 June 2026 total $459M across 286 positions; the largest are Nvidia Corporation (4.3%), Alphabet Inc. (3.4%) and Broadcom Inc. (3.3%).
What the accounts hold
- Stocks41%
- Funds45%
- Bonds7%
- State and local bonds3%
- Investment grade corporate bonds3%
- U.S. government and agency bonds1%
- Cash7%
Reported 13F holdings
- $459M
- Reported 13F value
- 286
- Positions
- 29.1%
- In the 10 largest
- +14.8%
- Value vs. prior quarter
- Nvidia Corporation4.3%
- Alphabet Inc. · Cap Stk CL A3.4%
- Broadcom Inc.3.3%
- Microsoft Corp.2.9%
- Amazon Com Inc.2.9%
- Invesco Qqq TR · Unit Ser 12.9%
- Apple Inc.2.8%
- Meta Platforms Inc. · CL A2.3%
- JPMORGAN Chase & CO2.1%
- Vanguard Whitehall Fds · High Div Yld2.1%
Together, the ten largest are 29.1% of reported value.
How many clients does RDA Financial Network have?
RDA Financial Network has 1,521 clients and manages $675 million for them, as of October 2026. They include 1,488 individual clients, 26 high-net-worth individuals, and 5 corporations and other businesses.
Source: Form ADV Part 1A, Items 5.D and 5.F, filed 1 October 2026
What services does RDA Financial Network offer?
RDA Financial Network provides financial planning, portfolio management for individuals and small businesses, portfolio management for institutions, pension consulting, selecting other managers, and educational seminars.
Source: Form ADV Part 1A, Item 5.G, from the SEC's 2 October 2026 data file
How much does RDA Financial Network charge?
RDA Financial Network charges up to 2.05% a year for its Investment Management Fees. The fee is billed in advance.
Which custodians does RDA Financial Network use?
RDA Financial Network’s separately managed account assets are held at Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. (San Francisco, CA), with $469M. Only custodians holding at least a tenth of those assets are named.
Source: Form ADV Part 1A, Schedule D, Section 5.K.(3), filed 1 October 2026
How many financial advisors does RDA Financial Network have?
RDA Financial Network has 17 investment adviser representatives registered with state securities authorities, out of 17 employees, and 17 perform investment advisory functions. 7 employees are registered representatives of a broker-dealer and 17 employees are licensed insurance agents.
Source: Form ADV Part 1A, Items 5.A and 5.B, from the SEC's 2 October 2026 data file
What does RDA Financial Network invest in?
At the end of its last fiscal year, RDA Financial Network’s separately managed accounts held 45% registered funds (mutual funds, ETFs, BDCs), 41% exchange-traded equities, 7% cash and equivalents, 3% state and local bonds, 3% investment grade corporate bonds and 1% U.S. government and agency bonds.
Source: Form ADV Part 1A, Items 5.K.(1) and 7.B, from the SEC's 2 October 2026 data file
Who owns RDA Financial Network?
RDA Financial Network’s direct owner is Chad Ericson (75% or more).
Source: Form ADV Part 1A, Schedules A and B, filed 1 October 2026
How does RDA Financial Network get paid?
RDA Financial Network is paid through a percentage of assets under management, hourly charges and fixed fees. Its Form ADV lists no commissions or performance-based fees among how it is paid.
Source: Form ADV Part 1A, Item 5.E, from the SEC's 2 October 2026 data file
Is RDA Financial Network registered with the SEC?
Yes, RDA Financial Network has been registered with the SEC as an investment adviser since 16 October 2008. Its CRD number is 147309 and its SEC file number is 801-69651.
Source: Form ADV Part 1A, Item 1, filed 1 October 2026; IAPD firm record
How do I contact RDA Financial Network?
RDA Financial Network’s main office is at 321 Reed Street, Suite #2, Akron, IA 51001. Its phone number is 888-300-4975. Its website is rdafn.com.