Colorado Financial Service Corporation

Financial services in Englewood, CO (show on map)

Nationally focused introducing broker-dealer providing full-service brokerage, investment advisory, alternative investments, investment banking, and 1031 exchange services.

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About

Colorado Financial Service Corporation, headquartered in Centennial, Colorado, is a nationally focused introducing broker-dealer registered with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and a member firm of the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA).

The firm provides a comprehensive suite of services including full-service brokerage, investment advisory, alternative investments, investment banking, and IRS Section 1031 Like-Kind Exchange services. Established in 2000 and expanded under the ownership of Chet Hebert since 2007, CFSC operates across all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, with a strong presence in Colorado. The firm partners with Hilltop Securities for clearing and technology solutions, leveraging advanced platforms for client data access, order entry, and report generation. CFSC also collaborates with leading law firms and sponsors for qualified project placements and specialized exchange services, ensuring a holistic approach to client needs and regulatory compliance.

Fully disclosed clearing partner Hilltop Securities

Advanced technology platforms including WinOPS and AI Insight

Comprehensive suite of services from brokerage to 1031 exchanges

Services

Investment Banking

Provides investment banking services including underwriting, mergers and acquisitions advisory, and capital raising for clients.

M&A advisory Capital raising Underwriting

Investment Advisory

Offers personalized investment advisory services to help clients achieve their financial goals.

Portfolio management Asset allocation Risk assessment

Alternative Investments

Provides access to alternative investment opportunities including private placements and specialized asset classes.

Private placements Real estate investments Structured products

IRS Section 1031 Like-Kind Exchanges

Facilitates 1031 exchange services to help clients defer capital gains taxes on investment property exchanges.

Exchange facilitation Qualified Intermediary services Property identification

Insurance Services

Offers a range of insurance products including life, health, and annuities to meet client needs.

Life insurance Health insurance Annuities

Brokerage Services

Provides full-service brokerage capabilities including trade execution, account management, and market analysis.

Trade execution Account management Market research

Credentials & Certifications

FINRA Registration

Since 2000

SEC Registration (Broker-Dealer & Investment Advisor)

Since 2000

SIPC Membership

Since 2000

ADISA Membership

Since 2010

IPA Membership

Since 2012

TNDDA Membership

Since 2015

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between a broker-dealer and an investment advisor? +

A broker-dealer executes trades on behalf of clients and may earn commissions, while an investment advisor provides personalized investment advice and is compensated through fees.

How does Colorado Financial Service Corporation ensure compliance with securities regulations? +

CFSC employs a robust compliance framework, including WinOPS for account and transaction management, CELLTrust for text messaging archiving, and SMARSH for email surveillance, ensuring adherence to FINRA and SEC regulations.

What types of alternative investments does CFSC offer? +

CFSC provides access to private placements, real estate investments, and structured products as part of its alternative investment offerings.

What is an IRS Section 1031 Like-Kind Exchange? +

A 1031 exchange allows investors to defer capital gains taxes when exchanging one investment property for another of like-kind, facilitating the growth of investment portfolios without immediate tax liability.

How does CFSC support its independent representatives? +

CFSC supports independent representatives through advanced technology platforms, comprehensive regulatory compliance tools, and partnerships with clearing firms like Hilltop Securities, enabling representatives to grow their practices efficiently.

What educational resources does CFSC provide for its representatives? +

CFSC utilizes the AI Insight platform to educate representatives on alternative investments, providing due diligence information and insights into features, benefits, and limitations.