Licensing and Representation Disclaimer (Investment) — Jason Bryan Ball
Effective Date: March 2025
1. Purpose of This Disclaimer
This disclaimer clarifies that while Jason B. Ball holds nationally recognized financial planning credentials and has previously operated as a Registered Investment Adviser (RIA), he is not providing investment advisory services through this website, its content, or related media.
All investment-related material on www.jasonbryanball.com is intended strictly for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes only. It does not constitute financial advice, securities recommendations, or individualized investment guidance.
2. No Investment Adviser or Fiduciary Relationship
By engaging with this website—including its blog posts, emails, videos, social media, or downloadable content—you agree and acknowledge that:
- No investment adviser-client or fiduciary relationship is formed.
- No investment advice is being given, either explicitly or implicitly.
- No portfolio management, securities trading, or risk analysis services are offered.
⚠️ This site does not function as a Registered Investment Adviser (RIA), broker-dealer, or fiduciary platform.
3. Background and Licensing Clarification
Jason B. Ball has held significant credentials and roles in the financial services industry, including:
- Passed the FINRA Series 65 exam
- Owned and operated a state-registered RIA firm in Oregon
- Held the title of Investment Adviser Representative (IAR)
That firm has since been closed and is no longer active or authorized to provide advisory services. Jason B. Ball:
- No longer maintains any active securities licenses or RIA registration.
- Operates strictly as an educator and content creator on this platform.
- Continues to hold designations such as CFP®, ChFC®, and CLU®, which are not equivalent to active investment licensure.
4. No Investment Advice or Securities Recommendations
This website and its content do not provide:
- Recommendations to buy, sell, or hold specific securities or funds
- Personalized portfolio strategies or asset allocation guidance
- Investment forecasts or return projections
- Tax-loss harvesting, estate planning, or securities analysis services
➡️ Mentions of stocks, funds, strategies, or investment platforms are used purely for illustrative or educational purposes.
5. Hypotheticals and Educational Examples Only
Any hypothetical case studies, financial examples, or investment walkthroughs provided:
- Are fictional or generalized
- Do not reflect real-world performance, advice, or client results
- Should not be used as a basis for personal financial decisions
- Are intended to explain complex topics in a digestible and relatable way
⚠️ Such illustrations are not a substitute for regulated, professional advice.
6. User Responsibility and Independent Verification
Users of this site bear sole responsibility for their investment decisions. You are strongly encouraged to:
- Consult with a licensed financial planner, Registered Investment Adviser (RIA), or fiduciary
- Verify facts and figures with trusted third-party sources
- Evaluate your personal financial goals, tax status, risk tolerance, and regulatory environment
⚠️ Jason Bryan Ball and this website do not consider your individual profile or circumstances when presenting content.
7. Limitation of Liability
Jason Bryan Ball, jasonbryanball.com, and any contributing authors or partners disclaim all liability for:
- Losses resulting from reliance on any investment-related content
- Decisions made based on illustrative or educational examples
- Regulatory, tax, or market changes affecting the relevancy of published material
- Errors, omissions, or outdated information contained within any post or video
➡️ All content is provided “as-is” without guarantees of accuracy, completeness, or results.
✅ Summary of Key Points:
| Aspect | Summary |
|---|---|
| No Active RIA Status | Jason B. Ball no longer maintains an investment adviser license. |
| No Advisory Relationship | No fiduciary or client relationship is created through this site. |
| Illustrative Only | All investment examples are hypothetical and not real recommendations. |
| User Responsibility | Users must seek professional advice before acting on any investment matter. |
| Liability Disclaimed | Jason Bryan Ball is not liable for user decisions based on this content. |
8. Related Disclaimers & Policies
For more information on related topics, please review:
- General Investment Content Disclaimer
- No Investment Adviser or Fiduciary Relationship Disclaimer
- Affiliate & Sponsorship Disclosure
- Product and Platform Neutrality Disclaimer
- Risk of Investment Decisions Disclaimer
- General Disclaimer
9. Contact Information
For clarification or inquiries about this disclaimer, please contact:
📧 Email: [email protected]
📄 Subject: Investment Licensing Disclaimer Inquiry
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