# Investment adviser representative (IAR)

> An investment adviser representative (IAR) is an individual registered to give investment advice on behalf of a registered investment adviser firm.

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IARs register with the states where they do business, which usually requires passing the Series 65 exam or holding an equivalent designation such as the CFP. Their registration, employment history, and any disclosures are public.

## How to check

Search the person's name or CRD number on the SEC's Investment Adviser Public Disclosure site.

## Sources

- [SEC Investment Adviser Public Disclosure](https://adviserinfo.sec.gov/)

## Related terms

- [Registered investment adviser (RIA)](https://find.wellspent.co/glossary/ria.md)
- [CRD number](https://find.wellspent.co/glossary/crd.md)
- [Fiduciary](https://find.wellspent.co/glossary/fiduciary.md)