Charles Crompton Heaton IV
Advisor at Merrill — Norfolk, VA Waterside Dr
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Credentials
Series 66
Experience Industry experience
23 years
Location
Norfolk, VA 23510
Merrill
Institution
Charles Heaton IV is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. Since joining Merrill Lynch in 2007, he has been assisting families in developing comprehensive financial strategies that are detailed enough to meet their goals while remaining straightforward to avoid unnecessary complexity or concern. His approach involves asking thoughtful questions, actively listening, and providing guidance aimed at serving the best interests of his clients and their families.
With over two decades of experience in financial services dating back to 2002, Charles specializes in family wealth management, college education planning, personal retirement planning, portfolio management, and strategies tailored for women, special needs planning, and tax minimization. He strives to help clients prepare for significant life events such as births, graduations, weddings, celebrations, travel, and retirement, and provides support during challenging times to offer stability and a clear path forward.
Prior to his financial career, Charles served as a Marine and Naval Officer for 25 years. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, an M.B.A. from Old Dominion University, and is a graduate of the Naval War College. Charles is a Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Outside of work, he enjoys baseball, boating, and spending time with his family. He is married with two adult children.
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Norfolk, VA Waterside Dr
999 Waterside Dr
Norfolk VA 23510
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38
Texas · Virginia
23 years of industry experience
Bank of America,N.A.
2011 - Present • 15 years
Norfolk, VA
Merrill
2009 - Present • 17 years
Virginia Beach, VA
Banc Of America Investment Services, Inc.
2007 - 2009 • 2 years
Virginia Beach, VA
UBS Financial Services
2002 - 2007 • 5 years
Virginia Beach, VA
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