David Siwiec
Advisor at Merrill
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Advisor at Merrill
Data sourced from SEC public records (and other sources when available). Some details may be added by the advisor after claiming their profile. Refreshed daily • Updated today.
Location
Buffalo, NY 14202
Credentials
Series 63, Series 66
Industry experience
32 years
David Siwiec is a Wealth Management Advisor affiliated with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management and serves as the primary portfolio strategist for DBSR & Associates. He specializes in providing customized financial strategies to families, professionals, business owners, trustees, and not-for-profit organizations. His role involves managing multi-asset strategies and delivering market analysis and investment guidance to clients and aligned professionals.
David's career in investment advising began immediately after earning his bachelor's degree from Canisius College. He started at Shearson Lehman Brothers in Buffalo and continued through its corporate transitions, eventually joining Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. At DBSR & Associates, David applies his expertise in family wealth management, retirement planning, and portfolio management services, leveraging the resources of Merrill Lynch and Bank of America.
He holds professional designations as a Certified Portfolio Manager (CPM) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). David has been involved in community organizations, including serving as Past President of the Bond Club of Buffalo, a board member of the Parkside Community Association, and volunteering with the Boys and Girls Club. He also mentors through the Canisius Golden Griffin Fund and is connected to St. Mark's Elementary School. He resides in Buffalo, NY, with his family.
Based on Merrill
$0 - $2,000,000: 1.10% (for Managed Strategy with MFSA under $2 million) $2,000,000+: 1.00% (for Managed Strategy with MFSA at and above $2 million)
Account minimum: $2,000,000 minimum to qualify for Premium Access Strategy per SEC data and Merrill brochure context; no other firm-wide minimum clearly stated
50 Fountain Plz
Buffalo, NY 14202
Connecticut · New York · Texas
Bank of America,N.A.
2011 - Present (15 years)
Merrill
2008 - Present (18 years)
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