Derek Holstein
Advisor at Merrill — Clearwater, FL Us Highway 19 N
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Credentials
Series 66
Experience Industry experience
6 years
Location
Clearwater, FL 33761
Merrill
Institution
Derek Holstein is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management who specializes in wealth management, retirement planning, and comprehensive financial planning. He focuses on helping individuals, families, and business owners achieve their financial goals through personalized strategies tailored to their unique circumstances and long-term aspirations. Derek's approach centers on building meaningful relationships and providing thoughtful guidance, objective advice, and ongoing support to empower clients at every stage of their financial journey.
Since beginning his career with Merrill Wealth Management in 2018, Derek has developed expertise in managing and preserving wealth through disciplined investment guidance and personalized planning. He holds the Certified Private Wealth Advisor® (CPWA®) designation, reflecting his commitment to serving the sophisticated needs of high-net-worth clients. Additionally, he has earned the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) credential.
Derek graduated from Florida State University with a Bachelor's degree in Finance and a minor in Entrepreneurship. Outside of his professional work, he enjoys activities such as baseball, boating, cooking, fishing, football, golfing, music, reading, running, and spending time with his family.
Based on Merrill
SEC-reported: Commissions on certain transactions, including foreign securities and fixed income; mark-ups, markdowns and dealer spreads may apply to some trades.
Clearwater, FL Us Highway 19 N
26301 Us Highway 19 N
Clearwater FL 33761
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25
Florida · Texas
6 years of industry experience
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2022 - Present • 4 years
Seffner, FL
Merrill
2018 - Present • 8 years
Seffner, FL
Florida State University
2014 - 2018 • 4 years
Tallahassee, FL
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