Gerald Smith
Advisor at Merrill
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Advisor at Merrill
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Location
Atlanta, GA 30339
Credentials
Series 66
Industry experience
11 years
Gerald Smith is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he has been serving clients since 2014. He employs a goals-based wealth management approach, utilizing Merrill's advanced platform and resources to help clients align their financial strategies with their personal objectives. Gerald’s client focus areas include college education planning, legacy planning, and small business strategies. He is registered with the Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System (NMLS number 1242168) and licensed by the State of Georgia Department of Insurance, allowing him to assist clients with home financing and insurance inquiries through Bank of America.
Gerald brings around 15 years of prior experience in corporate information technology focused on financial investment decisions. He is a qualified Senior Portfolio Manager, managing discretionary personalized or defined strategies that include individual securities, Merrill model portfolios, and third-party investments. Gerald helps clients identify and prioritize goals such as estate planning, tax minimization, wealth transfer, and retirement income, customizing strategies to fit their unique circumstances and preferences. He is known for translating complex financial concepts into understandable terms to reduce client confusion and anxiety.
Gerald holds a bachelor’s degree in Marketing from the University of Georgia and holds professional designations including CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). He is fluent in English and Spanish and is an active member of his church. Gerald participates in mission trips to Africa and Central America, reflecting his commitment to community involvement.
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
300 Galleria Pkwy Se
Atlanta, GA 30339
Georgia · Texas
Bank Of America, N.a.
2014 - Present (12 years)
Merrill
2014 - Present (12 years)
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