James Happ

Advisor at Merrill

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Location

Toledo, OH 43623

Credentials

Series 63, Series 65

Industry experience

31 years

About

James Happ is the Senior Resident Director and Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill, where he leads the Happ Adam Darah Group. In this role, he directs the team's vision with a focus on client transparency, industry knowledge, and client experience standards. He was named Resident Director for Merrill's northwest Ohio offices in 2021, further extending his responsibilities to support financial advisors and advisory groups in the Toledo area.

James has been with Merrill since July 1994 and brings experience from his time working on Wall Street, as well as in Boston and Cleveland, before returning to Toledo in 1999. His expertise spans a wide range of financial situations, with a particular focus on individuals approaching retirement or entering their life's "second act." His team aims to provide a high level of wealth management service through diversified financial strategies and industry-leading technology tailored to clients' needs.

He holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Dayton and professional designations including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). James is involved in community organizations such as the St. John's Jesuit High School and Academy Foundation Board, Stone Oak Country Club Board of Trustees, and Ursuline Foundation Board. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his family, golfing, and supporting his alma mater's sports teams.

Client services

Based on Merrill

Portfolio management Pension consulting Selection of other advisers Educational seminars or workshops
Performance measurement reports, allocation modeling, ips, research reports and services, see schedule d

Expertise

Wealth management Retirement income strategy General retirement planning Charitable giving & philanthropy College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.)

Occupation focus

Based on Merrill

Executive Founder/Business Owner

Demographic focus

Approaching retirement

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Fee options

Percentage

$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)

Other

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

Location

4908 Whiteford Rd

Toledo, OH 43623

Most active in

Ohio · Texas

Work history

Bank Of America,Na

2009 - Present (17 years)

Merrill

1994 - Present (32 years)

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