James Munger
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
Eau Claire, WI 54701
Credentials
Series 66
Industry experience
3 years
James Munger is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in helping businesses, professionals, and their families develop comprehensive financial strategies. He leverages the resources of Merrill and Bank of America to provide clients with access to investment insights as well as banking and lending solutions. His approach focuses on understanding clients’ goals and implementing personalized wealth management strategies that adapt over time to reflect changes in clients’ situations.
With a Bachelor's Degree in Finance from the University of St. Thomas, James brings over a decade of experience, including 13 years trading agricultural commodities prior to his career at Merrill. His areas of expertise include divorce transition planning, employee benefits planning, family wealth management strategies, liquidity management, retirement planning, portfolio management, small business strategies, and investment strategies for individuals and corporations. He holds professional designations as a Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA).
Outside of his professional work, James enjoys outdoor activities such as biking, boating, fishing, football, skiing, and traveling. He values spending time with his wife, daughter, and black labs. His professional philosophy centers on building strong relationships by being accessible, knowledgeable, and committed to guiding clients through important financial decisions.
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
3508 Oakwood Mall Dr
Eau Claire, WI 54701
Texas · Wisconsin
Bank of America, N.A.
2022 - Present (4 years)
Merrill
2022 - Present (4 years)
Commodity Specialists Company
2009 - 2022 (13 years)
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