James Ruthrauff
Advisor at Merrill
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Advisor at Merrill
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Location
South Bend, IN 46601
Credentials
Series 63, Series 65
Industry experience
38 years
James Ruthrauff is a Wealth Management Advisor and Managing Director at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he has contributed over 30 years of experience supporting accomplished families. His work focuses on simplifying and coordinating complex financial lives, helping clients make informed decisions during key opportunities and transitions, and ensuring that wealth management supports both long-term goals and current lifestyles. Through Kahn, Ruthrauff & Associates, he collaborates with a dedicated team and works alongside CPAs, attorneys, and other advisors to provide integrated and thorough planning.
Mr. Ruthrauff specializes in areas including college education planning, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, small business strategies, and retirement income. He holds several professional designations, including Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). His educational background includes a Bachelor's Degree from Indiana Wesleyan University and a Master's Degree from the University of Florida. He is a member of the Economic Club of Michiana and has completed additional coursework at Yale University related to asset allocation, ethics, and investment management.
Outside of his professional activities, James resides in Granger with his wife Jeannie. He is involved in the South Bend community, participating in cultural arts and supporting local charitable organizations such as Habitat for Humanity. His personal interests include biking, boating, skiing, tournament waterskiing, cycling, golf, CrossFit, and playing guitar.
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
100 N Michigan St
South Bend, IN 46601
Colorado · Indiana · Texas
Bank Of America, N.a.
2011 - Present (15 years)
Merrill
1989 - Present (37 years)
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