Jeffrey Hostenske
Advisor at Merrill
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Advisor at Merrill
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Location
Phoenix, AZ 85016
Credentials
Series 66
Industry experience
6 years
Jeffrey Hostenske is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in personalized wealth management strategies tailored to client goals. He applies a disciplined approach grounded in planning, investing, and coaching to help clients manage market volatility and pursue long-term financial objectives. Leveraging the investment insights of Merrill and the banking solutions of Bank of America, Jeffrey addresses a comprehensive range of financial needs including retirement planning, legacy and estate strategies, portfolio management, tax minimization, and education planning.
With nearly a decade of advisory experience and a prior 20-year career building and managing a restaurant company, Jeffrey combines entrepreneurial insight with financial expertise. His background underscores the importance of disciplined financial management, strategic growth, and operational excellence. As a Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA®) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), he provides guidance to business owners and individuals seeking to protect their financial security and legacy through transparent communication and tailored planning.
Originally from Lancaster, Ohio, Jeffrey was raised with a strong work ethic and emphasis on education. He earned an Associate's and Bachelor's degree from Johnson & Wales University and holds a high school diploma from Fisher Catholic High School. Since relocating to Phoenix in 2011, he has focused on helping clients achieve their financial ambitions. Outside of work, Jeffrey's personal interests include cooking, football, golfing, music, and watching movies.
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
2555 E Camelback Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85016
California · Texas
BANK of AMERICA, N.A.
2019 - Present (7 years)
Merrill
2019 - Present (7 years)
Ten Restaurant, LLC
2014 - 2019 (5 years)
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