John Duncan is a Senior Vice President and Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, based in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. He has spent over 30 years in the financial services industry, focusing on addressing the unique financial needs of clients and their families. John specializes in portfolio management, retirement plan services, and wealth management strategies, including asset allocation, tax minimization, and succession planning. As a Portfolio Manager, he manages discretionary tactical growth portfolios guided by an earnings momentum discipline.
John's team, Duncan & Associates, concentrates on retirement plan services, particularly 401(k) plans, emphasizing process automation, plan simplicity, sophisticated options for select employees, and customized ongoing communication. He holds several professional designations including Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). John earned a BA degree in Finance from Michigan State University.
Outside of work, John and his wife, Karen, have three sons and contribute their time to local school, youth, and charitable organizations. He believes in working closely with clients to develop personalized financial strategies to assist them in pursuing their long-term goals.