John R. Dobay
Advisor at Merrill — Vero Beach, FL Beachland Blvd
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Credentials
Series 63, Series 65
Experience Industry experience
20 years
Location
Vero Beach, FL 32963
Merrill
Institution
John Dobay is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. Based in Sebastian, Florida, he has been assisting individuals in planning for their financial goals since 1995. Before beginning his advisory career, John served 11 years in the military.
His areas of focus include college education planning, divorce transition planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, personal retirement planning, special needs planning strategies, and retirement income. John follows Merrill’s tradition of community participation and spends time volunteering with local organizations.
John holds a High School Diploma from Maplewood High School and has completed an Accredited Certificate Program from The American College of Financial Services. He lives with his wife Dawn and their four boys, along with two granddaughters. Outside of work, John enjoys adventure sports, boating, cooking, football, music, traveling, and spending time with his family.
Based on Merrill
SEC-reported: Commissions on certain transactions, including foreign securities and fixed income; mark-ups, markdowns and dealer spreads may apply to some trades.
Vero Beach, FL Beachland Blvd
660 Beachland Blvd
Vero Beach FL 32963
Advisors at this office
29
Florida · Ohio
20 years of industry experience
Bank of America, N.A.
2020 - Present • 6 years
Vero Beach, FL
Merrill
2020 - Present • 6 years
Vero Beach, FL
J.P. Morgan Securities
2014 - 2020 • 6 years
Youngstown, OH
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