John Nelson Jr.

Advisor at Merrill

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Location

Sarasota, FL 34236

Credentials

Series 63, Series 65

Industry experience

40 years

About

John Nelson is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He focuses on serving the wealth management needs of successful entrepreneurs and medical professionals and their families. John works closely with this select clientele to personally understand their financial goals and assist them in making work optional while preserving their lifestyle for future generations. He also helps clients navigate various financial transitions and has a special interest in supporting veterans and those in the medical profession.

John has been in the financial services industry since 1985 and joined Merrill Lynch in 2011. His experience includes nearly two decades in senior leadership roles involving branch management, supervision of billions in client assets, and coaching financial advisors to improve client service. This extensive background has enabled him to develop a defined consulting process to help clients make informed financial decisions.

He holds a Bachelor’s Degree from Franklin & Marshall College and several professional certifications, including Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA), Certified 401(k) Professional (CKP), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). Outside of work, John is involved in community organizations such as the Boy Scouts of America Jersey Shore Council and the Night Stalkers Foundation, and participates in philanthropic efforts supporting military families, medical research, and community aid.

Client services

Based on Merrill

Portfolio management Pension consulting Selection of other advisers Educational seminars or workshops
Performance measurement reports, allocation modeling, ips, research reports and services, see schedule d

Expertise

Wealth management Retirement income strategy Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Business exit / sale strategy Family Business

Occupation focus

Founder/Business Owner Doctor or Medical Professional Military & Veterans

Demographic focus

Based on Merrill

Mid-Career Professionals HENRY (High Earners, Not Rich Yet)

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Fee options

Percentage

$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)

Other

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

Location

1819 Main St

Sarasota, FL 34236

Most active in

Florida · New Jersey · Texas

Work history

Bank of America, N.A.

2012 - Present (14 years)

Merrill

2011 - Present (15 years)

Disclosures

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