Karen Shahinian
Advisor at Merrill — Irvine, CA Spectrum Center Dr
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Credentials
Series 63, Series 65
Experience Industry experience
26 years
Location
Irvine, CA 92618
Merrill
Institution
Karen Shahinian is a Senior Financial Advisor and Vice President at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, co-founder of the Shahinian & Associates team based in Irvine, California. She works closely with individuals, families, business owners, and multi-generational households to provide customized wealth management strategies. Her approach focuses on understanding each client’s unique priorities to help streamline and organize their financial lives, supporting steady progress toward meaningful long-term goals.
With over 23 years of experience in financial services, Karen has particular expertise in retirement planning, investments, insurance, legacy planning, and cash-flow management. Since joining Merrill Lynch in 2012, she has broadened her ability to connect clients with a wide range of enterprise resources. She holds the Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA) designation and other industry accreditations. Karen earned an associate degree in Liberal Arts from Rancho Santiago College.
Karen is active in her community as a longstanding member of the Newport-Irvine Rotary Club and a volunteer at both the Shea Therapeutic Riding Center and JSerra Catholic High School. She is involved with the Southern California Disability Advocacy Network and the Oasis Sailing Club. Outside of work, Karen enjoys boating, fishing, hiking, biking, horseback riding, gardening, and spending time with her family.
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Irvine, CA Spectrum Center Dr
100 Spectrum Center Dr
Irvine CA 92618
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Laguna Hills, CA
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