Nicholas Smail

Advisor at Raymond James Financial

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Location

Evans, GA 30809

Credentials

Series 66

Industry experience

3 years

About

Nicholas Smail is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role, he works closely with clients to understand their financial priorities and develop strategies to address their short-, mid-, and long-term goals. He provides guidance on a range of financial matters, including investing, retirement planning, and saving for unforeseen expenses. Additionally, Nicholas connects clients with Bank of America specialists for banking, credit, home financing, and small business services.

Nicholas holds professional designations such as Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (AWMA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He earned a bachelor's degree from the University System of Georgia. His approach centers on helping clients identify what is important to them and their families to create tailored financial strategies.

Client services

Based on Raymond James Financial

Financial planning Portfolio management Pension consulting Selection of other advisers Educational seminars or workshops Hourly & fixed rate consultations

Expertise

General retirement planning Wealth management Income planning

Occupation focus

Based on Raymond James Financial

Founder/Business Owner Retired

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Fee options

Fixed

Fixed (flat) dollar fees may be charged for planning and/or investment consulting services

Commissions

Commissions are charged in brokerage accounts when implementing financial plans or recommendations; fees and commissions may be offset or discounted for legacy clients.

Project-based

Hourly rates for planning and/or investment consulting services generally up to $400 per hour

Other

Fee-only: Hourly fees generally up to $400 per hour; fees may also be fixed (flat) dollar amounts or a percentage of assets under advisement not to exceed 2.25%

Location

4777 Washington Road

Evans, GA 30809

Most active in

Georgia

Work history

Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc.

2026 - Present (1 year)

Raymond James Financial Services, Inc.

2026 - Present (1 year)

Bank of America, N.A.

2024 - 2026 (2 years)

Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Inc.

2024 - 2026 (2 years)

Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc.

2023 - 2024 (1 year)

Raymond James Financial Services, Inc.

2021 - 2024 (3 years)

Fehrman Investment Group (DBA)

2021 - 2024 (3 years)

Wide Open West

2018 - 2021 (3 years)

Georgia College and State University

2014 - 2018 (4 years)

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