Nicole Freites is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where she has been working since 2007. She specializes in assisting individuals and families with various aspects of wealth management, including family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, liquidity management, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, women and wealth, tax minimization, and retirement income. Nicole brings over 15 years of experience to her role, focusing on providing personalized and relationship-driven financial guidance.
Nicole holds a bachelor's degree in finance from Florida International University and is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). She is fluent in English and Spanish. Throughout her career, she has been recognized for her expertise and leadership, being named to the 2025 and 2026 Forbes "Top Women Wealth Advisors Best-In-State" list. She also serves in leadership roles within professional organizations such as the HOLA Hispanic Organization for Leadership & Advancement and the Next Gen Leadership Council.
Outside of her professional work, Nicole resides in Weston with her husband and their three daughters. She volunteers in the community, including involvement with Broward County Public Schools and the Jason Taylor Foundation. Her personal interests include music, traveling, exercising, and spending time with her family, as well as watching her daughters play soccer.