Patrick Buettner
Advisor at Merrill
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Advisor at Merrill
Data sourced from SEC public records (and other sources when available). Some details may be added by the advisor after claiming their profile. Refreshed daily • Updated today.
Location
Estero, FL
Credentials
Series 63, Series 65, Series 66
Industry experience
39 years
Patrick Buettner is a Wealth Management Advisor affiliated with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He operates out of the Williamsville, NY office, where he serves as a Senior Vice President and Senior Financial Advisor. Patrick also functions as a Portfolio Manager, managing personalized investment strategies on a discretionary basis that may include individual stocks and bonds, Merrill model portfolios, and third-party investment strategies.
Patrick has over three decades of experience in the financial services industry, beginning his career as a Financial Advisor in 1988. He has held roles such as Associate Vice President, Vice President of Investments, Senior Portfolio Manager, and Portfolio Manager in various firms, including Dean Witter and Advest prior to their acquisition by Merrill Lynch. His expertise includes developing financial strategies and advice for individuals, families, and businesses, with a focus on retirement planning.
He holds a Bachelor's degree in Finance from Canisius College and has earned professional designations including Accredited Asset Management Specialist (AAMS), CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Patrick has also participated in the Harvard Institute during his time at Advest. Committed to community service, he has been actively involved in local organizations and was recognized with the Paul Harris Award during his tenure as President of the Amherst North Rotary. Patrick resides in Clarence, NY with his wife and three sons.
Based on Merrill
$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)
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
Estero, FL
Connecticut · Florida · New Jersey · New York · Texas
Bank Of America,Na
2009 - Present (17 years)
Merrill
2006 - Present (20 years)
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