Patrick Sturm
Advisor at Merit Financial Advisors
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Advisor at Merit Financial Advisors
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Location
Middleton, WI 53562
Credentials
Series 63, Series 66
Industry experience
25 years
Patrick Sturm is a financial advisor at Merit Financial Advisors with 25 years of industry experience. He previously worked for 12 years at Pillar Wealth Management Co., which he remains involved with as a principal during its transition period. Merit Financial Group, LLC is an SEC-registered advisory firm managing approximately $10.6 billion for a diverse client base that includes individuals, businesses, retirement plan sponsors, and charitable organizations. The firm employs a long-term, diversified investment approach using model portfolios and customizable sleeves, overseen by a central Investment Management team and Investment Committee.
Based on Merit Financial Advisors
Based on Merit Financial Advisors
Financial planning flat fees up to $100,000, prorated and payable monthly or quarterly
$0 - $100,000: 1.50% $100,000 - $250,000: 1.25% Above $250,000+: 1.00%
Hourly rates for financial planning services (specific rates not stated)
Ongoing financial planning fees payable annually, quarterly, or monthly
1350 Deming Way #480
Middleton, WI 53562
Texas · Wisconsin
Merit Financial Advisors
2025 - Present (1 year)
Pillar Wealth Management Co.
2013 - 2025 (12 years)
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