Robert E Kern
Advisor at Merrill — Brentwood, TN 201 Franklin Rd
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Credentials
Series 66
Experience Industry experience
5 years
Location
Brentwood, TN 37027
Merrill
Institution
Robert Kern is a Financial Advisor and Senior Portfolio Advisor at Merrill, where he works with individuals, families, business owners, and retirees. He assists clients in making informed financial decisions and staying focused on their priorities. His approach involves developing tailored strategies that integrate investment management, retirement planning, risk management, and estate considerations.
Robert addresses key client concerns such as retirement readiness, income generation in retirement, tax efficiency, investment risk, and legacy planning. He emphasizes a long-term perspective in investing, aiming to build strategies that support clients' goals through changing markets and life circumstances. His professional designations include Accredited Asset Management Specialist (AAMS), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He holds a bachelor's degree from Southern Illinois University.
Outside of his professional role, Robert enjoys outdoor activities, cooking, exercising, reading, and spending time with family and friends. He is involved in community organizations such as The Store, Habitat for Humanity, Second Harvest Food Bank, and the Williamson County Animal Center. He is also a member of the Williamson County Chamber of Commerce.
Based on Merrill
SEC-reported: Commissions on certain transactions, including foreign securities and fixed income; mark-ups, markdowns and dealer spreads may apply to some trades.
Brentwood, TN 201 Franklin Rd
201 Franklin Rd
Brentwood TN 37027
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41
Tennessee · Texas
5 years of industry experience
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2020 - 2022 • 2 years
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suntrust Bank
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2016 - 2018 • 2 years
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American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers
2016 - 2016 • 1 year
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