Scott Patterson
Advisor at Merrill
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Advisor at Merrill
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Location
Charlottesville, VA 22911
Credentials
Series 66
Industry experience
25 years
Scott Patterson is a Wealth Management Advisor based in the Charlottesville, VA office of Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. A graduate of the United States Naval Academy, Scott served 33 years in the U.S. Navy and currently holds the rank of Captain in the Navy Reserves. His military assignments include roles such as Chief of Staff (Reserves) for training with the Joint Staff, Operational and Contingency Planner for the US European Command, Force Protection Officer for the 6th Fleet in the Mediterranean, and command of multiple Navy Reserve units. Additionally, he served as a Command Financial Specialist, supporting military personnel in understanding financial matters related to investments and debt.
With more than 25 years of experience in financial services, Scott assists clients with retirement, investment, college, and business planning. His wealth management approach is consultative and objective, focusing on fully understanding the client’s financial picture, embracing their goals, and providing tailored strategies to address their needs. He holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and is a member of the US Naval Academy Alumni Association.
Scott is active in his community through volunteer roles including serving as Nation Chief in the YMCA Indian Princess Program and coaching youth soccer for SOCA. He and his wife reside in Keswick, VA, where they enjoy bicycling with their children, Makenna and Ryland. His community involvement also includes participation in Flags Across America and Habitat for Humanity.
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
650 Peter Jefferson Pkwy
Charlottesville, VA 22911
New Jersey · Pennsylvania · Texas · Virginia
Bank Of America, N.a.
2009 - Present (17 years)
Merrill
2001 - Present (25 years)
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