Stephen Shaner
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
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Credentials
Series 66
Industry experience
9 years
Stephen Shaner is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, based in the Greater Los Angeles Area. He joined the team in 2016 after beginning his career as a litigation associate at a national law firm. His background in law provides him with a detailed understanding of the complex needs of clients and the importance of listening to their situations and goals to develop effective financial strategies.
Stephen’s expertise includes college education planning, investment consulting for defined contribution plans, legacy planning, liquidity management, personal retirement planning, socially responsible and ESG investing, sports and entertainment, tax minimization, and retirement income. He serves as a senior partner on a dedicated wealth management team, working collaboratively with clients to design and implement personalized financial plans addressing all aspects of their financial lives.
Stephen holds a Bachelor’s degree in Applied Economics from Cornell University (2008) and a Juris Doctorate degree from Loyola Law School (2013). He is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and has expertise in the Sports & Entertainment sector. Outside of work, Stephen enjoys golfing, ice skating, skiing, swimming, watching movies, and spending time with his family.
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
520 Newport Center Dr
Newport Beach, CA 92660
California · Texas
Bank of AMerica, N.A.
2016 - Present (10 years)
Merrill
2016 - Present (10 years)
Ropers, Majeski, Kohn & Bentley, PC
2013 - 2016 (3 years)
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