Tamar Barnaba is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in Pasadena, California. She advises individuals, families, and businesses, helping clients clarify their financial goals and advance those objectives through customized strategies. Tamar works with a diverse client base, including business owners, executives, professionals, and retirees, providing guidance on areas such as retirement income, executive compensation, family wealth management, and legacy planning. She emphasizes attentive listening and collaboration, coordinating with clients’ external tax and legal advisors when appropriate.
With over fifteen years of experience in financial services, Tamar began her career at Citi, where she held roles including Wealth Relationship Manager and Personal Banker. She holds the Series 6, 7, and 66 FINRA registrations, along with life and health insurance licenses. Additionally, Tamar has earned professional designations as a Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). She is fluent in English, Arabic, Armenian, and Turkish.
Tamar is a first-generation American who values the opportunity represented by the American dream. Outside of her professional duties, she enjoys spending time with her husband and son, engaging in cooking, baking, family traditions, traveling, and beach outings. She has a personal philosophy focused on developing individualized financial strategies tailored to each client’s long-term goals.