Todd Jacob Dates
Advisor at Merrill — Wayne, NJ State Route 23
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Credentials
Series 66
Experience Industry experience
25 years
Location
Wayne, NJ 07470
Merrill
Institution
Todd Dates is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He began his career in financial services in 1998 and has extensive experience in wealth management. Over the years, Todd has worked with firms including Merrill, Smith Barney, and Morgan Stanley, returning to Merrill Lynch in 2016. He focuses on family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, socially responsible and values-based investing, tax minimization, and retirement income.
Todd holds a bachelor's degree from Montclair State University and is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Throughout his career, he has emphasized building durable client relationships based on exemplary service, accuracy, timely responsiveness, and proactive communication. He attributes much of his success to attentiveness and accessibility, serving multiple generations of clients.
Residing in Wayne with his wife and two sons, Todd enjoys running, reading, and spending time with his family. Committed to community involvement, he participates in volunteer activities reflecting Merrill's tradition of engagement in the communities served.
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Wayne, NJ State Route 23
1700 State Route 23
Wayne NJ 07470
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25 years of industry experience
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