Michael Richards is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in developing and implementing wealth management plans tailored to individual and corporate clients. Michael focuses on a Goals Based Wealth Management approach, working closely with clients to assess their financial situations, gather necessary data, and formulate strategies designed to help achieve their financial objectives. Michael also provides retirement plan consulting for corporate clients, leveraging his Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA) designation to oversee investment lineups and ensure fiduciary responsibility compliance. Additionally, he collaborates with commercial bankers to address clients' lending and banking requirements, aiming to deliver comprehensive wealth management services. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Finance from St. John's University and has been with Merrill Lynch since 2013. Michael’s professional credentials include Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). Outside of work, he lives in Sayville, New York, and enjoys following sports teams such as the Yankees, Giants, Knicks, and St. John's University, as well as running and spending time with his wife Jennifer and their friends and family.