Bowling Green, KY Office

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Firm-wide stats for Merrill

Total advisors

25,562

Across 3,167 offices

Clients per advisor

70 Very Low

Avg AUM per client

$860,085 Very High

HNW client ratio

29% High

About

Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC (MAA), provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions (SPS) Program. The firm offers model‑based and discretionary strategies constructed by internal Chief Investment Office (CIO) teams and third‑party style managers and implements trading, account administration and custody support for individuals, high‑net‑worth clients, pension and profit‑sharing plans, corporations and charitable organizations.

Portfolio implementation varies by Strategy: some are model‑based where MAA implements CIO or style manager models, while others authorize third‑party Discretionary Managers to execute trades directly; the CIO also uses strategic and tactical asset allocation and offers “tax aware” versions of related strategies for higher tax‑sensitivity investors. Cash allocations are typically swept through the Bank’s Cash Sweep Program or invested in money market alternatives, and clients can request reasonable investment restrictions (which MAA may accept or decline and may have limited effect where Funds are used).

Several features in the brochure distinguish Merrill from many peers: as part of the Bank of America group it has affiliates that operate in swaps and derivatives markets and it has disclosed planned arrangements to receive “Support Fees” and to offer optional Data Analytics to third‑party firms beginning January 1, 2027 (the brochure notes Merrill will not receive Support Fees for accounts enrolled in the SPS Program). The firm also discloses multiple SEC administrative orders and related enforcement matters (including a 2025 order with a $25 million civil penalty related to cash sweep disclosures), and the Program materials do not present the SPS service as a source of standalone financial planning.

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Expertise

Tax-loss harvesting Active portfolio management Wealth management

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Location

340 E Main Ave

Bowling Green KY 42101

Advisors at this office

3

Advisors at this office

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Kayla T

Series 66

Bowling Green, KY

Merrill

Kayla Thomason is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Merrill in Bowling Green, KY, with six years of industry experience. Her career includes roles at Service One Credit Union and Bank of America, N.A., and she has taught yoga classes as a registered instructor. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions with model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Tax-loss harvesting Active portfolio management Wealth management

Kyle G

Series 66

Bowling Green, KY

Merrill

Kyle Gabehart is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he serves as a Merrill Financial Solutions Advisor. In his role, he works closely with clients to understand their financial priorities and develop strategies aligned with their short-, mid-, and long-term goals. Kyle offers guidance on a range of financial matters, including general investing, retirement planning, and saving for unforeseen expenses. He also provides clients with access to Bank of America specialists for banking, credit, home financing, and small business solutions. Kyle holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned a Bachelor's Degree from Western Kentucky University. His approach involves ongoing discussions with clients to address their goals, concerns, and questions, allowing him to provide continuous advice and support as their financial needs evolve.

General retirement planning Wealth management

Joseph L

Series 66

Bowling Green, KY

Merrill

Joseph Laverty serves as a Financial Advisor within Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in Bowling Green, KY. He works collaboratively with clients to develop tailored financial plans and investment strategies that address their unique goals. Joseph's client focus includes areas such as college education planning, employee benefits, family wealth management, liquidity management, retirement planning, philanthropic planning, portfolio management, and small business strategies. Joseph holds a Bachelor's Degree from Ohio State University and has earned multiple professional designations including Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (AWMA), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). He is affiliated with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management and is committed to simplifying complex financial concepts to provide an immersive planning experience tailored to each client. Outside of his professional work, Joseph is involved with the Salvation Army and enjoys personal interests such as football, golfing, running, and tennis.

Wealth management College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) Business exit / sale strategy
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