Stephen Buery
Advisor at Merrill
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Firm
Merrill
Location
Rockledge, FL 32955
Credentials
Series 63, Series 66
Industry experience
22 years
About
Stephen Buery is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in the Merritt Island office. He has been with Merrill since 2003, providing financial and wealth management strategies to individuals, senior-level executives, business owners, non-profit institutions, endowments, and estates. His areas of expertise include divorce transition planning, family wealth management, legacy planning, philanthropic planning, retirement income, and portfolio management services.
Stephen holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Aviation Business Administration from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and is a licensed private pilot. He has earned several professional designations, including Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). His approach focuses on understanding clients' specific situations and goals to develop personalized financial strategies.
In addition to his professional work, Stephen is involved in community service with organizations such as the Boy Scouts of America and the Community Services Council. He resides in Melbourne, Florida, with his wife and two daughters. His personal interests include golf, cycling, motorcycle riding, adventure sports, biking, camping, and rock climbing.
Client services
Based on Merrill
Portfolio management
Pension consulting
Selection of other advisers
Educational seminars or workshops
Performance measurement reports, allocation modeling, ips, research reports and services, see schedule d
Performance measurement reports, allocation modeling, ips, research reports and services, see schedule d
Expertise
Wealth management
Retirement income strategy
General retirement planning
Concentrated stock management
Charitable giving & philanthropy
Occupation focus
Executive
Founder/Business Owner
Location
6525 3 Rd St
Rockledge, FL 32955
Most active in
Stephen B has reported serving >5 clients in these states in the last 12 months.
Florida · Texas
Work history
Bank Of America, N.a.
2011 - Present (15 years)
Merrill
2004 - Present (22 years)
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