Trisha Arensman

Advisor at Merrill

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Firm

Merrill

Location

Indianapolis, IN 46204

Credentials

Series 66

Industry experience

16 years

About

Trisha Arensman serves as a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She brings decades of experience as a financial advisor, accountant, consultant, and 401(k) provider to her role, applying a distinct skillset developed through her professional background and family influences. Trisha is committed to serving the best interests of her clients, including families, business owners, and their employees.

Her areas of expertise include divorce transition planning, family wealth management strategies, and portfolio management services. Trisha focuses on crafting customized financial plans by working closely with clients to understand their unique goals and priorities. She draws upon her industry knowledge and insights to identify gaps in clients’ financial pictures and to offer strategies aligned with their aspirations.

Trisha holds a Bachelor’s degree from Miami University and professional designations including Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). Outside of work, she enjoys boating, fishing, golfing, singing, spending time with her family, playing table tennis, traveling, and watching movies.

Expertise

Retirement income strategy Income planning Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Wealth management Business ownership considerations

Occupation focus

Founder/Business Owner Executive

Demographic focus

Mid-Career Professionals Young Families

Work history

Merrill lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated

2008 - Present (18 years)

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