Richard Fabian

Advisor at Merrill

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Firm

Merrill

Location

Southbury, CT 06488

Credentials

Series 63, Series 66

Industry experience

11 years

About

Richard Fabian is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. With nearly 20 years of experience, he provides financial planning services aimed at helping clients achieve their financial goals and desired outcomes. Richard utilizes his industry knowledge alongside Merrill's research and resources to develop customized strategies tailored to the unique needs and aspirations of each individual and household.

His client focus includes college education planning, family wealth management, legacy planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, philanthropic planning, socially responsible and ESG investing, sports and entertainment, tax minimization, and retirement income. Richard holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He earned a high school diploma from Flags High School, attended Brooklyn College, and holds a bachelor's degree from Lehman College. He is fluent in English and Spanish.

Outside of his professional work, Richard enjoys adventure sports, baseball, basketball, biking, dancing, music, traveling, watching movies, and spending time with his family.

Expertise

Wealth management Retirement income strategy Charitable giving & philanthropy College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) ESG / Sustainable investing

Demographic focus

Parents

Work history

Bank of America N.A.

2023 - Present (3 years)

Merrill lynch, pierce, Fenner & Smith incorporated

2023 - Present (3 years)

WELLS FARGO Clearing Services, LLC

2016 - 2023 (7 years)

WELLS FARGO Advisors, LLC

2014 - 2016 (2 years)

Wells Fargo Bank, nA

2014 - 2023 (9 years)

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