Steven Sizemore

Advisor at Merrill

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Firm

Merrill

Location

Fort Myers, FL 33907

Credentials

Series 66

Industry experience

20 years

About

Steven Sizemore is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He began his career at Merrill Lynch in 2004 as a Client Associate immediately after earning a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance from Elon University. He became a Financial Advisor in 2005 and focuses on wealth management planning, portfolio construction, and delivering responsive financial management through consistent communication with clients.

Steven specializes in family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, retirement income, portfolio management, and tax minimization. He works closely with clients to design and construct portfolios that balance participation in favorable markets with protection during downturns, ensuring that investment objectives align with client goals. He holds professional designations including Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA).

Beyond his advisory role, Steven is active in the Fort Myers community, serving on the Board of Directors for the Edison Festival of Light and South Fort Myers Youth Baseball. He has also been involved with various non-profit boards and coaches youth baseball. In 2008, he received the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s "Man of the Year" award. Steven resides in Fort Myers with his wife, Paula, and their three sons. His personal interests include fishing, golfing, boating, and spending time with his family.

Expertise

Wealth management Retirement income strategy General retirement planning Retirement withdrawal strategies Charitable giving & philanthropy

Demographic focus

Parents Mid-Career Professionals Women Professionals

Work history

Bank Of America, N.A.

2009 - Present (17 years)

Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated

2004 - Present (22 years)

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Dave F

CFP®, ChFC®

Fort Myers, FL

SmartPath Advisors

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General retirement planning Mid-Career Professionals Gen X (Born 1965-1980)

Rodica R

Series 63, Series 66

Estero, FL

Fidelity

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General retirement planning Wealth management

Shelby K

Series 66

Ft Myers, FL

Edward Jones

College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) Divorce financial planning General estate planning guidance Retirement income strategy

Taylor S

CFP®, Series 66

Ft Myers, FL

Edward Jones

Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Charitable giving & philanthropy Business ownership considerations General estate planning guidance General retirement planning Founder/Business Owner

Shelli G

Series 66

Fort Myers, FL

Merrill

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General retirement planning Retirement income strategy Wealth management ESG / Sustainable investing College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) Women Professionals

Kip H

Series 66

Fort Myers, FL

Edward Jones

Retirement income strategy General retirement planning Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) Wealth management
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