Peter Starrett

Advisor at Merrill

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Credentials

Series 66

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Firm

Merrill

Location

Ridgefield, CT 06877

About

Peter Starrett is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He works with clients to develop personalized financial strategies that address a balanced approach to life and wealth, focusing on multiple priorities including family, health, career, and philanthropy.

Peter specializes in areas such as college education planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, tax minimization, and retirement income. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from Fairfield University and holds professional designations as a Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA).

Committed to community involvement, Peter volunteers with Habitat for Humanity - Fairfield County Coastal Chapter. Outside of his professional work, he enjoys antiquing, boating, fishing, football, golfing, interior decorating, skiing, spending time with his family, and tennis.

Expertise

Wealth management General retirement planning Retirement income strategy Charitable giving & philanthropy College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.)

Work history

BANK of AMERICA, N.A.

2015 - Present (11 years)

Merrill Lynch, PIERCE, FENNER & SMITH INCORPORATED

2011 - Present (15 years)

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