John Doscher

Advisor at Merrill

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Credentials

Series 63

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Firm

Merrill

Location

Ridgefield, CT 06877

About

John Doscher is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He focuses on generating income, prudent growth, and tax efficiencies for his clients by utilizing Merrill model portfolios alongside selected independent managers for specialized investments. His client base includes corporate executives, attorneys, accountants, entrepreneurs, and multiple generations of families across more than 15 states, most of whom are focused on retirement planning and wealth preservation.

With decades of experience in institutional and advisory roles, John has specialized expertise in employee stock option and executive compensation programs. He collaborates closely with clients’ CPAs and attorneys to integrate tax minimization and estate planning strategies and provides access to residential and securities-based lending through Bank of America. His background in sociology and anthropology supports his approach to understanding clients’ personal concerns and family dynamics, often involving both spouses and grown children in the financial planning process.

John holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Denver and the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He is an active member of the Greater Danbury Chamber of Commerce and the Greater Valley Chamber of Commerce and participates in community activities sponsored by Bank of America. Outside of work, John enjoys spinning, skiing, snowshoeing, tennis, and traveling to Spain and Puerto Rico.

Expertise

Retirement income strategy Wealth management Tax-loss harvesting Equity Recipients (RS/RSU, SOP, ESPP) General estate planning guidance

Occupation focus

Executive Attorney Founder/Business Owner

Demographic focus

Established Professionals Approaching retirement Married/Couples/Partners Parents Values-based investing

Work history

Bank Of America N.A.

2014 - Present (12 years)

Merrill Lynch, PIERCE, FENNER & SMITH INCORPORATED

2014 - Present (12 years)

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