Jose Lopez Rodriguez

Advisor at Merrill

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Firm

Merrill

Location

Celebration, FL 34747

Credentials

Series 66

Industry experience

3 years

About

Jose Lopez Rodriguez is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role, he focuses on understanding clients' priorities to help them develop financial strategies aimed at achieving their short-, mid-, and long-term goals. He provides guidance in areas such as general investing, retirement planning, philanthropic planning, LGBT wealth planning, and retirement income, while also facilitating access to Bank of America specialists for services including banking, credit, lending, and small business solutions.

Raised in the Dominican Republic by parents with careers in banking, Jose developed an early understanding of the importance of guiding clients toward meaningful financial objectives. He earned a Bachelor's Degree from American University and holds professional designations including Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Jose is a member of Sigma Chi Fraternity and communicates with clients in both English and Spanish.

Outside of his professional responsibilities, Jose enjoys fishing, horseback riding, skiing, traveling, and spending time with his family. He lives in Washington, DC, with his Standard Schnauzer, Mangu.

Expertise

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

Demographic focus

LGBTQIA

Work history

Bank of America, N.A.

2023 - Present (3 years)

Merrill lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated

2019 - Present (7 years)

Mobilityworks

2015 - 2019 (4 years)

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