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Merlin Ames is a financial advisor with over 16 years of experience in the financial services industry. Merlin is currently registered with Arete Wealth Advisors, LLC, which is headquartered in Chicago, IL. Merlin has previously worked with several other firms, including National Securities Corporation and Edward Jones. He is a registered investment advisor and holds both Series 63 and 65 licenses. Merlin is also a Registered Representative of National Securities Corporation, which allows him to sell securities, including fixed insurance products, to individuals and families. Merlin is a specialist in retirement planning, investment management and estate planning. He has earned designations in various financial areas, including 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 and 9, which are not defined in the JSON data.
Advisors offer a broad range of advisory services designed to meet the unique needs of individuals, businesses, and investment companies. These services provide professional guidance and personalized strategies to help clients achieve their financial goals.
Comprehensive financial plans to help you achieve your personal and business goals.
Guidance on pension options to ensure a secure financial future.
Helps you choose top advisors aligned with your financial goals.
Custom portfolio management strategies for businesses to achieve long-term growth.
Personalized portfolio management to meet individual financial objectives.
Non-discretionary investment advice regarding securities of affiliates of masterworks.io, llc.
Advisors may be compensated through a variety of fee structures, offering flexibility and transparency. This allows clients to choose the arrangement that best aligns with their financial objectives.
Set rates for specific services, regardless of time or assets managed.
A percentage of the total value of assets under management is charged.
Fees calculated based on the performance of your investments relative to a benchmark.
Sharing in underwriting fees from an affiliated broker-dealer
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2
IL
07/22/2022 - Present
Arete Wealth Advisors, LLC (CHICAGO IL)
WI
05/11/2016 - 07/21/2022
NATIONAL SECURITIES CORPORATION (LANCASTER WI)
WI
05/13/2011 - 05/12/2016
RIDGEWAY & CONGER, INC. (LANCASTER WI)
WI
08/08/2006 - 03/07/2011
EDWARD JONES (LANCASTER WI)
IA
Issued 03/27/2018
Series 65 - Uniform Investment Adviser Law Examination
BC
Issued 08/10/2006
Series 63 - Uniform Securities Agent State Law Examination
BC
Issued 10/01/2018
SIE - Securities Industry Essentials Examination
BC
Issued 08/07/2006
Series 7 - General Securities Representative Examination
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FINRA
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