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Michael Robert Ford

Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Inc.

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About Michael Robert Ford

Michael Robert Ford is a financial advisor with over 30 years of experience in the financial industry. Michael has been registered with Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Inc. since 2009, and previously worked with firms such as Citigroup Global Markets Inc., Legg Mason Wood Walker, Incorporated, Morgan Stanley DW Inc. and Smith Barney Shearson Inc. Michael has a broad range of experience, and is registered with FINRA, as well as in multiple states across the US. Michael provides a variety of advisory services, including portfolio management for individuals and businesses, pension consulting, educational seminars, and selection of other advisers. Michael’s clients include high-net-worth individuals, corporations, charitable organizations, and pension and profit-sharing plans.

Firm Information

Michael Ford is currently registered with Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Inc.. Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Inc., established in 1958, is a corporation headquartered in NEW YORK, NY. They offer a wide range of financial services, including portfolio management for individuals and businesses, pension consulting, and educational seminars. They are registered with the SEC and in all 50 states, with over 26,000 investment advisor representatives and registered representatives. Their services target high-net-worth individuals, corporations, pension and profit sharing plans, charitable organizations, and insurance companies. They manage assets exceeding $1 trillion, demonstrating their extensive experience in the financial industry.
Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Inc.

ONE BRYANT PARK

NEW YORK, NY 10036

$1.27T

Assets Under Management

16,965

Total Clients

25,158

Total Financial Advisors

Services Offered

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.

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pension consulting services

Guidance on pension options to ensure a secure financial future.

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educational seminars & workshops

Seminars designed to boost your financial literacy and investment knowledge.

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selection of other advisors

Helps you choose top advisors aligned with your financial goals.

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portfolio management for businesses

Custom portfolio management strategies for businesses to achieve long-term growth.

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portfolio management for individuals

Personalized portfolio management to meet individual financial objectives.

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performance measurement reports, allocation modeling, ips, research reports and services, see schedule d

Performance measurement reports, allocation modeling, ips, research reports and services, see schedule d

Fee Structure

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.

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fixed fees

Set rates for specific services, regardless of time or assets managed.

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commissions

Earned based on transactions or products sold.

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percentage of assets

A percentage of the total value of assets under management is charged.

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Michael Ford’s Registration & Firm History

MD

06/23/2022 - Present

Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Inc. (HUNT VALLEY MD)

MD

02/21/2006 - 04/27/2009

CITIGROUP GLOBAL MARKETS INC. (HUNT VALLEY MD)

MD

11/14/2003 - 02/21/2006

LEGG MASON WOOD WALKER, INCORPORATED (BALTIMORE MD)

NY

01/07/1994 - 11/17/2003

MORGAN STANLEY DW INC. (PURCHASE NY)

NY

04/07/1989 - 01/26/1994

SMITH BARNEY SHEARSON INC. (NEW YORK NY)

NA

05/21/1985 - 04/27/1989

MERRILL LYNCH, PIERCE, FENNER & SMITH INCORPORATED

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Licenses & Designations

IA

Issued 01/26/1993

Series 65 - Uniform Investment Adviser Law Examination

BC

Issued 06/19/1985

Series 63 - Uniform Securities Agent State Law Examination

BC

Issued 01/02/2023

Series 10 - General Securities Sales Supervisor - General Module Examination

BC

Issued 01/02/2023

Series 9 - General Securities Sales Supervisor - Options Module Examination

BC

Issued 01/05/1995

Series 8 - General Securities Sales Supervisor Examination (Options Module & General Module)

BC

Issued 10/01/2018

SIE - Securities Industry Essentials Examination

BC

Issued 08/21/2001

Series 31 - Futures Managed Funds Examination

BC

Issued 05/18/1985

Series 7 - General Securities Representative Examination

State Registrations

Active

Inactive

SRO Registrations

C

Cboe BYX Exchange, Inc.

C

Cboe BZX Exchange, Inc.

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Cboe Exchange, Inc.

F

FINRA

I

Investors' Exchange LLC

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Nasdaq Stock Market

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New York Stock Exchange

Disclosures

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