Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith
47yrs
Top advisor by experience in Indianapolis
42yrs
Brian Deckard
Financial advisor at Morgan Stanley
At a glance
Experience42 years (since 1984)
How that compares ?Top 2% by experience in Indiana
Office800 East 96th Street Suite 400, Indianapolis, IN 46240
FirmMorgan Stanley
How the firm is paid ?Percent of assets, Flat fee, Commissions, Performance fee, Other
States licensed ?2 states
Services through Morgan Stanley
Financial planningInvestment management for individuals and small businessesManaging mutual fundsInvestment management for businesses and institutionsRetirement plan consultingChoosing other investment managersEducational seminars and workshopsOther services
Specialties, designations like CFP®, and languages spoken appear here when advisors claim their profiles.
Licenses
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Uniform Securities Agent State Law Examination
Career
- 2009 – nowMorgan StanleyCurrent firm
- 1998 – 2009Citigroup Global Markets Inc.Previously
Questions to ask Brian
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- What's your succession plan, and who would work with me if you retire?
- At a firm this size, will I work with you directly or with a service team?
- Your firm can charge performance-based fees. Would that apply to me?
- What does a financial plan with you include, and how often is it updated?
- If you use outside managers, how are they chosen and what do they cost on top of your fee?
- Where would my money be held, and will I get statements directly from that firm?
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About Brian
How do I contact Brian?
Call Morgan Stanley at 914-225-5510 and ask for Brian Deckard. Brian works from the Indianapolis, IN office.
How long has Brian been a financial advisor?
Brian has been in the industry since 1984, about 42 years. Top 2% by experience in Indiana.
What licenses does Brian hold?
Series 63. Tap any license on this page to see what it allows.
Is Brian a fiduciary?
Brian is registered with an advisory firm. Ask whether they act as a fiduciary for all the advice they give you.
How is Brian paid?
Morgan Stanley reports being paid by a percentage of the assets they manage, flat or fixed fees, commissions on some products, a share of investment gains, other fees. Ask Brian for your total yearly cost in dollars.
Official record as of October 2, 2026.
This profile is for information only and is not financial advice or a recommendation.
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