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Thomas Ladell Boyd Jr
Financial advisor at Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith
At a glance
Experience36 years (since 1990)
How that compares ?Top 6% by experience in Tupelo
Office144 S Thomas St, Tupelo, MS 38801
How the firm is paid ?Percent of assets, Flat fee, Commissions
States licensed ?2 states
Services through Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith
Investment management for individuals and small businessesInvestment management for businesses and institutionsRetirement plan consultingChoosing other investment managersEducational seminars and workshopsOther services
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Licenses
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Uniform Securities Agent State Law Examination
Uniform Investment Adviser Law Examination
Career
- 1998 – nowMerrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith IncorporatedCurrent firm
Questions to ask Thomas
Tailored to Thomas’s registration and firm.
- 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?
- 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?
- What would I pay in total each year, in dollars, including fund and trading costs?
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About Thomas
How do I contact Thomas?
Call Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith at 800-637-7455 and ask for Thomas Ladell Boyd Jr. Thomas works from the Tupelo, MS office.
How long has Thomas been a financial advisor?
Thomas has been in the industry since 1990, about 36 years. Top 6% by experience in Tupelo.
What licenses does Thomas hold?
Series 63, Series 65. Tap any license on this page to see what it allows.
Is Thomas a fiduciary?
Thomas is registered as an investment advisor representative, which carries a fiduciary duty when giving investment advice.
How is Thomas paid?
Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith reports being paid by a percentage of the assets they manage, flat or fixed fees, commissions on some products. Ask Thomas 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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