Stifel, Nicolaus &
47yrs
Top 1% by experience in Houston
45yrs
Henry White Goodwin
Financial advisor at Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith
At a glance
Experience45 years (since 1981)
How that compares ?Top 1% by experience in Houston
Office800 Capitol St, Houston, TX 77002
How the firm is paid ?Percent of assets, Flat fee, Commissions
States licensed ?1 state
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
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
- 1983 – nowMerrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith IncorporatedCurrent firm
Questions to ask Henry
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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?
- 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 Henry
How do I contact Henry?
Call Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith at 800-637-7455 and ask for Henry White Goodwin. Henry works from the Houston, TX office.
How long has Henry been a financial advisor?
Henry has been in the industry since 1981, about 45 years. Top 1% by experience in Houston.
What licenses does Henry hold?
Series 63. Tap any license on this page to see what it allows.
Is Henry a fiduciary?
Henry is registered with an advisory firm. Ask whether they act as a fiduciary for all the advice they give you.
How is Henry 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 Henry 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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