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26yrs

Marc Spencer

Financial advisor at Merrill

Based in Tampa, Florida, Marc Spencer is a fiduciary financial advisor with 26 years of industry experience. Marc has been with Merrill since 2009; before that, Marc spent two years at Banc of America Investment Services. Merrill offers investment management, retirement plan consulting, and selecting outside investment managers and is paid through a percentage of assets, flat fees, and commissions.

One of 3079 advisors with offices in Tampa, and one of 2910 fiduciaries.

Tampa, FL 33602Top 20% by experience in TampaFiduciary advisor
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At a glance

Experience26 years (since 2000)
How that compares ?Top 20% by experience in Tampa
Office101 E Kennedy Blvd, Tampa, FL 33602
How the firm is paid ?Percent of assets, Flat fee, Commissions
Typical client at the firm ?$860,085
Advisors at the firm25,559
States licensed ?1 state

Services through Merrill

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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Series 63Uniform Securities Agent State Law Examination
Series 66Uniform Combined State Law Examination

Career

  1. 2009 – now
    MerrillCurrent firm
  2. 2007 – 2009
    Banc of America Investment Services, Inc.Previously

Questions to ask Marc

Tailored to Marc’s registration and firm.

  1. What's your succession plan, and who would work with me if you retire?
  2. At a firm this size, will I work with you directly or with a service team?
  3. If you use outside managers, how are they chosen and what do they cost on top of your fee?
  4. Where would my money be held, and will I get statements directly from that firm?
  5. What would I pay in total each year, in dollars, including fund and trading costs?

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About Marc

How do I contact Marc?

Call Marc’s local office at (813) 273-8500 or the Merrill main office at (800) 637-7455, and ask for Marc Spencer.

How long has Marc been a financial advisor?

Marc has been in the industry since 2000, about 26 years. Top 20% by experience in Tampa.

What licenses does Marc hold?

Series 63, Series 66. Tap any license on this page to see what it allows.

Is Marc a fiduciary?

Marc is registered as an investment advisor representative, which carries a fiduciary duty when giving investment advice.

How is Marc paid?

Merrill reports being paid by a percentage of the assets they manage, flat or fixed fees, commissions on some products. Ask Marc for your total yearly cost in dollars.

Official record as of October 3, 2026.

This profile is for information only and is not financial advice or a recommendation.

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