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Top advisor by experience in Suffolk
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Michael Chinn is a fiduciary financial advisor in Suffolk, Virginia, with 29 years in the industry. Michael joined LPL Financial in 2020, after 11 years at Nationwide Securities and four years at 1717 Capital Management. LPL Financial offers financial planning, investment management, and educational workshops and is paid through a percentage of assets, hourly fees, and flat fees.
One of 46 advisors with offices in Suffolk, and one of 43 fiduciaries.
At a glance
Experience29 years (since 1997)
How that compares ?Top 18% by experience nationwide
OfficeSuffolk, VA
FirmLPL Financial
How the firm is paid ?Percent of assets, Hourly, Flat fee
Typical client at the firm ?$399,489
Advisors at the firm23,459
States licensed ?2 states
Services through LPL Financial
Financial planningInvestment management for individuals and small businessesInvestment management for businesses and institutionsEducational seminars and workshopsOther services
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Licenses
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Career
- 2020 – nowLPL Financial LLCCurrent firm
- 2008 – 2020Nationwide Securities, LLCPreviously
- 2004 – 20081717 Capital Management CompanyPreviously
- 1999 – 2004Morgan Stanley DW Inc.Previously
Contact Michael
(704) 733-3300Firm headquarters in Fort Mill, SC. Ask for Michael. Suffolk, VAOffice · Get directions Facebook pageLPL FinancialIs this you? Claim your free profile to add a direct line, email, photo, and specialties.
Questions to ask Michael
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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?
- What does a financial plan with you include, and how often is it updated?
- 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 Michael
How do I contact Michael?
Call LPL Financial at (704) 733-3300 and ask for Michael Chinn. Michael works from the Suffolk, VA office.
How long has Michael been a financial advisor?
Michael has been in the industry since 1997, about 29 years. Top 18% by experience nationwide.
What licenses does Michael hold?
Series 63, Series 65. Tap any license on this page to see what it allows.
Is Michael a fiduciary?
Michael is registered as an investment advisor representative, which carries a fiduciary duty when giving investment advice.
How is Michael paid?
LPL Financial reports being paid by a percentage of the assets they manage, hourly fees, flat or fixed fees. Ask Michael 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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