Stifel, Nicolaus & Company
47yrs
Top 1% by experience in Houston
28yrs
Michael Smith has worked in the financial industry for 28 years and is a fiduciary financial advisor based in Houston, Texas. After four years at UBS Financial Services, Michael joined J.P. Morgan Securities in 2026, a firm offering financial planning, investment management, and retirement plan consulting. The firm is paid through a percentage of assets.
One of 4968 advisors with offices in Houston, and one of 4448 fiduciaries.
At a glance
Experience28 years (since 1998)
How that compares ?Top 7% by experience at J.P. Morgan Securities
Office600 Travis St Floor 09, Houston, TX 77002
How the firm is paid ?Percent of assets, Other
Typical client at the firm ?$318,381
Advisors at the firm14,316
States licensed ?1 state
Services through J.P. Morgan Securities
Financial planningInvestment management for individuals and small businessesInvestment management for businesses and institutionsRetirement plan consultingChoosing other investment managers
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Licenses
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Career
- Aug 2026 – nowJ.P. Morgan Securities LLCCurrent firm
- 2022 – 2026UBS Financial Services Inc.Previously
Contact Michael
Local office(713) 216-3773Ask for Michael. (800) 999-2000Main office · New York, NY 600 Travis St Floor 09Houston, TX 77002Office · Get directions Firm websitewealthpartners.jpmorgan.com
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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?
- 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 Michael
How do I contact Michael?
Call Michael’s local office at (713) 216-3773 or the J.P. Morgan Securities main office at (800) 999-2000, and ask for Michael Smith.
How long has Michael been a financial advisor?
Michael has been in the industry since 1998, about 28 years. Top 7% by experience at J.P. Morgan Securities.
What licenses does Michael hold?
Series 63, Series 66. 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?
J.P. Morgan Securities reports being paid by a percentage of the assets they manage, other 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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