Stifel, Nicolaus & Company
44yrs
Top advisor by experience in Stockton
28yrs
Based in Stockton, California, Brian Soon is a fiduciary financial advisor with 28 years of industry experience. Brian has been with Merrill since 2013; before that, Brian spent a year at Charles Schwab & CO.. 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 123 advisors with offices in Stockton, and one of 99 fiduciaries.
At a glance
Experience28 years (since 1998)
How that compares ?Top 19% by experience at Merrill
Office3255 W March Ln, Stockton, CA 95219
FirmMerrill
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 ?2 states
Services through Merrill
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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Series 66Uniform Combined State Law Examination
Career
Contact Brian
Local office(209) 472-3512Ask for Brian. (800) 637-7455Main office · New York, NY 3255 W March LnStockton, CA 95219Office · Get directions
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Questions to ask Brian
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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 Brian
How do I contact Brian?
Call Brian’s local office at (209) 472-3512 or the Merrill main office at (800) 637-7455, and ask for Brian Soon.
How long has Brian been a financial advisor?
Brian has been in the industry since 1998, about 28 years. Top 19% by experience at Merrill.
What licenses does Brian hold?
Series 66. Tap any license on this page to see what it allows.
Is Brian a fiduciary?
Brian is registered as an investment advisor representative, which carries a fiduciary duty when giving investment advice.
How is Brian paid?
Merrill reports being paid by a percentage of the assets they manage, flat or fixed fees, commissions on some products. Ask Brian 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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