Merrill
36yrs
Top advisor by experience in Ontario
28yrs
Allen Block has worked in the financial industry for 28 years and is a fiduciary financial advisor based in Ontario, California. After seven years at Banc of America Investment Services, Allen joined Merrill in 2009, a firm offering investment management, retirement plan consulting, and selecting outside investment managers. Merrill reports being paid through a percentage of assets, flat fees, and commissions.
One of 100 advisors with offices in Ontario, and one of 92 fiduciaries.
At a glance
Experience28 years (since 1998)
How that compares ?Top 15% by experience in Ontario
Office901 Via Piemonte, Ontario, CA 91764
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 Allen
Local office(909) 476-5100Ask for Allen. (800) 637-7455Main office · New York, NY 901 Via PiemonteOntario, CA 91764Office · Get directions
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Questions to ask Allen
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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 Allen
How do I contact Allen?
Call Allen’s local office at (909) 476-5100 or the Merrill main office at (800) 637-7455, and ask for Allen Block.
How long has Allen been a financial advisor?
Allen has been in the industry since 1998, about 28 years. Top 15% by experience in Ontario.
What licenses does Allen hold?
Series 66. Tap any license on this page to see what it allows.
Is Allen a fiduciary?
Allen is registered as an investment advisor representative, which carries a fiduciary duty when giving investment advice.
How is Allen paid?
Merrill reports being paid by a percentage of the assets they manage, flat or fixed fees, commissions on some products. Ask Allen 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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