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25yrs

Michael McNicholas

Financial advisor at LPL Financial

Michael McNicholas has worked in the financial industry for 25 years and is a fiduciary financial advisor based in Franklin, Tennessee. After nine years at Securities America Advisors, Michael joined LPL Financial in 2021, a firm offering financial planning, investment management, and educational workshops. LPL Financial reports being paid through a percentage of assets, hourly fees, and flat fees.

One of 669 advisors with offices in Franklin, and one of 593 fiduciaries.

Franklin, TNTop 22% by experience in FranklinFiduciary advisor
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At a glance

Experience25 years (since 2001)
How that compares ?Top 22% by experience in Franklin
OfficeFranklin, TN
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 ?1 state

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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Series 63Uniform Securities Agent State Law Examination
Series 65Uniform Investment Adviser Law Examination

Career

  1. 2021 – now
    LPL Financial LLCCurrent firm
  2. 2013 – 2021
    Securities America Advisors, Inc.Previously

Questions to ask Michael

Tailored to Michael’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. What does a financial plan with you include, and how often is it updated?
  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 Michael

How do I contact Michael?

Call LPL Financial at (704) 733-3300 and ask for Michael McNicholas. Michael works from the Franklin, TN office.

How long has Michael been a financial advisor?

Michael has been in the industry since 2001, about 25 years. Top 22% by experience in Franklin.

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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