Brett David
Full name on record: Brett E David
Financial advisor at Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith
Brett David is a fiduciary financial advisor in Alpharetta, Georgia, with 24 years in the industry. Brett joined Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith in 2003, a firm offering investment management, retirement plan consulting, and selecting outside investment managers. The firm is paid through a percentage of assets, flat fees, and commissions.
One of 1197 advisors with offices in Alpharetta, and one of 1131 fiduciaries.
At a glance
Services through Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith
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Licenses
Exams passed, from the official record. Tap a license to see what it allows.
Career
- 2003 – now
Questions to ask Brett
Tailored to Brett’s registration and firm.
- 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?
My notes and scorecard
About Brett
How do I contact Brett?
Call Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith at 800-637-7455 and ask for Brett David. Brett works from the Alpharetta, GA office.
How long has Brett been a financial advisor?
Brett has been in the industry since 2003, about 24 years. More experience than 72% of advisors at Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith.
What licenses does Brett hold?
Series 66. Tap any license on this page to see what it allows.
Is Brett a fiduciary?
Brett is registered as an investment advisor representative, which carries a fiduciary duty when giving investment advice.
How is Brett paid?
Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith reports being paid by a percentage of the assets they manage, flat or fixed fees, commissions on some products. Ask Brett 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.