Morgan Stanley
47yrs
Top advisor by experience in Bloomfield Hills
39yrs
Robert Cunningham is a fiduciary financial advisor in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, with 39 years in the industry. Robert joined Merrill in 2016, after six years at Morgan Stanley. 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 647 advisors with offices in Bloomfield Hills, and one of 606 fiduciaries.
At a glance
Experience39 years (since 1987)
How that compares ?Top 5% by experience at Merrill
Office39577 Woodward Ave, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48304
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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Career
- 2016 – nowMerrillCurrent firm
- 2010 – 2016Morgan StanleyPreviously
Contact Robert
Local office(248) 647-3300Ask for Robert. (800) 637-7455Main office · New York, NY 39577 Woodward AveBloomfield Hills, MI 48304Office · Get directions
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Questions to ask Robert
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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 Robert
How do I contact Robert?
Call Robert’s local office at (248) 647-3300 or the Merrill main office at (800) 637-7455, and ask for Robert Cunningham.
How long has Robert been a financial advisor?
Robert has been in the industry since 1987, about 39 years. Top 5% by experience at Merrill.
What licenses does Robert hold?
Series 63, Series 65. Tap any license on this page to see what it allows.
Is Robert a fiduciary?
Robert is registered as an investment advisor representative, which carries a fiduciary duty when giving investment advice.
How is Robert paid?
Merrill reports being paid by a percentage of the assets they manage, flat or fixed fees, commissions on some products. Ask Robert 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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