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47yrs
Top advisor by experience in Illinois
15yrs
Peter Smith
Financial advisor at Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith
At a glance
Experience15 years (since 2011)
How that compares ?More experience than 56% of advisors in Chicago
Office110 N Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60606
How the firm is paid ?Percent of assets, Flat fee, Commissions
States licensed ?1 state
Services through Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith
Investment management for individuals and small businessesInvestment management for businesses and institutionsRetirement plan consultingChoosing other investment managersEducational seminars and workshopsOther services
Specialties, designations like CFP®, and languages spoken appear here when advisors claim their profiles.
Licenses
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Uniform Securities Agent State Law Examination
Uniform Investment Adviser Law Examination
Career
- 2020 – nowMerrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith IncorporatedCurrent firm
- 2016 – 2020Wells Fargo Clearing Services, LLCPreviously
- 2013 – 2016Credit Suisse Securities (usa) LLCPreviously
Questions to ask Peter
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- 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 Peter
How do I contact Peter?
Call Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith at 800-637-7455 and ask for Peter Smith. Peter works from the Chicago, IL office.
How long has Peter been a financial advisor?
Peter has been in the industry since 2011, about 15 years. More experience than 56% of advisors in Chicago.
What licenses does Peter hold?
Series 63, Series 65. Tap any license on this page to see what it allows.
Is Peter a fiduciary?
Peter is registered as an investment advisor representative, which carries a fiduciary duty when giving investment advice.
How is Peter 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 Peter for your total yearly cost in dollars.
Official record as of October 2, 2026.
This profile is for information only and is not financial advice or a recommendation.
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