Capitol Securities Management
46yrs
Top advisor by experience in Reston
11yrs
Based in Reston, Virginia, Michael Kramer is a fiduciary financial advisor with 11 years of industry experience. Michael joined Merrill in 2015, 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 378 advisors with offices in Reston, and one of 361 fiduciaries.
At a glance
Experience11 years (since 2015)
How that compares ?11 years in the industry
Office11951 Freedom Dr, Reston, VA 20190
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 ?1 state
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
- 2015 – nowMerrillCurrent firm
Contact Michael
Local office(703) 464-4333Ask for Michael. (800) 637-7455Main office · New York, NY 11951 Freedom DrReston, VA 20190Office · Get directions
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Questions to ask Michael
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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 Michael
How do I contact Michael?
Call Michael’s local office at (703) 464-4333 or the Merrill main office at (800) 637-7455, and ask for Michael Kramer.
How long has Michael been a financial advisor?
Michael has been in the industry since 2015, about 11 years. 11 years in the industry.
What licenses does Michael hold?
Series 66. 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?
Merrill reports being paid by a percentage of the assets they manage, flat or fixed fees, commissions on some products. 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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