Morgan Stanley
47yrs
Top advisor by experience in New York
46yrs
Joseph M Grunfeld
Financial advisor at Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith
At a glance
Experience46 years (since 1981)
How that compares ?Top 1% by experience in New York
OfficeOne Bryant Park Pbig - New York, New York, NY 10036
How the firm is paid ?Percent of assets, Flat fee, Commissions
States licensed ?2 states
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
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Licenses
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Uniform Securities Agent State Law Examination
Uniform Investment Adviser Law Examination
Career
- 1995 – nowMerrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith IncorporatedCurrent firm
Questions to ask Joseph
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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 Joseph
How do I contact Joseph?
Call Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith at 800-637-7455 and ask for Joseph M Grunfeld. Joseph works from the New York, NY office.
How long has Joseph been a financial advisor?
Joseph has been in the industry since 1981, about 46 years. Top 1% by experience in New York.
What licenses does Joseph hold?
Series 63, Series 65. Tap any license on this page to see what it allows.
Is Joseph a fiduciary?
Joseph is registered as an investment advisor representative, which carries a fiduciary duty when giving investment advice.
How is Joseph 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 Joseph 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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