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6yrs

Michael Dierolf

Financial advisor at Merrill

Michael Dierolf is a fiduciary financial advisor in Clifton Park, New York, with 6 years in the industry. Michael joined Merrill in 2022, 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 138 advisors with offices in Clifton Park, and one of 106 fiduciaries.

Clifton Park, NY 12065Fiduciary advisor
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At a glance

Experience6 years (since 2020)
How that compares ?6 years in the industry
Office449 Route 146, Clifton Park, NY 12065
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 63Uniform Securities Agent State Law Examination
Series 66Uniform Combined State Law Examination

Career

  1. 2022 – now
    MerrillCurrent firm

Questions to ask Michael

Tailored to Michael’s registration and firm.

  1. At a firm this size, will I work with you directly or with a service team?
  2. If you use outside managers, how are they chosen and what do they cost on top of your fee?
  3. Where would my money be held, and will I get statements directly from that firm?
  4. 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 Merrill at (800) 637-7455 and ask for Michael Dierolf. Michael works from the Clifton Park, NY office.

How long has Michael been a financial advisor?

Michael has been in the industry since 2020, about 6 years. 6 years in the industry.

What licenses does Michael hold?

Series 63, 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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