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Rick Lam
Financial advisor at Merrill
Rick Lam is a fiduciary financial advisor in Seal Beach, California, with 4 years in the industry. Rick joined Merrill in 2023, 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 157 advisors with offices in Seal Beach, and one of 150 fiduciaries.
At a glance
Experience4 years (since 2023)
How that compares ?4 years in the industry
Office3010 Old Ranch Parkway, Seal Beach, CA 90740
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
- 2023 – nowMerrillCurrent firm
Contact Rick
Local office(562) 493-1300Ask for Rick. (800) 637-7455Main office · New York, NY 3010 Old Ranch ParkwaySeal Beach, CA 90740Office · Get directions
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Questions to ask Rick
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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 Rick
How do I contact Rick?
Call Rick’s local office at (562) 493-1300 or the Merrill main office at (800) 637-7455, and ask for Rick Lam.
How long has Rick been a financial advisor?
Rick has been in the industry since 2023, about 4 years. 4 years in the industry.
What licenses does Rick hold?
Series 66. Tap any license on this page to see what it allows.
Is Rick a fiduciary?
Rick is registered as an investment advisor representative, which carries a fiduciary duty when giving investment advice.
How is Rick paid?
Merrill reports being paid by a percentage of the assets they manage, flat or fixed fees, commissions on some products. Ask Rick 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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