Robert W. Baird &
45yrs
Top advisor by experience in Wichita
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James Easter
Financial advisor at Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith
At a glance
Experience1 years (since 2025)
How that compares ?1 years in the industry
Office2959 N Rock Rd, Wichita, KS 67226
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
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Licenses
Exams passed, from the official record. Tap a license to see what it allows.
Uniform Securities Agent State Law Examination
Uniform Combined State Law Examination
Career
- Sep 2026 – nowMerrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith IncorporatedCurrent firm
Questions to ask James
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- Who on your team supports you, and who reviews the recommendations you make?
- 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 James
How do I contact James?
Call Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith at 800-637-7455 and ask for James Easter. James works from the Wichita, KS office.
How long has James been a financial advisor?
James has been in the industry since 2025, about 1 years. 1 years in the industry.
What licenses does James hold?
Series 63, Series 66. Tap any license on this page to see what it allows.
Is James a fiduciary?
James is registered as an investment advisor representative, which carries a fiduciary duty when giving investment advice.
How is James 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 James 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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