Derek Ward is a registered investment advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities LLC, based in Spring, TX, with 23 years of industry experience. Derek operates on a fee-only basis, meaning they do not earn commissions from product sales. Their practice areas include Financial Planning & Coaching, Investment Management. Their firm serves 1,055,400 clients with $350B in assets under management.
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Assets Under Management
Fee Structure
Portfolio-Based Fees (Tiered)
| Portfolio Value | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Up to $250K | 1.45% |
| $250K - $500K | 1.30% |
| $500K - $1000K | 1.15% |
| $1.0M - $2.0M | 1.00% |
| $2.0M - $5.0M | 0.75% |
| $5.0M - $10.0M | 0.65% |
| $10.0M - $15.0M | 0.55% |
| $15.0M - $25.0M | 0.50% |
| $25.0M - $50.0M | 0.40% |
| $50M+ | 0.30% |
The Advisory Fee rate for assets invested in the Fixed Income Advisory Program (FIAP) is 0.70%. The Advisory Fee rate for assets invested in the Liquidity Management Strategy (LMS) is 0.40%. Effective November 10, 2025 the Advisory Fee rate for new LMS investors and LMS proposals dated on or after November 10, 2025 will be 0.60%.
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Location
3430 Discovery Creek Blvd, Spring, TX, 77386
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Regulatory History
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Derek is an owner/partner in 1432 Rolling Fairway LLC and 28714 Stone Fox LLC, both residential rental properties. He dedicates a few hours per week to these real estate activities.
Employment History
Current Registrations
J.P. Morgan Securities LLC
J.P. Morgan Securities LLCBroker
Previous Registrations
Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated
Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith IncorporatedBroker
Morgan Stanley
Morgan StanleyBroker
Ing Financial Advisers, LLCBroker
Ing Investment Advisors, LLCBroker
Citistreet Equities LLCBroker
AXA Advisors, LLCBroker
State Registrations6 states
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