Brendan Mcgillick is a registered investment advisor at Edelman Financial Engines, based in Costa Mesa, CA, with 22 years of industry experience. Brendan operates on a fee-only basis, meaning they do not earn commissions from product sales. Their practice areas include High Net Worth, Investment Management, Retirement Planning. Their firm serves 1,281,720 clients with $290B in assets under management.
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Assets Under Management
Fee Structure
Portfolio-Based Fees (Tiered)
| Portfolio Value | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Up to $400K | 1.75% |
| $400K - $750K | 1.25% |
| $750K - $1.0M | 1.00% |
| $1.0M - $3.0M | 0.75% |
| $3.0M - $10.0M | 0.60% |
| $10.0M - $25.0M | 0.50% |
| $25M+ | Included |
Fees are negotiable for accounts over $25,000,000. Clients referred by the Engagement Center may receive a discount. Edelman Financial Engines employees and their spouses/households are also eligible for a discounted fee.
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Location
600 Anton Blvd, Suite 1750, Costa Mesa, CA, 92626
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Regulatory History
No disclosures, customer disputes, or regulatory actions on file.
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Brendan's spouse, Sarah McGillick, assists with administration and record keeping for a small business consulting firm, dedicating minimal time. Brendan is also a board member of Sailhouse Community HOA, dedicating minimal time to voting on decisions.
Employment History
Current Registrations
Edelman Financial Engines
Previous Registrations
Ef Legacy Securities, LLCBroker
Edelman Financial Services, LLC
Sanders Morris Harris LLCBroker
Amerivest Investment Management, LLC
TD Ameritrade, INC.
TD Ameritrade, INC.Broker
Strategic Advisers, INC.
Fidelity Brokerage Services LLCBroker
Fidelity Investments Institutional Services Company, INC.Broker
State Registrations2 states
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