Michael Smith-Vaughan is a CFP-designated registered investment advisor at Cerity Partners LLC, based in Boston, MA, with 14 years of industry experience. Michael operates on a fee-only basis, meaning they do not earn commissions from product sales. Their practice areas include Business Owners, Charitable Giving, Corporate Executives, Divorce Planning, and 8 more. Their firm serves 26,230 clients with $160B in assets under management.
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Portfolio-Based Fees (Flat)
| Portfolio Value | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Any | 1.50% |
Fees are negotiable based on the size and complexity of the relationship, and generally do not exceed 1.50% per year. Minimum annual fees may apply to smaller accounts.
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265 Franklin Street, 20th Floor, Boston, MA, 02110
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Current Registrations
Cerity Partners LLC
Previous Registrations
Prio Wealth LP
E*trade Capital Management, LLC
E*trade Securities LLCBroker
Strategic Advisers, INC.
Fidelity Brokerage Services LLCBroker
State Registrations2 states
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