Merrill Lynch

The adviser joins the regional BD during a push to grow the firm.

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The group's leader comes with 26 years of industry experience.

Clients appreciate the depth of expertise that a practice can provide.

The firm is going for a middle-of-the-road approach that includes fee-based retirement accounts and which also relies on the best interest contract exemption with certain clients, says CEO Ron Kruszewski.

Try this low-key approach with clients for maximum success.

Try this low-key approach with clients for maximum success.

The early decision stops advisers from earning commissions on products that will also generate fees through the firm's Investment Advisory Program.

The recruits come from the private banking division.