# Todd Hatfield

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### Why a $1.5B Advisor Team Ditched Independence for Merrill Lynch
2026-08-09 14:22:59 · Sentiment: Neutral · Impact: 5/10 · Sources: 2

Todd Hatfield’s $1.5B team spurned the independence trend to join Merrill Lynch in August 2026, citing technology and compliance burdens. The move highlights the enduring appeal of wirehouse platforms for top advisors despite higher payouts elsewhere.
Full story: https://getfinancebrief.com/story/1-5b-team-merrill-lynch-independence

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