Brandon Tse

Financial Advisor
100 Spectrum Center Dr
Irvine CA 92618
(949) 598.5439
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My purpose is to simplify financial complexity, give clients back their time, and provide the clarity and confidence needed to focus on what matters most.
Profile

Financial planning shouldn't feel overwhelming. I became a Financial Advisor because I want to help people navigate the complexities of their financial lives with greater clarity and confidence. Too often, successful individuals and families find themselves spending valuable time managing issues that take them away from what matters most.

My role is to simplify that process. As a central point of coordination, I help clients bring together the many moving pieces of their financial lives into a cohesive strategy. My ultimate goal is to make life easier for the people I serve.

I believe clients deserve more than an advisor; they deserve an advocate. Through a high-touch financial concierge approach, I strive to be a trusted resource that clients can turn to whenever questions arise, allowing them to spend less time worrying about their finances and more time focused on their families, careers, and personal goals.

About Me
Philosophy

I believe wealth should create opportunities, not complications. Whether you're planning for retirement, preparing to transfer wealth, navigating a major life event, or looking for clarity in your financial life, it all begins with a thoughtful plan.

My goal is to simplify, coordinate the moving pieces, and provide a framework for making important financial decisions with confidence. I will work with you on developing a cohesive approach to address your financial needs.

Meet Our Professional Staff
Michael Jalaty
Managing Director, Senior Financial Advisor
949.598.5454
John McNulty
Officer, Registered Wealth Management Client Associate
949.859.2975
Tiffany-Ann Huber
Officer, Wealth Management Client Associate
949.598.5455
Sayaka Collard
Officer, Registered Wealth Management Client Associate
949.859.2952
Kristy  Greenwald
Kristy Greenwald
Officer, Wealth Management Client Associate (FP)
949.598.5402
About Merrill
Earning our reputation for excellence

From client service to digital innovation, Merrill consistently earned national and global recognition as a leader in the financial services industry.

Merrill recognition

2025 WEALTHBRIEFING

WealthTech Americas Awards

Best Client Communication Solution or Tool1

2025 DIGITAL BANKER

Digital CX Awards

Best Technology Implementation for Digital CX2

2025 GLOBAL PRIVATE BANKER

Wealth Tech Awards – Digital Wealth

Best CRM Initiative

Best WealthTech Solution by a Bank

Outstanding Wealth Management Technology Implementation – Back Office3

2024 MONEY MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE/BARRON'S

Industry Award

Digital Presence: A Robust Ecosystem for Client Acquisition4

1. WealthBriefing WealthTech Americas Awards, February 2025. The judging process is guided and assisted by a panel of independent experts, each of whom has been actively involved in the family office and wealth management industry for many years and have an in-depth knowledge of the WealthTech sector.

2. The Digital Banker Digital CX Awards, April 2025. Nominees are selected on the qualitative and quantitative depth of their nominations. The Digital Banker research team will shortlist four institutions or individuals per category, which will then be put to our impartial panel of expert judges who will undertake a rigorous audit type process to carefully select the winners.

3. Bank of America employs Ipsos, in conjunction with Qualtrics to continuously measure Merrill Lynch Wealth Management client satisfaction via an online survey. Results quoted are from surveys conducted June 1, 2024 – May 31, 2025, with a total sample of 40,742 clients randomly drawn from the Merrill Lynch Wealth Management client base after eligibility (minimum $100,000 in household assets, advised relationships) and privacy exclusions (deceased, in litigation, bad email address, etc., and had they been included percentages may be different). When asked how satisfied the client was with their primary financial advisor, 95% rated them a 9 or 10; 4% a 6–8; and 1% a 1–5.

4. Money Management Institute (MMI) / Barron's Industry Awards, October 17, 2024. Winners were selected by a specially appointed MMI Industry Awards Steering Council. The Steering Council consists of representatives from all segments of the MMI membership. After carefully reviewing the nominations submitted, the Steering Council determined a slate of finalists in each award category. The primary contacts at each of MMI's member firms were eligible to vote to determine the winners.

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Brandon Tse is registered to do business in AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, PR, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VI, VT, WA, WV, WY.
AAMS™ and Accredited Asset Management Specialist™ are registered service marks, and CRPC® and Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ are registered service marks of the College for Financial Planning.