The Santiago - San Juan Group
Merrill Lynch Wealth Management
520 Newport Center Dr
Newport Beach CA 92660
(949) 721.6540
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Whatever your personal goals may be, we will work together with you, one-on-one, to develop a personalized financial strategy designed to help you pursue your long-term goals.
The Santiago - San Juan Group
Welcome

For over 30 years, we have empowered ultra-high-net-worth families, business owners, and individuals with tailored wealth strategies that help them build, preserve, and grow their legacies. As a team of experienced women advisors, we bring a unique perspective to the table—one grounded in empathy, accessibility, and unwavering commitment to our clients' success. At the heart of our approach is a dedication to building long-term, trust-based relationships. Through proactive communication and personalized attention, we have developed enduring relationships with families and business leaders, some of which have spanned across generations. By staying closely connected, we help ensure that our clients are well-informed and confident in their decisions, allowing them to make thoughtful, strategic choices for their future. What sets us apart is our ability to listen deeply, understand your unique financial goals, and align those goals with comprehensive strategies tailored to your specific needs. We offer the advantage of a fully integrated wealth management approach—combining wealth management strategy, credit and lending through Bank of America, cash management, and estate planning services under one roof. With access to some of the best-in-class products and services, we help ensure that every aspect of your financial life is carefully managed to support your long-term vision. We invite you to experience how our team can work with you to craft personalized financial strategies that align with your aspirations, your family’s legacy, and the future you’ve worked so hard to build.

Recognition
Dorothy Santiago
Senior Vice President, Wealth Management Advisor
Forbes "America"s Top Women Wealth Advisors", 2020-2021
(Published annually Feb – April. Rankings based on data as of June 30 – September 30 of prior year.)
Forbes "Best-in-State Wealth Advisors", 2021-2024
(Published annually Jan – April. Rankings based on data as of June 30 of prior year.)
Forbes "Top Women Wealth Advisors Best-in-State", 2022-2025
(Published annually Feb – April. Rankings based on data as of June 30 – September 30 of prior year.)
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The Santiago - San Juan Group
Forbes "Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams", 2023-2025
(Published annually in January. Rankings based on data as of March 31 of prior year.)
About Us
Philosophy

We believe the best financial approach is the one that helps you pursue your goals. That's why, from the start, we talk about your aspirations and encourage you to ask questions about issues that matter most to you. Calculating how to manage future health care expenses? College on the horizon? Considering the sale of a business or purchase of a home? Preparing to pass your wealth to future generations? It all starts with a plan intended to help you manage, grow, and preserve your wealth today, while also considering the impact it can have for years to come. With access to the investment insights of Merrill and banking solutions from Bank of America, We will work with you to develop an approach designed to help address your financial needs.

Meet Our Team
Dorothy Santiago,

CDFA®, CEPA®, CPFA®, CPWA®

Senior Vice President, Wealth Management Advisor
949.721.6540
Margarita San Juan,

CPFA®, CPWA®, CRPC™

Senior Vice President, Wealth Management Advisor
949.721.6545
Barbara Harboldt
Assistant Vice President, Wealth Management Associate
949.721.6543
Annette Jurkatis
Officer, Registered Wealth Management Client Associate
949.721.6544
About Merrill

Bringing fresh perspectives to your financial life

The financial decisions you make today can help determine the future you build for yourself and your family. Carving a clear path forward starts with connecting your life and finances. A Merrill advisor provides access to the investing insights of Merrill and banking capabilities of Bank of America to help you make informed decisions as you pursue your goals.

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