Joe Cronin

First Vice President, Senior Financial Advisor
NMLS #1610849
2998 Douglas Boulevard
Suite 290
Roseville CA 95661
(916) 774.8036
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To help clients bring clarity and confidence to their financial lives by delivering personalized, purpose-driven strategies aligned with their vision, values, and goals. Through thoughtful planning, transparent guidance, and long-term relationships, I strive to simplify complexity and serve as a trusted steward of their wealth. My mission extends beyond financial advising—it's about making a meaningful impact, mentoring the next generation, and contributing to the well-being of the families and communities I serve.
Profile

Joe Cronin is a Senior Financial Advisor and partner of The Lucas Cronin Group at Merrill. With CRPC™ and CPFA® designations, Joe brings a clear vision and deep knowledge in retirement planning, fiduciary strategies through the Merrill Investment Advisory Program, and comprehensive wealth management. He works closely with business owners, executives, institutions, and families to help simplify and connect all aspects of their financial lives.
Guided by a commitment to transparency, purpose, and long-term relationships, Joe delivers personalized strategies aligned with each client’s unique goals and values. Through The Lucas Cronin Group, clients also benefit from access to Bank of America’s banking services, creating a seamless experience across their financial world.
Joe holds Series 7 and 66 FINRA registrations and is a licensed life insurance agent (Merrill Life Agency’s California License Number 0522776). His work has been recognized for its clarity and impact, and he considers it a privilege to serve as a steward of his clients’ financial well-being.
Outside the office, Joe is passionate about coaching youth sports and mentoring young adults, helping them build confidence and leadership skills. He also enjoys spending time with his family, golfing, traveling, and supporting local community initiatives.

Recognition
Forbes "Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams", 2024-2025
(Published annually in January. Rankings based on data as of March 31 of prior year.)
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About Me
Welcome

One reason I chose to become a Merrill financial advisor was my passion for educating clients about investing. I want to help you understand planning for your wealth, as well as the challenges and possibilities presented by the markets, and the impact this greater understanding can have on your full financial life.

Meet Our Professional Staff
Marlene A McMurray
Officer, Wealth Management Client Associate
916.774.8062
Lorena Robles-Cohen
Assistant Vice President, Wealth Management Associate
916.774.8017
Additional Resources
The following specialists do not make securities recommendations. Please contact your Merrill Lynch Wealth Management Advisor if you have questions about how a specialist might be able to assist you.
Jeanette E Beutler
Senior Wealth Management Lending Officer
NMLS #1010247
Bank of America, N.A.
Thuy Leng
Wealth Management Banking Specialist
Merrill
David Rubalcava
Wealth Strategies Advisor
Bank of America, N.A.
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Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™, CRPC™, and the CRPC™ logo are certification marks or registered certification marks of The College for Financial Planning Institutes Corp. in the United States.
Joseph Cronin is registered to do business in AK, AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, ID, MA, MN, NC, NV, OR, TN, TX, UT, WA, WY.