The Ruddy Group
Merrill Lynch Wealth Management
1033 Skokie Boulevard
Suite 500
Northbrook IL 60062
(847) 564.7217
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The Ruddy Group believes that good relationships are built through teamwork and involvement, delivered through our advisors, wealth management client associates and access to the global investment capabilities of Merrill and the banking convenience of Bank of America. We want to be your primary source for financial advice and guidance. And we want you to value the dedication and diligence offered to you at each step of the financial planning process.
The Ruddy Group
Welcome

Our team shares a common objective: to help you pursue meaningful financial goals. We can help you create a personalized plan by understanding your risk tolerance, time horizon, and liquidity needs, and goals such as funding your children’s education, helping ensure income lasts in retirement and planning for health care costs. The team can also assist with potential solutions for transferring wealth to the younger generation. Everything we do takes into account your own perspectives and priorities. Our planning process is designed to provide customized, consistent experiences that go beyond wealth management to help address your life priorities.

About Us
Philosophy

It's important to plan for your financial future, which means getting more than investment advice. You may find value in a one-on-one relationship with someone dedicated to knowing who you are and what you want to accomplish. Someone who knows your children's names, how hard you worked to get where you are and how you view investing. Our commitment is centered on helping you achieve your goals by making your needs a priority. Our advice and financial planning approach are guided by what's important to you.

Meet Our Team
John Ruddy,

CPFA®

Senior Vice President, Senior Financial Advisor
847.564.7217
James Ruddy,

CIMA®

Wealth Management Advisor
847.291.2624
Kelly Ferguson
Officer, Wealth Management Client Associate
847.550.7846
Jack Balkey
First Vice President, Senior Financial Advisor
847.564.7128
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.
Marcy O'Brien
Wealth Management Lending Officer
Bank of America, N.A.
NMLS #559813
Nicholas A. Beilfuss
Wealth Strategies Advisor
Bank of America, N.A.
Julie Novitskiy
Wealth Management Banking Specialist
Merrill
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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Investments & Wealth Institute™ (The Institute) is the owner of the certification marks CIMA® and Certified Investment Management Analyst®. Use of CIMA®, and/or Certified Investment Management Analyst® signifies that the user has successfully completed the Institute’s initial and ongoing credentialing requirements for investment management professionals.