LFRE Wealth Management

Merrill Lynch Wealth Management
315 Lake Street East
Wayzata MN 55391
(952) 476.5630
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Our mission is to deliver exceptional financial guidance rooted in experience, integrity, and a deep commitment to the clients we serve. By building strong, lasting relationships and offering personalized insight, we empower you and your family to make wise, meaningful financial decisions that support your goals today and for generations to come.
Welcome

In an increasingly complex world, we help you stay focused on the things that matter most. Our team brings deep experience, insight, and knowledge to help guide you in turning the future you envision into reality

Recognition
Michael Levitt
Senior Vice President, Wealth Management Advisor
Forbes "Best-in-State Wealth Advisors", 2023-2026
(Published annually Jan – April. Rankings based on data as of June 30 of prior year.)
Forbes "Top Next-Generation Wealth Advisors Best-in-State", 2019, 2022-2025
(Published annually Aug - September. Rankings based on data as of March 31 of current year.)
Forbes "Top Next-Generation Wealth Advisors", 2018
(Published on July 25, 2018. Rankings based on data as of March 31, 2018.)
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LFRE Wealth Management
Forbes "Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams", 2023-2024, 2026
(Published annually in January. Rankings based on data as of March 31 of prior year.)
About Us
“Guiding You Toward Life’s Milestones”

We are a team of four dedicated Financial Advisors—two men and two women—supported by an exceptional Client Associate. Beyond our professional roles, we are parents, siblings, and friends who share a deep love for family and community. With over 100 years of combined industry experience, we bring a wealth of knowledge and a passion for helping others live their best lives.
Our mission is simple: to make a positive impact on people's lives. We guide our clients in making steady progress toward their goals—whether it's saving for a wedding or a dream vacation, selling a business, planning for college, transferring wealth to the next generation, or creating a secure and enjoyable retirement. Together, we help design personalized paths to achieve these milestones, and along the way, many of our clients become lifelong friends.
When we're not collaborating to build your dreams, you'll find us enjoying time with our families and friends—often on the lake or staying active with hockey, pickleball, biking, hunting, walking, traveling, or hosting gatherings.
We look forward to meeting you and creating appropriate solutions that help turn your aspirations into reality.

Meet Our Team
Michael Levitt,

CFP®, CKP®, CPFA®, CRPS™

Senior Vice President, Wealth Management Advisor
952.476.5633
Denise Froehlich,

CIMA®

Senior Vice President, Wealth Management Advisor
952.476.5657
Brent Rice,

CPFA®, CRPC™

Senior Vice President, Senior Financial Advisor
952.476.5655
Dana Effertz,

CPFA®, CRPC™

Assistant Vice President, Senior Financial Advisor
952.404.5917
Tatiana Soto
Officer, Registered Senior Wealth Management Client Associate
952.476.5630
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.
Jonathan Close
Wealth Management Lending Officer
NMLS #988343
Bank of America, N.A.
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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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