The Kingshill Group

Merrill Lynch Wealth Management
2800 Post Oak Blvd
Houston TX 77056
(713) 840.4732
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Mission Statement
With more than 80 years of combined experience at Merrill, our team is committed to helping families bring clarity and structure to their financial lives. We work closely with clients to understand their goals, identify planning considerations, and develop thoughtful strategies designed to support both current needs and future priorities.
Welcome

There are many complexities and challenges facing your family in a financial world that is constantly evolving.  The Kingshill Group strives to provide an exceptional client experience in wealth planning, investment management and service.  We are attuned to what matters to you – your objectives and needs, values and priorities.  We bring greater clarity and structure to managing the key aspects of your financial life.

Recognition
Erik Kingshill
Senior Vice President, Wealth Management Advisor
Forbes "Best-in-State Wealth Advisors", 2020-2025
(Published annually Jan – April. Rankings based on data as of June 30 of prior year.)
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The Kingshill 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
Retirement Approach

We are dedicated to helping clients navigate the various stages of their financial lives. Our approach is straightforward, transparent, and supported by the investing insights of Merrill and the banking capabilities of Bank of America.

Saving for Important Goals

We work with clients to evaluate what may be needed to prepare for key life goals such as education funding, retirement, and other long‑term priorities. Together, we consider strategies that align with each client's circumstances and time horizon.

Retirement Outlook

We help clients take an informed and proactive approach to planning for retirement by offering guidance on:
• Approaches to claiming Social Security benefits based on personal circumstances
• Considerations surrounding Roth IRA conversions and their potential implications
• Retirement analyses and projections designed to support confident decision‑making

Wealth Transfer Services

In collaboration with specialists from Merrill—and in coordination with your attorneys, accountants, and other professional advisors—we can help you explore a variety of wealth‑transfer considerations. These may include trust‑related investment strategies, charitable giving, the role of insurance, and other planning elements that can help reflect your intentions for future generations.

Meet Our Team
Erik Kingshill,

CFP®

Senior Vice President, Wealth Management Advisor
713.840.4732
Brian Kingshill
Senior Vice President, Wealth Management Advisor
713.840.4705
Tracy L Mauch,

CRPC™

Assistant Vice President, Wealth Management Associate
713.840.4747
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.
Courtney Kelch
Senior Trust Officer
Bank of America, N.A.
Alfred Hegyes
Wealth Management Banking Specialist
Merrill
Katya Garza
Wealth Management Lending Officer
NMLS #966891
Bank of America, N.A.
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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Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. (CFP Board) owns the certification marks CFP®, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®, and the CFP® (with plaque design) in the United States, which it authorizes use of by individuals who successfully complete CFP Board’s initial and ongoing certification requirements.
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