Who we are
Merriman was founded in 1983 as a fee-only investment advisory firm with a strong focus on excellent service, smart investing and long-term goals. We’ve grown significantly since then, and have also come to realize that investment advice is only a small piece of the puzzle.
Our process
To help our clients be truly successful in achieving their goals, we offer a comprehensive approach to wealth management that includes not only investment planning, but also encompasses taxes, estate planning, insurance, risk management, charitable giving and more.
How we think about investing
Investing is a sort of science. Our investment philosophy is grounded on decades of academic research, and relies on objective data rather than emotions and forecasts. Above all, we seek to balance return and risk considerations over longer-term time horizons.
How We Understand Financial Freedom, and How We Actually Should
Financial freedom does not imply a flashy car or millionaire status. First and foremost, it is the absence of debts as well as the ability to manage your own time. What habits can help people manage their finances competently and not be concerned about life after retirement?
Overcoming Financial Fears
As a financial advisor, I have learned over the years that often last-minute cancelations or procrastination in meeting with a professional is often driven by fear. It’s time to overcome that fear and work towards your financial goals.
The 5 Biggest Financial Planning Mistakes Made by Tech Professionals | Recap
Through my own experience as a tech employee and my experiences now as an advisor working with tech professionals, I’ve identified some of the biggest financial planning mistakes that can hold the tech community back from achieving financial independence and success.
Where To Start With Estate Settling
Quite understandably, most people have little or no experience in settling an estate. There are a myriad of actions to be accomplished, each one of them important, and no one knows in what order tasks need to be completed, let alone how to weave through the legal dynamics. So what can we do to help?
