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.
Do Luxury Cars Need an Active Warranty?
If you own a luxury car, do you need to have an active warranty on it? Whether you’re in the market for an exotic sports car or are simply curious about this topic, read on for the pros and cons of an active warranty.
Financial Football – Who’s on Your Team?
Wealth Advisor, Frank McLaughlin can’t help but notice the parallels between the Seahawks and the financial markets in 2022. So, as we are currently in the midst of a difficult season, how do we put together the right team to win you a super bowl trophy (or at least help you achieve your goals)?
Spring Document Cleaning
It’s time for some spring cleaning—and this spring’s focus is paperwork. Wealth Advisor, Danielle Brandli, CFP®, shares some tips on how to minimize the number of documents you need to keep and maintain.
Why Cash Isn’t Always The Best Donation
With the holiday giving season quickly approaching, review these options that can save you on taxes and allow you to direct more dollars to the non-profit close to your heart.
