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Fundamentals: Mutual Funds vs. ETFs

The Fundamentals

A common topic that arises when we meet with clients is they want to know what their money is actually being invested in. You’ve worked hard to earn and save, so you deserve a clear answer to that question. Two of the most common building blocks of a typical investment portfolio are mutual funds and ETFs.

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The Executor Checklist

Estate Planning

If you’ve been named the executor of an estate, the process of “unwinding” a person’s life is a significant legal and financial responsibility. If not taken seriously, mistakes or mismanagement can result in personal liability. So, we created a step-by-step guide of what to expect when serving as an executor.

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How Charitable Giving Can Also Minimize Your Tax Bill

Financial Planning, Tax Planning

An effective giving strategy benefits both the recipient and the giver. By using a “bunching” strategy, you can contribute multiple years of charitable giving into a Donor Advised Fund (DAF) and unlock a significant tax deduction when you need it most.

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Monthly viewpoint report for February 2026 from Merrimack Wealth Management, featuring charts and analysis on investments and the economy.

February 2026: Our Current View on Investments and the Economy

Monthly Viewpoint

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The Anatomy of a Strong Estate Plan

Estate Planning, Financial Planning

Less than 1 in 3 people in the U.S. holds a will, and more than half have no legal protections in place whatsoever. While everyone agrees that an estate plan is essential, why have so few actually followed through? It’s probably because they don’t know where to start.

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Monthly viewpoint report from Merrimack Wealth Management for January 2026, detailing financial insights and economic outlook.

January 2026: Our Current View on Investments and the Economy

Monthly Viewpoint

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Trump Accounts 101: Who’s Eligible for $1,000?

Financial Planning, Trending Topics

With the passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) in July 2025, the federal government established a new, federally sponsored investment account for children called “Trump Accounts.”

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Is a Pension All You Need to Retire?

Financial Planning

Only about 20% of U.S. workers have access to a pension, and just 7% contribute to an additional retirement plan alongside one. If you’re fortunate enough to have a pension, you have a tremendous opportunity to get ahead of not only your peers, but the workforce as a whole.

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Working While on Social Security: Understanding Income Thresholds

Financial Planning, Social Security

Put simply, if you start collecting Social Security before your Full Retirement Age (FRA), your benefits could be significantly reduced or even completely withheld if your income surpasses certain limits.

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Monthly Viewpoint report from Merrimack Wealth Management for December 2025, featuring a chart of the S&P 500 index earnings and valuations.

December 2025: Our Current View on Investments and the Economy

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