Stowe, VT Office
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Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC (MAA), provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions (SPS) Program. The firm offers model‑based and discretionary strategies constructed by internal Chief Investment Office (CIO) teams and third‑party style managers and implements trading, account administration and custody support for individuals, high‑net‑worth clients, pension and profit‑sharing plans, corporations and charitable organizations.
Portfolio implementation varies by Strategy: some are model‑based where MAA implements CIO or style manager models, while others authorize third‑party Discretionary Managers to execute trades directly; the CIO also uses strategic and tactical asset allocation and offers “tax aware” versions of related strategies for higher tax‑sensitivity investors. Cash allocations are typically swept through the Bank’s Cash Sweep Program or invested in money market alternatives, and clients can request reasonable investment restrictions (which MAA may accept or decline and may have limited effect where Funds are used).
Several features in the brochure distinguish Merrill from many peers: as part of the Bank of America group it has affiliates that operate in swaps and derivatives markets and it has disclosed planned arrangements to receive “Support Fees” and to offer optional Data Analytics to third‑party firms beginning January 1, 2027 (the brochure notes Merrill will not receive Support Fees for accounts enrolled in the SPS Program). The firm also discloses multiple SEC administrative orders and related enforcement matters (including a 2025 order with a $25 million civil penalty related to cash sweep disclosures), and the Program materials do not present the SPS service as a source of standalone financial planning.
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Stowe VT
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Richard G
Series 63, Series 65
Stowe, VT
Merrill
Richard Goodwin is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and over 35 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 1991 and has worked at Bank of America, N.A. since 2011. Outside of his advisory role, Goodwin serves as President of The Goodwin Levine Foundation, a family charitable organization. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.
G T
Series 63, Series 65
Stowe, VT
Merrill
G Thornton is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. With a career beginning in 1991 following his graduation from Babson College with a Bachelor's Degree in Finance & Investments, he has over 30 years of experience in the financial services industry. He began working with Merrill in 1994 and continues to serve many long-standing clients. G Thornton's approach centers on closely working with clients to understand their changing personal and financial goals. He develops customized financial plans that guide his investment recommendations, ensuring a personalized experience grounded in high-level service. His expertise extends to areas such as college education planning, divorce transition planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, and retirement income. He holds several professional designations, including Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). G Thornton resides in Marblehead, MA, and his personal interests include boating, cooking, football, music, reading, skiing, and spending time with his family.
William B
Series 63, Series 66
Stowe, VT
Merrill
William Barton is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. With 29 years of experience in the financial services industry, he provides customized wealth management, private banking, financial planning, and financing solutions. He assists clients with a broad range of financial decisions including retirement planning, education planning, business transactions, and family legacy structuring. William holds a Bachelor's degree from Susquehanna University and has earned several professional designations including Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA), Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). He is a member of the CFA Institute of Boston and the Financial Planners Association. Outside of his professional responsibilities, William enjoys spending time with his family along with skiing, golfing, mountain biking, hiking, and playing drums.
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