Matthew Dowd

Financial Advisor
NMLS #2635582
100 Federal Street
Floor 17
Boston MA 02110
(617) 772.0638
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Profile

Matthew Dowd is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth
Management in Boston, serving successful families and
professionals across Greater New England.

His practice is designed to help clients make confident, informed
decisions by providing access to the investment insights of Merrill
and the banking and lending solutions of Bank of America to help
you manage all of the pieces of your financial life.

With a deep understanding of the financial landscape and a
background spanning multiple areas of wealth management, Matt
focuses on outcomes that matter most—tax-related investing,
optimizing liquidity, and building lasting legacies.

His approach is grounded in three guiding principles:
• Preserve what you’ve built
• Grow it with discipline
• Structure it to serve you—both today and in the future

Originally from Southern Rhode Island and now based in South
Boston with his fiancée Madison, Matt brings a personal touch to
his work. He’s deeply committed to building long-term relationships
and helping to guide clients through life’s pivotal financial moments
with clarity, confidence, and care.

Outside of work, Matt enjoys staying active, discovering hidden
gem restaurants around Boston, and spending time with family in
Rhode Island.

About Me
Philosophy

Communication is instrumental to managing life's challenges. That's why I work to engage you and your family in the financial decision-making process. Communicating openly with family members on the sometimes-difficult subject of wealth can be a challenge. I can help facilitate these discussions and offer personalized financial strategies designed to educate the younger generation about how assets may be invested.

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.
Richard Breed
Wealth Specialist
Merrill
Ricardo Brasil
Wealth Management Lending Officer
NMLS #481125
Bank of America, N.A.
Bessa Shaw
Wealth Management Banking Specialist
Merrill
About Merrill

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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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Matthew Dowd is registered to do business in CA, CT, DC, DE, FL, MA, MD, ME, NC, NH, NJ, NY, PA, RI, TX, VA, VT.