Toby and I retired 2 1/2 years ago after long careers with the federal government. At first, we were concerned about staying busy, but soon found ourselves taking classes at the U of U, playing pickleball, golfing, hiking, and doing volunteer taxes. Needless to say, our days are filled! We are also determined to live these “go go” years to …
Our Service & Experience Enhancement Project is Complete With your help, we were able to complete our service and experience enhancement project a couple of weeks ago and fully transition to our new investment management platform. During our annual Advisor’s Summit at the office in Kansas City, our advisors had the opportunity to connect with Head of Sales, Kevin Thornton, …
It’s hard to believe we are coming up on just the last few months of 2024. I don’t know about you, but this year had flown by faster than any year before. We completed the last of our major remodeling projects here at the ERG office. Just last month a new, more secure front door was installed with a lot …
I’d like to share a few important discoveries that we’ve made in our business. This list is actually pretty insightful because it’s one that our clients helped us assemble. Those who invest the most in their planning reap the greatest rewards. People who regret financial decisions can usually point to not having enough information about the decision. Typically, this results from …
You’re Invited: Fall Festival You and a guest are cordially invited to our annual Fall Festival – Viva Las Vegas Style! Wear your favorite Elvis gear or an outfit from the classic film – Viva Las Vegas! Thurs, October 24th 6:00-9:00pm Meadowbrook Clubhouse 9101 Nall Avenue Prairie Village, KS 66207 Entertainment: Victor Trevino, Jr The World’s Best Elvis Tribute Artist …
Here’s the Elevated Retirement Group team showing support for The Kansas City Chiefs. Our team proudly sporting red and gold gear while celebrating a shared passion for football. Together, we embody the Chiefs’ winning mentality, bringing that same energy and teamwork into everything we do.
Exceptional Retirement by Scott Dougan, RFC Having the right decision-making process is crucial to achieving exceptional results. To secure a truly successful retirement, timing is everything. In Exceptional Retirement, Scott Dougan reveals the Four Questions All Retirees Ask—answers that are essential for anyone navigating their financial future. The decisions you make today will define your tomorrow. Can you afford to …
Before retirement, most people would like to pay off any remaining debts, so they can feel good going into that next phase of life all tidied-up. That makes a lot of sense, both financially and psychologically. In a recent meeting, we not only discussed this but put a plan together that was well received by the family, so we thought …
Years ago, I was asked a very specific question by a curious friend: “What’s one piece of advice you’d offer retirees who are concerned about planning their retirement?” It’s a fair question but admittedly difficult to answer without going into a long speech that may be more than he was bargaining for. I shared a number of thoughts, but here’s …
As we begin to fall back into our fall routines, the summer weather fills our rearview mirrors. The shorts get put away and we feel that cozy comfort that comes from putting on our favorite sweater, fleece, or sweatpants. Colors begin to turn, priorities shift, and we try to not look too far ahead to winter, but just enjoy the …
