Videos

OUR 5 PILLARS

Investments? Yes, of course. But what about the other four areas? Have you secured each pillar?

RELATIONSHIPS COME FIRST

We put a high priority on developing real relationships with our clients. Stepping into retirement is a major transition and we will be right there alongside you helping you navigate all of the curves right through to the very end.

UNDERSTANDING RISK

We can’t predict the future. But, we can help you understand risk and build a custom portfolio around your risk tolerance. We can even stress test your portfolio and show you how your portfolio might perform in different market environments.

CAN A FINANCIAL ADVISOR REALLY HELP?

You are about to navigate some pivotal financial transitions. Timely adjustments can change the trajectory for your entire financial future. After a lifetime of saving, you want to get this part right.

FINANCES ARE PERSONAL

Did you know that money is cited as one of the top reason for divorce in the United States? It is amazing to see the stress that can be relieved and the peace that can come when a solid financial plan is put into place.

CAN I RETIRE?

Your pension, social security, real estate, investment accounts… These will soon need to take the place of your monthly paycheck. Will it be enough? How long will it last? That’s what we can help answer for you.

THE STORY OF RYAN’S PARENTS

“If my parents would have had someone to guide them to invest in a safe and understandable way when they sold their businesses, their retirement would look so different.” Simple planning and guidance can make all the difference.

The Latest Video Updates from Gabe & Ryan

How Much Should I Have in My 401K Before I Retire?

Do you wonder how much is needed in your 401k to retire? Here is Gabe's advice on some guidelines to follow for your 401k savings. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=65RA0jsO93s What Factors Determine how Much Money You Need to Save in Your 401k? How much money you need...

Rate of Return: What to Expect in Retirement

Gabe and Ryan let you know about risk and reward in retirement for the best rate of return in different markets. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wC9B_ticXdc Calculating Risk into Our Rate of Return Expectation Rate of return is a function of risk. Risk level changes...

Are You Panicking About Higher Interest Rates and a Down Market?

Listen to Ryan and Gabe explain why you don't need to be worried about the current state of the market and interest rates. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-CjnuLfeFs8 Are you Panicking about higher rates and the falling market? Don't be, here's why: In the short-term...

How can I Maximize my Retirement Savings?

Gabe gives insight on maximizing your retirement savings with a few key strategies. https://youtube.com/shorts/glIjmHiWkNg?si=EnSIkaIECMiOmarE Three Different Ways to Maximize your Retirement Savings Depending on your Circumstances There are a few ways we like to...

The 4% Rule: Is it Safe for Your Retirement Income Strategy?

Gabe touches on SRP's stance on the validity of the 4% rule. https://youtube.com/shorts/v64xmho3EPg?si=EnSIkaIECMiOmarE How Safe is the 4% Withdrawal Rule in Retirement? Now this question depends on the individual. But, it is a great rule of thumb for retirees who...

ExxonMobil Benefits Package + Retirement Considerations

In this 5 part video series, Certified Financial Planners and Advisors, Ryan and Gabe, cover the components of the ExxonMobil Benefits package and all of the factors to consider for planning your retirement. Click the list icon in the top right corner of the video to...

Stocks are Down. What’s Your Next Move?

Listen in to Certified Financial Planners, Gabe Lapito and Ryan Gomendi of Strategic Retirement Plans, as they give their best advice and suggestions for navigating this economic shift and the downturn of the stock market. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a6xeHfypymg...

Bear Market: What is your Response?

We've hit our 3rd bear market in the last 43 months. A bear market is when the market drops 20% from it's high. What does this mean for you and your retirement plan? Is this normal? Listen in as Gabe and Ryan discuss the volatility....

Monthly Market Update: May 2022

April was one of the worst months for the markets since the start of the pandemic. U.S. markets were down between 5 percent for the Dow and 14 percent for the Nasdaq, while international markets fell between 5 percent and 7 percent. Rising interest rates drove...

Inflation and Rising Interest Rates

Inflation is at a 40-year high which leads to a lot of uncertainty out there. What does this mean for stock markets and what does it mean for the economy? Listen in as Gabe and Ryan, Certified Financial Planners discuss the relationship of inflation and interest rates...

Monthly Market Update- April 2022

"We saw a bounce in stock markets for March, but everything was down between 3 percent and 8 percent for the first quarter. The reasons for this were twofold. First, with inflation at a 40-year high, the Fed was forced to raise interest rates. Second, the Russian...