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
Monthly Market Update – September 2022
After a strong rebound in July, markets pulled back again in August. U.S. and developed international markets ended the month down by 3 percent to 5 percent, and fixed income declined. The primary driver here was rising rates. Higher...
The Effects of Inflation on Your Retirement Plan in 2022!
Prices are UP! What do the effects of inflation mean for you and your retirement plan in 2022? We discuss the mandates of the Federal Reserve, what actions they're taking and what this means for you. https://youtu.be/HiUlxAwFmP0 Increasing Interest Rates to Stabilize...
Monthly Market Update: August 2022
After a terrible start to 2022, markets rebounded in July. U.S. and developed international markets were up by 5 percent or more, with only emerging markets trailing. The primary driver here was the Fed. It has raised interest rates close to a neutral level, and...
Monthly Economic and Market Update: July 2022
June was a terrible month, with stock markets in the U.S. and abroad down substantially and developed international markets hit the hardest. The underlying reason? The Fed. With inflation high, the Fed has raised interest rates over the past six months, which has...
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...
Market Update: March 2022
Commonwealth CIO, Brad McMillan, recaps February’s market and economic news. After a weak January, markets were down across the board in February. Although they were able to bounce back to end the month, could the Fed’s tightening policy and war in Ukraine spell more...
VIDEO SERIES: Arch Coal Employee Benefits Package + Retirement Considerations
***UPDATE: Pension plan options are changing for you! Contact us and we'll help you make the most of your options. In this 4 part video series, Certified Financial Planners and Advisors, Ryan and Gabe, cover the components of the Arch Coal Benefits package and all of...
2021 Market Update: 3rd Quarter
After a great start to the quarter in July and August, September was when the storms hit. Here in the U.S., markets pulled back significantly. The Dow declined by 4.2 percent for the month and 1.46 percent for the quarter. The S&P went down by even more for the...