Chris Arnold

Get clarity on your finances. Figure out when you can retire, what you're on track for, how much you can spend, when to take Social Security, how to invest your retirement nest egg, and more. Whether we do detailed planning or you just want to ask some questions, you'll be better informed. We generally take stock of your resources like Social Security or pension income, plus any assets earmarked for retirement. Then, we review your projected spending, including potential changes to spending over time. All the while, we keep taxes, investment returns, inflation, and other factors top-of-mind. And we can run various what-if scenarios to take an optimistic or pessimistic view—or just explore possibilities. How do we work together? It's your choice: Do it yourself, or have me handle your investments—you are not required to transfer assets or invest any minimum amount. Options include flat-fee or one-time project work, asset management, and other arrangements. You can choose a model that meets your needs and feels right for you. Get a second set of eyes, ask a few questions online, get a quick investment review, or go with an ongoing relationship. With that information, you can make informed decisions. Can you retire early? How much can you spend after taxes? Does it make sense to pursue strategies like Roth IRA conversions (to avoid IRMAA surcharges and manage taxes)? Are annuities worth looking at, and should you keep the products somebody else sold you? When it comes to investing, I favor a simple approach. Portfolios and recommendations are primarily index-based, consisting of mutual funds or ETFs. I do not receive any commissions for selling products, and I'm not a fan of active trading or picking individual stocks. Let's get things figured out so you can move on to more important things in life. Whether you prefer to spend time with loved ones, get outdoors, or enjoy other pursuits, completing those necessary financial tasks makes it easier. I earned an MBA and MSIS from the University of Colorado in 2003 and became a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional in 2010. I first got licensed with a financial firm in 2000. I’ve also written about personal finance, loans, insurance, retirement, early retirement, and more for the past 15+ years. Let’s talk! Read articles about retirement planning and learn more about Justin Pritchard here: https://www.approachfp.com/

Alec Lindenauer is a Wealth Management Advisor and principal of The Wynn-Lindenauer Group at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP®) certification, awarded by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc., along with other professional designations including Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Alec focuses on holistic wealth management, encompassing investment management, retirement and estate planning, asset preservation, liability management, philanthropy, and corporate services. With over 20 years of experience in financial services since beginning his career in 2005, Alec provides guidance tailored to the diverse needs of affluent families, corporations, endowments, and foundations. As part of a mother-son advisory team, he brings a unique perspective on family wealth dynamics and specializes in areas such as divorce transition planning, education planning, legacy planning, liquidity management, and philanthropic planning. Prior to his financial services career, Alec gained business experience by launching two companies over nine years, equipping him to assist clients with specialized business issues. Alec earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of Florida. He is involved in the professional organization Cents of Responsibility and is an active participant in community efforts to help parents teach their children about money. Outside of work, Alec enjoys biking, golfing, hiking, photography, racquetball, rock climbing, skiing, traveling, watching movies, and spending time with his wife and two daughters.