Dylan Bastress

At Columbus Street Financial Planning, we're more than just advisors; we are true fiduciaries and partners with our clients in their journey. Our commitment goes beyond transactions – we forge deep, lasting relationships, ensuring every piece of advice is tailored to your unique life journey or goals. Our transparent, flat-fee structure underscores our commitment to your best interests. Comprehensive guidance and synchronized strategies are tailored to your financial goals and values, regardless of complexity. Our expertise extends across all facets of wealth management: retirement and tax planning, insurance, college funding, estate planning, wealth transfer, and philanthropy. Your portfolio is customized to your preference for risk in coordination with your wealth goals. With Charles Schwab as our custodian, we provide low-cost, globally diversified portfolio management in traditional asset classes and alternative investments. Are you ready for a profoundly different client experience? • Retirement Income Planning • Social Security Optimization • Tax Planning • Investment Management • Risk Management • College Planning • Employer Benefits Planning • Equity Compensation • Estate Planning • Small Business Planning • Socially Responsible Investing • Charitable Giving • Wealth Transfer My wife, Susan, and I reside in Grove City, Ohio, with our two children, Brady and Carter. Our leisure time is spent watching our sons play competitive lacrosse and tennis, golfing as a family, and visiting and hiking our scenic National Parks.

Ronald McClure is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he focuses on personal retirement planning, tax minimization, and retirement income strategies. He works closely with clients to develop personalized financial strategies aimed at helping them pursue their long-term goals. Ronald is part of the Hatley Strand McClure Team, which brings over 65 years of combined experience to provide a client-first approach to wealth management, emphasizing honesty, integrity, and proactive communication. Ronald’s professional background includes entrepreneurial experience founding RAM II Companies, a lawn care and home maintenance business, and serving as Director of Transportation for a local school district. His approach centers on building trusted relationships and guiding clients to establish and maintain a legacy for themselves and their families. Ronald holds a Bachelor's Degree from The Ohio State University and is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He is actively involved in his community as a member of the Grove City Church of The Nazarene and as Sergeant at Arms of the Grove City Rotary Club. Outside of his professional and community activities, Ronald enjoys spending time with his wife Jennifer and their five children. His personal interests include boating, camping, table tennis, and volleyball. He also participates in the OSU Alumni Band and is a supporter of Ohio State sports.