Get Ready, Get Set, Retire

One of the perks of being a financial adviser is talking to clients after they've retired and sharing in their happiness.

It's a pleasure to witness the transformation of so many retirees as they recover from the stress of working, commuting and always rushing. It's also a privilege to have helped them craft the plan that helped them reach their lifestyle goals.

That's especially true when it's clear the person was eager to retire, and would benefit from doing so, but didn't think it was feasible. For those folks, a comprehensive retirement plan is like a permission slip to exit the rat race and enjoy life.

I always hope people will make the decision to start their retirement journey as they feel