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When the World Feels Uncertain, Your Plan Is the Point

April 6, 2026 | Mitchell J. Thompson CFP®, CDFA®, ChSNC®, AEP®

Geopolitical uncertainty creating financial anxiety? Learn how a well-built financial plan helps you navigate market volatility, protect your wealth, and stay grounded.
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How to Reduce Taxes on Your Social Security Benefits

March 16, 2026 | Mitchell J. Thompson CFP®, CDFA®, ChSNC®, AEP®

For most retirees, Social Security is their single largest source of retirement income.
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Asset Location and Tax-Efficient Withdrawal Sequencing in Retirement

March 12, 2026 | Mitchell J. Thompson CFP®, CDFA®, ChSNC®, AEP®

Two of the most powerful and least-discussed tools in retirement tax planning are asset location and withdrawal sequencing.
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Tax Traps to Avoid When Taking Your First Pension Payments

September 25, 2025 | Mitchell J. Thompson CFP®, CDFA®, ChSNC®, AEP®

Avoid costly pension tax mistakes that catch new retirees off guard. Learn about withholding errors, income stacking, Medicare IRMAA impacts, and coordination strategies to protect your retirement income from unnecessary taxes.
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