How We Help
Our Approach
Partners Through all of Life’s Chapters
Before Retirement
Our wealth planning approach is tailored to both pre and post retirees. We strive to provide a seamless transition into retirement and financial security throughout our client’s golden years. For those in the pre-retirement phase, our focus is on building a robust financial foundation which involves determining what you want your retirement to look like, assessing current savings and investments, and developing a strategy that is right for you, We can also provide guidance on tax-efficient savings and investment strategies to help you on your path to maximizing wealth accumulation as we work towards your goals together.
During Retirement
As individuals transition into the post-retirement phase, our financial planning focus shifts towards creating income distribution and wealth preservation. We work closely with you to create a sustainable withdrawal strategy, while also optimizing Social Security benefits and other potential income streams.
Additionally, we can provide strategies to help manage potential healthcare costs, inflation, and unexpected expenses that can arise during retirement. Our comprehensive approach creates options so that retirees can enjoy a comfortable and financially confident retirement, allowing them to focus on what truly matters in their later years.
Our approach integrates legacy planning and wealth transfer throughout every chapter of your financial journey, helping you to retire comfortably while leaving a lasting legacy for future generations.
How We Help
Your partner in building
a strong financial foundation.
Wealth Management
We take a comprehensive and personalized approach to managing your portfolio
Retirement Planning
We can work with you to build a retirement plan that will get you excited about what lies ahead.
Estate & Legacy Strategies
With close to 70 years of collective experience, we can help you plan your legacy for future generations.
Testimonials
What Our Clients Say
Brian - "Your time, urgency and unwavering support truly made all the difference, you stepped in at a critical moment and because of you, I was able to navigate a tough situation and protect what was rightfully mine. That kind of advocacy is not just professional - but personal too."
Kimberly B. | Business Owner
Disclosure - 1) This statement is a testimonial by a client of the financial professional as of 07/18/2025. The client has not been paid or received any other compensation for making these statements. As a result, the client does not receive any material incentives or benefits for providing the testimonial. These views may not be representative of the views of other clients and are not indicative of future performance or success.
"Dear Craig, Thank you for all you do for my financial wellness. See you in the Fall.!! Enjoy! Always, Nancy"
Nancy W. | Retired
1) This statement is a testimonial by a client of the financial professional as of 07/22/2025. The client has not been paid or received any other compensation for making these statements. As a result, the client does not receive any material incentives or benefits for providing the testimonial. These views may not be representative of other clients and are not indicative of future performance or success.
Working with Ritch at LPL Financial has been such a game changer for us. We have been working with him for 3 years now and couldn’t be more pleased with...his level of service......... Ritch makes managing our finances feel less overwhelming and to be honest, somewhat empowering. From the first meeting, we felt listened to and part of the plan which would work for us and our future. What sets Ritch apart is not only does he have the expertise, but he is driven and committed to helping his clients succeed. He has a personal touch that makes you feel like you are in good hands......... Thanks to Ritch at LPL Financial, we are confident about our future and feel more in control than ever before.
Mark and Kerry M. | Clifton Park
1) This statement is a testimonial by a client of the financial professional as of 08/06/2025. The client has not been paid or received any other compensation for making these statements. As a result, the client does not receive any material incentives or benefits for providing the testimonial. These views may not be representative of the views of other clients and are not indicative of future performance or success.