Solar Eclipse 2017


Hopefully, you had the chance to watch the total solar eclipse on Monday as is swept from Oregon to South Carolina. Many viewers traveled to locations to see it in totality, while others were content with seeing a portion of the moon cover the sun.
Regardless, many people took numerous steps to prepare for this “once in a lifetime event”. Whether viewers hunted down special glasses, made their own “glasses” at home, or traveled to a viewing location, time was spent to observe this experience. An experience that lasted a maximum of 2 minutes and 38 seconds depending on your location.
A question you need to ask yourself, are you spending just as much time preparing for your “once in a lifetime” event?  This of course is your retirement, which will last a lot longer than two minutes. Viewers of the eclipse took the necessary steps to protect their eyes and secure the best vantage point for viewing. Have you done enough planning with your assets to experience and accomplish what you want to do during your retirement?
Setting aside time to address questions and concerns surrounding your retirement is critical to achieving your goals. Just as you can devote time to view the eclipse, you need to find time to address the financial concerns you have been delaying about retirement.  At GFA, we coach our clients by recommending financial solutions to their unique needs.
Lastly, if you missed the total eclipse, don’t worry you won’t have to wait another 38 years to view the next one. The next total eclipse will sweep from Texas to Maine on April 8, 2024.  Mark the date but more importantly mark the date of your retirement.  Just make sure you are not putting off retirement planning until that date.
Please reach out to us with any questions or financial concerns relating to your retirement. We look forward to being of service. 

Kevin and KJ
708-444-2010
Kevin@griffinfa.com

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