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FINANCIAL GUIDANCE
FOR YOUR LIFE JOURNEY

Esther Szabo
Esther Szabo

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PERSONAL FINANCIAL GUIDES

Erik Schei
Erik Schei

Starting Over

Divorce is not only a legal transition - it is a financial identity transition. For many women, it means moving from managing finances jointly or perhaps relying on a spouse to handle certain financial responsibilities to becoming solely responsible for every financial decision. Suddenly, decisions that were once made as a ...
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The Emotions Behind Financial Planning

May 11, 2026

Every so often, a client says something that perfectly captures the emotional side of financial planning.
They recognize that their retirement plan needs growth over time. And yet, they are worried.

What Surprises People Most in the First Year of Retirement

May 6, 2026

PART TWO:
Many people expect retirement to feel like crossing the finish line after a long and demanding marathon, a well-earned exhale filled with rest, freedom, and rejuvenation.

But in our experience working with clients at Gates Pass Advisors, the emotional and personal phases of retirement can be more complex than expected.

Moving From Recognized Achievement to Retirement

April 27, 2026

PART ONE:
Rethinking Success: The Transition into Retirement.

A recent article in the WSJ, “Career and Leadership Newsletter”, written by Carol Hymowitz, caught my attention. It shared the story of a highly successful, driven woman who described her transition into retirement, not as a gradual slowing down, but as a shift prompted by unexpected health challenges, including fractures and a minor heart attack linked to anxiety.

When Life Changes, Your Plan Should Too

April 10, 2026

Life seldom moves in a straight line. It is a sequence of transitions, each with its own financial implications. Careers evolve, families grow, retirements begin, homes need to be sold and reset, and sometimes unexpected events change the path entirely. Each of these moments can bring financial decisions that feel complex or overwhelming.

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