As a First Command Financial Advisor, I help clients make smart, informed financial decisions essential to the pursuit of long-term financial security. I chose this profession based on my own experiences with my personal finances very early in my career and the lessons, both positive and negative, that I learned from them. These experiences have taught me the importance of planning for retirement and other life events as early as possible in one’s career. Allow me to show you how a short delay in planning for your retirement could deny you thousands of dollars in retirement income. Let me explain how the power of compound interest combined with long-term growth could transform your investment into a comfortable retirement as your money goes to work for you over time.My intent is to form trusting, long-term relationships with clients while serving as their personal financial coach. Serving in this capacity, I will:1. Help you set goals that are aligned with your values and vision for your future2. Provide you with a comprehensive, personalized plan for pursuing your goals3. Encourage and motivate you to adopt and consistently practice the financial behaviors necessary to pursue your financial goals.4. Make strategic adjustments to your plan as your circumstances and goals evolve over timeDespite what many may think, there are no shortcuts to financial security. As your financial advisor, I will help you understand and apply time-tested financial principles including prudent and responsible debt management, disciplined saving and investing and a thoughtful insurance strategy for managing financial risk. About First CommandFirst Command was founded in 1958 by a retired Air Force officer intent on improving the financial well-being of service members and their families. Today, more than 500 First Command Financial Advisors across the country and abroad are committed to fulfilling the company’s Mission of “Coaching those who serve our communities and our nation in their pursuit of financial security”.Periodically I post information regarding my employer First Command Financial Services and the social media usage guidelines that apply to First Command also apply to my pages. Please view them here: https://www.firstcommand.com/social-media-guidelines/