David Manley, RICP with Summit Financial Strategies

06/09/2026

Retirement is sometimes reduced to the question: “Do I have enough?” And while this is indeed important, it’s only a part of the story.

Review cash flow, withdrawals, debt and taxes before you retire. This guide shows how to strengthen your plan and avoid gaps that can strain your savings.

06/06/2026

I recently had the pleasure of attending the last Heart of Broomfield awards banquet where they honored past HOB awardees like me, and celebrated the accomplishments of everyone. Congratulations to the TerHar family for their Lifetime Achievement award and for creating a new $1 million Legacy growth goal.

06/02/2026

Here’s an overview of what your first meeting with a Financial Advisor might look like, six questions to ask – and four red flags.

Expect​ a good advisor to spend most of the first meeting asking about your goals, risk tolerance, family, investments, charitable giving and ground rules.

05/26/2026

Whether you’re an employer looking to enhance your benefits without incurring direct costs, or an individual looking to protect and support your long-term financial security, permanent life insurance options from New York Life can help. Get in touch to learn how today.

05/19/2026

Most people will never face federal estate tax, but thoughtful planning still matters. Coordinating lifetime gifts, protecting assets, and understanding how taxes really work can help your family receive more of what you intend. This article from Winstead PC partner Jeff Chadwick highlights simple strategies that can make a meaningful difference, from tax-smart gifting to preserving step-up opportunities. If you would like to talk through how these ideas could apply to your situation, I am here to help make sure your plans support what matters most.

05/19/2026

You’ve worked hard to build what you have. If you want clarity, control, and confidence over what happens to it next, reach out to me today.

05/12/2026

People aged 70½ or older now have a way to support the causes they love while also creating a reliable stream of lifetime income, thanks to recent law changes that allow a once-in-a-lifetime transfer directly from an IRA to fund a charitable gift annuity or charitable remainder trust. When structured correctly, this transfer can be excluded from taxable income, and for those 73 or older, it may even count toward required minimum distributions. Read more about this strategy and then let’s explore whether this fits into your retirement or giving plans.

05/05/2026

Even modest changes in retirement income can raise Medicare premiums under IRMAA. Here's how even a small increase can affect your retirement costs.

Even modest changes in retirement income can raise Medicare premiums under IRMAA. Here’s how a small increase can affect your retirement costs.

04/28/2026

Whether it's finances or freedom, here's why being divorced can potentially be a positive life change once the dust settles.

Having gone through a divorce myself, I know my friend is having a hard time. Still, it can be positive in the long run.

04/22/2026

I am so fortunate to have an amazing CLIENT RELATIONS MANAGER, Jasmine Vargas, who helps me run my practice. Happy Administrative Professional Day!!!!