Shepherd Wealth Solutions

06/14/2026

As retirement gets closer, protecting what you’ve built becomes just as important as growing it.

This Kiplinger article breaks down why Warren Buffett’s mindset can matter more than ever as you approach retirement — especially when it comes to risk and long‑term planning 👉 https://www.kiplinger.com/retirement/retirement-planning/think-like-warren-buffett-as-you-near-retirement

06/12/2026

Retirement Q&A: Why do RMDs matter so much?

RMDs increase taxable income and can affect tax brackets, Medicare premiums, and how Social Security is taxed. They’re predictable — and planning early gives you more control.

06/09/2026

🌿 June is Great Outdoors Month 🌿

Spending time outdoors is a reminder to slow down, reset, and enjoy what matters most.
Retirement should feel the same way — flexible, intentional, and aligned with how you want to spend your time.

Taking a moment to check in on your retirement plan now can help keep you moving in the right direction for the years ahead.

06/07/2026

Retirement doesn’t look the way it used to — and that’s not a bad thing.

For many people today, retirement is less about stopping completely and more about flexibility, purpose, and choice. Plans evolve. Lifestyles change. And “success” looks different for everyone.
💬 What does retirement mean to you now? Drop your thoughts or questions in the comments — we’d love to hear them.

06/04/2026

Retirement Tip: Test your retirement plan against higher‑spending years. Travel, healthcare, or helping family can create uneven spending — plans should account for that.

06/02/2026

June is Internet Safety Month 🔐

It’s the perfect time to check in on your digital habits—update passwords, review privacy settings, and stay alert to scams. A few simple steps today can help protect what matters most.

05/31/2026

📖 You’ve probably heard the saying, “Don’t judge a book by its cover.” The same goes for retirement planning.

Your retirement “book” might look polished on the outside, but inside it could have weak chapters, missing pages, or outdated assumptions around taxes, income, longevity, or market ups and downs.

What matters most is the story beneath the surface. We’re here to help review every chapter and make sure your retirement story is one worth reading — start to finish.

05/28/2026

Would You Rather: Retirement Edition

✈️Fill your calendar with trips and adventures
🏡 Or enjoy staying home with more flexibility?

Whatever you want your retirement days to look like, a thoughtful plan helps make it possible. We’re here to help create a strategy that supports the lifestyle you want to enjoy.

05/26/2026

⏳ We spend years preparing for retirement — but the first year after matters just as much.

That first year often sets the tone. Some retirees overspend in the excitement of new freedom, while others underspend out of fear. Finding the right balance takes time.

A flexible spending plan (not a rigid budget) can help retirees stay aligned with priorities while adjusting to real‑life spending habits.

👉 Learn more about why the first year of retirement is so important here:

The 'first year of retirement' rule says the 12 months after you leave work set the tone for your entire later life — so it's vital to approach them mindfully.

05/23/2026

Retirement Q&A 💬
At what age are most retirees required to start taking Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) from traditional retirement accounts?

Swipe for the answer! 👉