Frederick D. Shows, Good Life Financial Advisors of South Carolina

09/09/2026

Such a nice surprise getting to spend the evening with these two while they were passing through Greenville. ❤️

Of course, we had to take them to one of our absolute favorites, Davani's and I was so happy Lyn could join us too.

Great food, lots of laughs and even better company. Sometimes the best evenings are the ones that come together simply because good people happen to be in the same place at the same time.

So glad Greenville happened to be on their route.

08/31/2026

Every person deserves freedom, safety, and dignity.

For the second year in a row, Good Life Financial Advisors is proud to sponsor the Faith and Freedom Run on September 19th in Greenville. The fight against s*x trafficking is real, and it is happening here in the Upstate. We believe in using our voice and our resources to help make a difference, and this event is one of the ways we do that.

We hope you will join us in supporting our community and this great cause. You can sign up for 5 K or 10 K runs at the link below:
https://www.faithandfreedomrun.com/

08/12/2026

Most business owners I speak with have a general sense that they'll sell someday and that the proceeds will take care of retirement. Very few have a formal valuation, a documented succession plan, or a clear picture of what the sale actually needs to deliver. If that sounds familiar, the planning conversation is worth having sooner than feels necessary.

Learn More:
https://www.goodlifefinancialsc.com/blog/what-do-business-owners-need-to-know-before-selling-their-business

08/06/2026

The second half of 2026 is underway, and markets have given investors plenty to think about. Oil prices, AI disruption, geopolitical uncertainty, and shifting trade policy have created a backdrop that rewards discipline over reaction.

If you haven't taken a fresh look at your portfolio since the start of the year, August is a good time to make sure everything still reflects where you are and where you're headed. Feel free to give our team a call to set up a time to chat at 864-520-5061.

07/29/2026

A will tells your family what you decided, not what you intended. The conversation about values, purpose, and how your wealth can support the next generation is different and many families wait too long to have it. If you need help planning that conversation, reach out or read our blog below to learn more.

https://www.goodlifefinancialsc.com/blog/the-conversation-wealthy-families-keep-putting-off

07/22/2026

It’s hard to believe we’re already halfway through 2026. Markets have changed. Life has shifted. Goals that felt clear in January may look different by July. If you haven’t reviewed your financial plan since the start of the year, now is a good time to make sure it still fits your life.

07/15/2026

I recently met with a business owner who had spent 23 years building his business. When the topic of his exit came up, he said he planned to sell in a few years and use the proceeds to fund retirement, but he didn’t have a valuation, an exit plan, or a clear sense of what goes into a sale.

This is a common challenge for business owners, as they often wait too long before planning for their eventual exit or sale.

If this sounds like you, check out our latest blog: https://www.goodlifefinancialsc.com/blog/what-do-business-owners-need-to-know-before-selling-their-business

07/09/2026

Markets posted solid second-quarter gains as investors responded to upbeat economic reports, continued diplomatic efforts in the Middle East, and strong first-quarter corporate numbers. The S&P 500 rose 14.87%, the Nasdaq gained 21.41%, and the Dow picked up 12.90%, while Canada’s S&P/TSX Composite added 6.37%. Looking ahead, markets may continue to react to Middle East updates, oil prices, inflation trends, and the pace of global commerce through the Strait of Hormuz. From U.S. home price growth to Canadian housing forecasts, this quarter’s by-the-numbers highlights the data behind one of North America’s most closely watched markets.

Stocks saw solid gains in the second quarter, riding a wave of enthusiasm over upbeat economic reports, ongoing diplomatic efforts in the Middle East, and strong first-quarter corporate numbers.

07/03/2026

Happy Fourth of July from our family to yours.

250 years of independence make this celebration a little bigger than usual. Take the weekend to enjoy the people around you, the cookouts, the fireworks, and everything that makes summer feel like summer. We'll be doing the same.

Our office is closed today, 7/3, in observance of the holiday.

07/02/2026

Always a good day when the work brings good people to Greenville.

Chris Maier, our marketing partner from the Good Life home office, stopped by yesterday, and we spent the afternoon collaborating and catching up. Talking through ideas, pushing each other's thinking, and mapping out some plans for the back half of the year. There's an energy to those in-person conversations that you simply can't replicate on a screen.

Grateful for the time. Looking forward to what's ahead.