Nautic Financial Group, LLC

06/19/2026

At Raymond James, relationships are the foundation of everything we do. From first conversations to lasting partnerships, we're proud to support advisors who put clients first. That's the power of personal.
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06/18/2026

When expertise comes from a professional who cares about you, a financial plan becomes a path forward. That's the power of personal.

03/30/2026

Well said — especially in an environment where headlines can dominate decision-making.

One of the most important roles we play as advisors is helping clients separate signal from noise. While risks are real, so is the resilience underneath — from earnings growth to consumer strength to relatively stable credit markets.

Staying focused on the broader trajectory, not just the immediate volatility, is what ultimately drives better long-term outcomes. We should always be thinking as long term investors, even though our emotions want us to think otherwise.

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03/17/2026

When life changes, your taxes often do too. Knowing how milestones like a new home, a growing family or a career shift affect your tax picture can help you plan ahead. Explore the key factors to keep in mind:

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02/19/2026

Managing Retirement Risks: Longevity, Markets, and Spending Shocks

We were pleased to feature Dr. Wade Pfau, PhD, CFA, RICP®, Professor of Practice at The American College of Financial Services and one of the leading academic voices in
retirement income research, in a recent Knowledge Hub+ (KH+) presentation.

In this discussion, I had the opportunity to interview Dr. Pfau as part of our Master of Science in Financial Planning (MSFP) program,
where we examined the structural risks retirees face — particularly:

• Longevity risk
• Market sequence risk
• Inflation-adjusted spending
• Portfolio sustainability under varying withdrawal rates

Dr. Pfau's research has significantly shaped the profession's understanding of retirement income, including deeper analysis of the so-called "4% rule."
As discussed in the session, the original research identified an initial withdrawal rate — not a fixed percentage indefinitely —
and sustainability depends heavily on sequence of returns, inflation adjustments, and spending flexibility.

Using historical data and practical modeling frameworks, Wade explored how early-market performance and disciplined withdrawal structures materially influence retirement outcomes.

This KH+ presentation reflects the analytical depth emphasized in both:

• The Master of Science in Financial Planning (MSFP) program
• The Retirement Income Certified Professional® (RICP®) program

Retirement income planning is not simply an extension of accumulation strategy. It requires dedicated modeling, risk awareness, and thoughtful implementation. https://www.raymondjamesconnect.com/aIldbt

02/19/2026

Teaching money skills at any age.

I wish someone had handed me something like this when I was young.

So much of what we struggle with financially as adults doesn't start in adulthood — it starts in childhood. The habits. The mindset. The understanding of tradeoffs. The power of waiting. The impact of compound interest.

Financial experiences early in life shape confidence later in life.

This simple framework walks through age-appropriate money lessons — from teaching kids how to prioritize spending… to helping teens understand credit and the power of a Roth IRA… to showing young adults how compounding really works.

None of this is complicated.

But it is foundational.

If someone had helped me connect these dots earlier, it would have changed how I approached money in my 20s.

If you're a parent, grandparent, mentor, or educator — this matters more than we realize.

Money skills aren't just about dollars.
They're about discipline.
They're about patience.
They're about freedom.

And it's never too early — or too late — to start. No shame . . . just growth. https://www.raymondjamesconnect.com/aFeXOb

02/10/2026

From an income-distribution perspective, shifting yield curves and broader equity participation underscore the need for disciplined withdrawal strategies designed to balance longevity, tax efficiency and sequence-of-return risk.

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02/05/2026

From budgeting to building emergency savings, 2026 can be your most prepared year yet. The difference isn't willpower—it's guidance.

If you haven't done it yet, reach out to a planner.

Financial planners are educators. They help translate goals into strategies and uncertainty into clarity—so you can focus on living the life you want to live.

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02/04/2026

Grandparenthood often brings a quiet clarity — a renewed sense of joy, a deeper understanding of legacy, and a more thoughtful approach to the choices we make for those we cherish most.

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02/02/2026

Old-school technology is on the rise, offering a refreshing break from the digital rush.

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