Brakke Financial Services

06/22/2026

June is Annuity Awareness Month, a great time to rethink your retirement income strategy.

Retirement today can be active, fulfilling and longer than ever. A 65-year-old today could live 20 to 30 more years. That makes having a smart income strategy essential.

Retirement income solutions may help address goals such as:

• Cover essential expenses more predictably
• Worry less about outliving your savings
• Stay resilient through market shifts

Your retirement is unique. Your income strategy should be, too. Let's connect and build an income plan that fits your goals.

06/21/2026

If things feel more expensive these days, it's because they are. You can lighten your budget by cutting out these costs when money gets tight.

Loosen your budget by saying goodbye to these purchases

06/20/2026

AARP exclusive report: Family caregivers provided 49.5 billion hours of care in 2024, ranking among America’s largest workforces.

AARP exclusive report: Family caregivers provided 49.5 billion hours of care in 2024, ranking among America’s largest workforces

06/19/2026

This Juneteenth, take time to honor history, celebrate progress and support one another.

06/18/2026

The graduating class of 2026 is entering a job market that looks nothing like when they started college, and AI is playing a role.

As of March, 4.2% of full-time early-career jobs called for AI skills, nearly double the share from a year ago, according to Handshake's 2026 graduate report.

06/16/2026

In our retirement advice column, Wealth Wise, we answer a reader's question about whether you should take a loan from a parent in their 90s without them knowing.

In our retirement advice column, Wealth Wise, we answer a reader's question about whether you should take a loan from an elderly parent without them knowing.

06/14/2026

Great players don’t get there alone. Behind every player on the world stage is someone who believed in them, challenged them, and helped them grow.

The Assist shares the stories behind U.S. Men’s National Team players Tyler Adams, Tim Ream, and Matt Turner — and the coaches and mentors who shaped their journey.

I hope you’ll take a few minutes to watch these stories. And if you’d like to talk about your own goals, I’d be happy to connect.

Watch the series here:
https://bit.ly/4cSyoZx

06/13/2026

June is Annuity Awareness Month — and a great time to revisit the power of compounding.

Think it's too late for compounding to make a difference? Think again.

Compounding means your money earns returns not just on your original investment, but also on the growth you've already accumulated. Even if you're in your 50s or 60s, time can still work in your favor.

Many people at this stage can contribute more consistently than earlier in their careers. A shorter time horizon can still support meaningful progress when contributions stay steady and earnings are reinvested.

Compounding helps build wealth over time. Certain annuities may help support asset preservation and retirement income goals. Let's talk about how these fit into your retirement strategy.

*Investments are subject to market risk including possible loss of principal.

06/12/2026

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.

06/10/2026

For many business owners, the company is the estate plan. But will there be enough liquidity to:
—Cover estate costs?
—Keep the business running?
—Treat your heirs fairly?
If you’re not sure, reach out to me and let’s talk about some proven ways to protect what you’ve built.