The Sleep at Night Test

The Sleep at Night Test

Ryan Bennett CFP®
Published on: 07/03/2026

I just can't watch my account go down" is one of the most common things I hear. But avoiding market risk doesn't mean avoiding all risk. Here's how I think about the sleep at night test as part of a real retirement plan.

Behavioral
When to Take Social Security: Two Ways to Look at the Decision

When to Take Social Security: Two Ways to Look at the Decision

Ryan Bennett CFP®
Published on: 05/20/2026

Should you take Social Security early or wait? The answer involves more than a breakeven number. Here's a two-lens approach that looks at both the math and the human side of the decision.

Retirement Planning
Should You Leave Your Kids an IRA, Roth IRA, or Brokerage Account?

Should You Leave Your Kids an IRA, Roth IRA, or Brokerage Account?

Ryan Bennett CFP®
Published on: 05/06/2026

Tax planning for IRAs, Roth IRAs, and inherited assets for Midwest retirees.

Tax Planning
Are Taxes Lower in Retirement? (What Ohio Retirees Need to Know)

Are Taxes Lower in Retirement? (What Ohio Retirees Need to Know)

Ryan Bennett CFP®
Published on: 04/24/2026

Most people assume taxes go down in retirement. Learn how taxes really work in Ohio, including Social Security, RMDs, and why they can become more complex over time.

Tax Planning

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