Justin K. Bowmaker, MBA, Financial Planner

10/26/2026

Coverage, savings, and protection needs can shift with time. The end of the year is a good time to reach out and talk through your plan.

10/23/2026

Three things for an employee to look at if your ESOP company is sold:

1️⃣ What does this mean for you financially? It’s important to be clear on the details – price per share, deal structure, and your voting rights are all important considerations.

2️⃣ How and when you’ll get paid – this varies, so it is important to be clear on the details about vesting, payout timing, and form of payment to expect.

3️⃣ Taxes and distribution options – for many employees, this may be the largest sum of money ever received, so it’s important to understand how it is taxed and how it fits in your overall financial plan.

Don’t go it alone – I can help you understand these considerations and more. Let’s connect.

10/19/2026

Many business owners spend years building value without knowing what their business
may be worth today. Understanding the value of your business can help support growth, succession, and long-term planning decisions. Let’s start the conversation.

10/15/2026

The 4% rule is a basic rule-of-thumb when it comes to retirement, but how can we make it better? Let’s talk about your retirement plan and how adding an annuity can help reduce your market risk.

Researchers compared four ways to turn a $1 million nest egg into retirement income, weighing lifetime payouts, liquidity, and money left for heirs and emergencies.

10/05/2026

Small businesses thrive because of the people behind them. Offering benefits, financial wellness resources, and long-term planning support can help strengthen employee loyalty and engagement.

Let’s explore opportunities for your team.

10/01/2026

Retirees with annuities have reported higher well-being than those with defined contribution plans. Let’s talk about how reliable guaranteed income can take the stress out of retirement.

Discover why annuity owners value lifetime income for financial security, peace of mind, and protection against market volatility and inflation.

09/29/2026

With the right mix of investment guidance, protection strategies, and thoughtful planning for the future, you can keep growing what you’ve built while planning for the people and causes that matter most to you. If you ever want to talk through what this could look like for you and your family, just reach out. I’m here to help.

09/28/2026

Protect your business and shape your future. I can help.

09/20/2026

May this Yom Kippur bring peace, reflection, and renewal.

09/17/2026

Studies show that 21.8 million American seniors have no alternate form of income other than social security. Now is the time to ensure that you have a foolproof retirement plan that will allow you to retain your way of life once you decide to stop working. Let’s talk about bolstering your retirement plan today.