Jim Whittaker, Principal at GP Financial Strategies, LLC

05/28/2026

Debt relief can feel like the answer when bills are piling up, but it comes with a cost. Depending on the route you take, your credit score could drop significantly. This article from CNBC breaks down what each option actually does to your credit and how long the damage lasts:

https://cnb.cx/4wWFpQL

Do you know someone who would like to work with a Financial Professional on their financial goals? I'd love to connect and talk through how I can support them.


The article is provided for informational purposes only. Any actions you take regarding debt repayment and credit cards are made at your own discretion. Paying off debt, opening or closing credit cards, or changing your credit utilization may impact your credit score and profile. There is no guarantee of specific outcomes related to credit score changes.

05/28/2026

Doc "JB" poses before a team ride and wants us all to support him on his Unbound 100 Miler this weekend and Organ Donation cause!

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we pause to remember and honor the men and women who gave their lives in service to our country.
We are grateful for their sacrifice and hold their families in our thoughts today.

05/22/2026

Congrats to my Alma Mater and all the students who "walked down the hill". Don't wait to start planning before you get your first job. Start your Protection First planning now! Remote meetings are great for busy people!

05/21/2026

Did you know that with just one solution, you can access premiums that never increase, cash value growth, and lifelong coverage options for both you and your loved ones? Reach out to me to learn more about permanent whole life insurance options from New York Life today.

05/20/2026

One of my favorite clients has two pups that are very friendly! I know I'm suppose to post about the vix index, the 10 year T-bill, what the fed is going to do, how AI will change our world. But sometimes it's just about pups! 🥰

05/19/2026

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

05/19/2026

Royals game and work event. Singles; and doubles, get on base and never strike out!

05/16/2026

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

05/14/2026

My sister and I celebrated our mom’s 87th birthday this past Monday at Manny’s Steakhouse in Minneapolis — great food and even better company!

“Maggie,” as we call Mom, has been in a senior care facility for nearly three years. Her journey is a reminder of how important it is to plan ahead for quality care as we age. Whether you prefer care in your home or in a facility, having a plan helps ensure you get to make those choices.

Let me help you prepare for the future and create a care plan that fits your wishes and lifestyle.