Beacon of Light Financial Services, Inc. - A Gregory L. Schaffer Company

06/16/2026

I am pleased to share another milestone in the history of The Gregory L. Schaffer Companies: our 42nd anniversary.

As I reflect on this occasion, I am reminded how quickly the years have passed. I truly believe that when you love what you do, it never feels like work, and time has certainly flown by. After so many anniversaries, the words remain the same, yet they mean more than ever: I am grateful, humbled, and blessed. Most of all, I am thankful for the best clients we could ever ask for.

Our clients are like family. From the very beginning, our work has never been about a transaction; it has always been about a relationship. Perhaps that is why 42 years does not feel as long as it sounds. These relationships go far beyond business. Our clients know that we have their backs, their best interests at heart, and an unwavering dedication to serving them at all times.

As fiduciaries, we take that responsibility seriously. Over the years, we have grown into one of the most comprehensive financial service companies in the country in my opinion, offering Investment Advisory and Portfolio Management Services, Accounting and Taxation Services, Life Planning, Business Consultation, Full Real Estate Services, Trust Planning, Trustee and Executor Services, and all forms of Insurance.

Our staff has also been a key part of this journey. Their dedication, devotion, enthusiasm, loyalty, and hard work have been invaluable to our ongoing success. I am proud to have them as part of our extended work family.

We cannot thank our clients enough for allowing us to serve as their trusted advisors and for welcoming us into their lives. We are truly blessed by your trust and confidence, and we will continue doing everything we can to strengthen your financial stewardship and help protect your families for many years to come.

May God bless you and your families always.

Gregory Lee Schaffer, Founder, CEO, President

05/25/2026

A Memorial Day Honor

As we go about our daily lives—gathering in fellowship, enjoying picnics, attending events, and sharing time with loved ones—may we pause today, and every day, to remember the brave men and women of our military who gave their lives for the freedoms we enjoy.

May we acknowledge with grateful hearts their sacrifice, courage, and selflessness, and may we also give thanks for all who serve and have served in our Armed Forces.

May God bless them and their families. May He grant His loving protection to the men and women in uniform, preserve their lives, and guide them as they continue to defend our freedom.

We remember. We honor. We give thanks.

01/01/2026

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As we close out our 41st year in business, we reflect on our relationships and how blessed we are to be a part of our clients lives. Thank you to all of you that have entrusted us, for the confidence to refer us, and for allowing us to serve you, your family and friends. We appreciate you!

Happy New Year from all of us at The Gregory L. Schaffer Companies

11/27/2025

11/11/2025

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In respect for the Men and Women who serve our country and provide us the freedom we sometimes take lightly, I thank you for your courage, perseverance and sacrifice you and your families have made. You are appreciated beyond words. Many blessings to you and your loved ones.

06/29/2025

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I am pleased to share another milestone in the history of The Gregory L. Schaffer Companies; our 41st anniversary.

We are one of the most comprehensive financial service companies in the country offering, Investment Advisory, Comprehensive Financial Planning & Portfolio Management Services for all stages of your life, Accounting & Taxation Services, Full Real Estate Services, Trust Planning, Trustee and Executor Services, and all forms of Insurances.

Our firm is designed to be a “financial doctor” to our clients and we serve as "fiduciaries" which means we serve in our client's best interest and this has always been our highest priority.

Our success story is our dedication to being trustworthy, highly educated, providing a value to our clients and applying the “Golden Rule”. We have a true passion for helping others and we remain diligent to provide the highest level of service and expertise for many more years to come.

Our staff has been a key part of our journey and their dedication, enthusiasm, loyalty and hard work has been valuable to our continued success. I am proud to have them as part of our work "extended" family.

We can’t thank our clients enough for allowing us to serve as their trusted advisors and allowing us to be part of their lives. We are grateful and blessed for your trust and confidence and we will do all we can to edify your financial stewardship and protect your families for many more years to come.

May God Bless you and your families always!

Gregory Lee Schaffer, Founder, CEO, President

12/30/2024

We at The Gregory L. Schaffer Companies would like to wish you and your family a healthy, joyful and prosperous New Year!

We are grateful for your trust, confidence and patronage for the last 40 years and looking forward to serving you in 2025.

May God Bless you and yours in all you do ❤️❤️❤️

11/28/2024

We have the best clients in the world and we are thankful!

11/11/2024

In respect for the Men and Women who serve our country and provide us the freedom we sometimes take lightly, I thank you for your courage, perseverance and sacrifice you and your families have made. You are appreciated beyond words. Many blessings to you and your loved ones.

06/15/2024

Today is an important day of reflection of the past 40 years of serving our clients and a milestone worthy of celebration.

I started writing a message maybe after 10 years of business and then the 15th, 20th, 25th year and then decided every year there after was a milestone worth sharing.

On 06/15/1984, the filing of the first DBA "Doing business as" certificate at the Monroe County Clerk's office on West Main St. in Rochester, NY; I had just enough money to file. After that, I used two(2) $500 limit credit cards to buy my first computer and accounting software. Then after that, 16 more companies have been created, 9 that were more investments were ultimately sold during the years and 8 remain today of which 7 of those are our core businesses that we have been operating since the first years.

People ask me what we do and I always smile and say; well we do everything in the game of "Monopoly" (my childhood favorite and suspect many of you as well). Investment Advisory & Portfolio Management Services, Accounting & Taxation Services, Full Real Estate Services, Trust Planning, Trustee and Executor Services, and all forms of Insurances and yes; we own railroads and utility companies :).

As a think about what I have not written yet after so many anniversaries posts, I have to say this; I am blown away by the loyalty , trust and confidence our clients have placed in our companies and the so many comments that "We are with you as long as you are". Folks, that is one of those statements that is priceless and worth way more than any transaction we have ever done; we are so grateful.

Our staff has been a key part of our treasured relationships with our clients. Their dedication, enthusiasm, loyalty along with hard work has been most valuable to our continued success and it could not be done without everyone's effort.

In closing, we have what I would say are the best clients we could ever ask for and we are grateful, blessed and appreciate you!

Cheers to the past 40 and we look forward to many more years to come!

May God Bless you and your families always!

Gregory Lee Schaffer, Founder, CEO, President