CFG Retirement

CFG Retirement What does your retirement look like? Do you have a clear picture of where your retirement income will come from? Our structured approach is somewhat unique.

We help you as a pre-retiree or retiree take your goals, needs and desires and explore the five core areas of retirement (income, investments, taxes, legacy, the unexpected) and create a written retirement plan to help you a achieve your objectives. In order to know that you can realistically expect to retire comfortably, you need to have a steady stream of income and a comprehensive process for m

anaging your financial affairs. At Assured Retirement Group, spearheaded by Vince Oldre, CFP©, we specialize in planning for those in, or near retirement. We are here to help you devise a plan that matches your current financial needs with your future goals. Assured Retirement Group is an independent advisory firm located in the Twin Cities area of Minneapolis / St. Paul, offering prudent advice and exceptional service one client at a time. We focus primarily on your Social Security benefits and pension plan as the primary means to create an income stream in which you can have confidence. You’ve worked hard to earn your Social Security and Pension. We’ll determine the best time and the right way to take your Social Security and pension benefits, and we’ll design a plan to draw from your other assets in the most tax efficient way. At Assured Retirement Group it’s our job to make sure that your Social Security, pension, and all your assets are in sync and working their hardest for you. To find out more about the kind of prudent advice we offer, sign up for our monthly e-newsletter. We would also be glad to sit down with you for a no-cost consultation.

12/21/2025

Gallup research shows something surprising: retirees often love the first 6–12 months — the “honeymoon phase” — but after that, the excitement fades.
Not because retirement is bad… but because unlimited free time can lose its sparkle.

One couple I worked with took a long RV trip after retiring. They loved it at first — until every campground started to look the same.

Retirement is a major life transition, and understanding how to build purpose and structure is key to long-term fulfillment.

You can watch the full video now on our YouTube channel — it’s packed with the biggest emotional and lifestyle challenges retirees face and what to do about them.

12/20/2025

The Social Security funding crisis isn’t about politics — it’s about population math.
In the 1950s, there were 8 workers per retiree.
Today, there are just 2.8, and we’re heading toward 2.

Why it matters:
• Birth rates have dropped
• Families are smaller
• Fewer workers are entering the system
• More retirees are drawing benefits longer

Two workers funding one retiree is extremely hard to sustain.
This demographic shift is the heart of the Social Security challenge.

Save this so you can understand the REAL issue behind the headlines.
Want to watch the video in full? Head over to our YouTube channel!

12/19/2025
12/18/2025

Let’s talk about the pension option that sounds great… until you know how it works.

Life Only = biggest monthly check.
BUT here’s the part many people miss:

➡️ When you pass away, the pension ends.
➡️ No payout to your spouse.
➡️ Nothing for your kids.

For some retirees, Life Only makes perfect sense.
For others, it could leave a spouse with zero income.

This is why choosing your pension option is one of the biggest decisions of your life.

Tag someone who needs to understand this before they retire!

12/17/2025

A lot of people get excited when they see the lump sum option…
until they open the pension packet and find pages of confusing charts and math formulas nobody has used since college. 😅

And here’s the part most people don’t realize:
Your pension choice affects your spouse… your taxes… your long-term income… and even your legacy.

It’s one of the biggest retirement decisions you’ll ever make — and you only get ONE shot.
Share this with someone who’s reviewing their pension options right now.

12/16/2025

A few months ago, I met with a couple — Mark and Susan.
They’re in their early 60s, no debt, a modest home, and over $1.3 million saved between their 401(k)s, IRAs, and brokerage accounts.

On paper, they had it all figured out.
But when we sat down, they said something I hear all the time:

“Vince, we thought we’d feel excited about retiring… but honestly, we’re nervous.”

That’s the emotional side of retirement most people don’t talk about.
It’s not just about how much you’ve saved — it’s about how confident you feel when you finally stop working.

To watch the video in its entirety head over to our YouTube channel.

12/15/2025

If you’ve saved a million or more, you’re ahead of most retirees.
But even a strong nest egg needs a strategy.

Here’s your checklist 👇
1️⃣ Know your numbers
2️⃣ Pick a withdrawal method that fits your risk tolerance
3️⃣ Diversify your income sources
4️⃣ Defend against inflation, longevity, and taxes
5️⃣ Review and adjust every year

Because a retirement paycheck isn’t just about income —
it’s about peace of mind and freedom.

As the Festival of Lights begins, we send warm wishes to everyone celebrating.May each candle you light bring peace, joy...
12/14/2025

As the Festival of Lights begins, we send warm wishes to everyone celebrating.
May each candle you light bring peace, joy, and hope into your home and heart.
From all of us at CFG Retirement, Happy Hanukkah!

12/14/2025

Two retirees. Two totally different pension decisions.
And BOTH were the right choice.

👉 Paul, an engineer, saw a $720,000 lump sum and said,
“I can manage this better myself.”
And he could — he loved numbers, investing, and staying disciplined.

👉 Susan, a teacher, hated market risk.
She wanted stability and peace of mind.
For her, the guaranteed monthly check was absolutely the best choice.

Your pension decision shouldn’t follow what others are doing.
It should follow your personality, risk tolerance, and peace of mind. ❤️

Share this with someone deciding between a lump sum and a monthly pension!

12/13/2025

☕ Think about this:
The $5 coffee you buy today could cost $10 later in retirement.

That’s inflation — and it’s why retirement planning isn’t just about how much you’ve saved.
It’s about how to turn what you’ve saved into a dependable, inflation-adjusted paycheck.

Because a million dollars today won’t go as far tomorrow.

12/12/2025

When my mom went from living on income to living on withdrawals, everything changed.

Withdrawals feel scary when you’re grieving.
They feel scary when you’ve never handled the finances before.
They feel like you’re draining your future security… one dollar at a time.

So many retirees feel this exact fear — even when they’ve saved enough.
If you know someone navigating retirement alone or after loss, please share this with them. 💙

You can find the whole video by clicking on the link in our bio.

🎅Even Santa needs some help sometimes! CFG Retirement was honored to take part in the USPS “Operation Santa” program thi...
12/11/2025

🎅Even Santa needs some help sometimes! CFG Retirement was honored to take part in the USPS “Operation Santa” program this year.
We adopted four Christmas lists from children in our community—ensuring each one wakes up to a magical Christmas morning. ✨🎄

At CFG, giving back is at the heart of who we are. Supporting families, spreading joy, and strengthening our community is one of our greatest privileges.

Wishing everyone a season filled with kindness, generosity, and hope. ❤️🎁

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