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PLAN FOR CARE
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
ONE AMERICA PLAN FOR CARE - Remember better to have a plan and not need it than not have a plan and wonder what's next! Any road will get you there if you don't know where you are going. //
Read MoreOSAIC 2025 MARKET REVIEW
Thursday, January 22, 2026
Attached is OSAIC 2025 MARKET REVIEW. You might find this interesting reading. Should you like to discuss this or any other topics, please let me know and we can find a convenient time to talk.OSAIC 2025 MARKET REVIEW
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CAPITALISM vs SOCIALISM
Tuesday, November 4, 2025
Brian Westbury's article helps illustrates the difference between Capitalism & Socialism. CAPITALISM vs SOCIALISM
Read MoreKaylee & Hunter Engagement
Monday, July 14, 2025
Congratulations to Kaylee and Hunter on their engagement! We welcome Hunter to the family!
Read MoreNAVIGATING VOLATILITY
Friday, April 4, 2025
NAVIGATING MARKET VOLATILITY NAVIGATING VOLATILITY
Read MoreRETIREMENT QUESTIONS AND CONVERSATIONS
Monday, March 10, 2025
Our recent breakfast workshop was a tremendous success generating questions on topics that many were concerned. I have attached worksheets from the seminar that might help us in creating and enhancing your retirement goals. After...
Read MoreFLANAGAN GIRLS PREPARE FOR BOSTON!
Saturday, January 25, 2025
Both Lindsay and Kaylee will be competing at the Boston Marathon in April. They did a little prep-work and you can watch the rest. Copy and past the link in a browser and see. https://www.wcvb...
Read MoreEARLY RETIREMENT BRIDGE
Monday, December 30, 2024
When to take Social Security is a question that many people struggle to answer. Each persons situation is different and there is no right or wrong answer. Attached is a link to a brochure that might help provide some additional...
Read MoreSTARTING OUT
Wednesday, November 6, 2024
When you are just starting out there maybe financial topics that you need to address. If you would like to learn more, please click the link below. STARTING OUT
Read MoreLINDSAY FLANAGAN CHICAGO MARATHON
Monday, October 14, 2024
CONGRATULATIONS! Lindsay Flanagan on her overall 9th place finish, 2nd American Woman along with a new Personal Best 2:23:31. Fantastic Race! LINDSAY CHICAGO MARATHON
Read MoreMEDICARE OPEN ENROLLMENT
Tuesday, October 8, 2024
If you are interested in discussion your Medicare Options for 2025, please visit my website www.flanaganfinancialservices.net and at the bottom of the page is a link for Medicare Back Office. If you are taking any prescriptions this...
Read MoreSAFE GUARDING YOUR GOLDEN YEARS
Wednesday, August 21, 2024
Today's technology can be both a benefit and a curse. While technology has made great strides the bad guys try to stay one step ahead. Attached is information that might help you safeguard your financial health. Should you after...
Read MoreWHY WE THE PEOPLE CAN NOT AFFORD EV'S
Thursday, August 1, 2024
WHY WE THE PEOPLE CAN NOT AFFORD EV'S
Read MoreFINANCIAL WELLNESS
Tuesday, July 16, 2024
FINANCIAL WELLNESS Creating a sound financial strategy can lead to financial success. Please read the attached for options that might generate ideas which might help you build financial confidence.
Read MoreGRIEF THEN PAPERWORK: THE MESSY THANKLESS JOB OF AN ESTATE EXECUTOR
Monday, July 8, 2024
GRIEF THEN PAPERWORK: THE MESSY THANKLESS JOB OF AN ESTATE EXECUTOR
Read MoreOptimize 529's for EDUCATION AND BEYOND
Wednesday, May 29, 2024
Have you ever seen the movie "The Firm" with Tom Cruise. At the very end of the movie the FBI approaches Tom Cruise not happy that they "only" have mail fraud against the "The Firm". Cruise's response is classic, Do you even know what...
Read MoreARE YOU PREPARED FOR THE UNFORESEEN
Wednesday, May 15, 2024
ARE YOU PREPARED FOR THE UNFORESEEN
Read MoreINFLATION IN ILLINOIS JUST GOT WORSE
Tuesday, May 7, 2024INFLATION IN ILLINOIS JUST GOT WORSE
Read MoreFINANCIAL CONFIDENCE
Friday, February 23, 2024
A written financial strategy can lead to financial confidence. I have found over the years that those clients who have a plan are more confident and relaxed that they will achieve their financial goals. If you would like to...
Read MoreTECHNOLOGY & TAXES
Wednesday, February 14, 2024
Technology is ever changing. Compare the computers it took for the first Apollo mission versus your smartphone. Wow what a difference! Well now technology might be able to assist you with your taxes in 2024. If...
Read MoreCONGRATULATIONS LINDSAY FLANAGAN
Tuesday, February 6, 2024
CONGRATULATIONS to LINDSAY FLANAGAN on her 8th place finish at the Olympic Trials on February 3, 2024. Lindsay earned the distinction of being a top 10 US Women's Marathoner. What an accomplishment! We are so proud of...
Read MoreLINDSAY FLANAGAN OLYMPIC TRIALS
Wednesday, January 31, 2024
Our daughter Lindsay will be competing on February 3, 2024, for the right to represent the USA at the Olympics in Paris this Summer. Lindsay’s 9th place finish at the World Games in Budapest 2023 has prepared her for this...
Read MoreIntelligent Strategies for Utilizing Your Tax Refund Effectively
Monday, January 29, 2024
Tax Refunds can be an excellent way to save, payoff bills along with a number of other options. The link below may help provide you with other ways to help you create a more stable financial future. Intelligent Strategies for...
Read MoreFIXED RATE OPTIONS
Friday, January 19, 2024
Are you concerned about retaining your principal and not losing value due to market fluctuation? Do you have cash that is not earning enough to potentially keep up with inflation? Would like to possibly reduce your income...
Read MoreMEMORY CARE
Wednesday, January 17, 2024
Many of us have either known someone who needed memory assistance or have dealt with a family member or loved one who has memory issues. Below is a website that might help provide some information and guidance. Hopefully...
Read MorePAVING YOUR PATH
Wednesday, December 27, 2023
If you are thinking about a major purchase the attached article might be of interest. PAVING YOUR PATH
Read MoreRECAP 2023
Tuesday, December 12, 2023
2023 Recap and What's Ahead in 2024 As we get ready to turn the page on 2023 and welcome the new year with all its possibilities, we’d like to take some time to reflect on the year that was—the notable events,...
Read MorePLANNING CAN RELIEVE STRESS
Saturday, December 2, 2023
Loss aversion is a cognitive bias that explains why individuals feel the pain of loss twice as intensively as the equivalent pleasure of gain. You’d assume the sweetness of a win outshines the sourness of defeat. But...
Read MoreGOLDMAN SACHS FDIC INSURED CALLABLE POTENTIAL 11% RETURN
Wednesday, October 18, 2023
Currently for the month of October Goldman Sachs is offering a Callable CD which can earn 11% annually. Market Linked CD offers FDIC, Principal Protection along with an Estate Feature. If you are looking for an option that...
Read MoreMEDICARE ENROLLMENT
Thursday, October 12, 2023
MEDICARE ENROLLMENT NAVIGATING MEDICARE WORKBOOK
Read MoreCHICAGO MARATHON - A FAMILY EVENT
Tuesday, October 10, 2023
This past Sunday my youngest son and I ran the Chicago Marathon. His time was much faster, but fortunately our entire family was able to be here and watch us conquer the 26.2. Truth be told everyone was surprised when I...
Read MoreCONGRATUALTIONS TO LINDSAY FLANAGAN
Monday, August 28, 2023
CONGRATULATIONS TO LINDSAY FLANAGAN ON HER 9TH PLACE FINISH AT THE WORLD GAMES IN BUDAPEST! Lindsay Interview
Read MoreWhy work with a financial advisor?
Tuesday, June 13, 2023
Why work with a financial advisor?Value of a financial advisor
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WILL ILLINOIS PUBLIC PENSIONS SURVIVE?
Wednesday, May 10, 2023
WILL ILLINOIS PUBLIC PENSIONS SURVIVE
Read MoreGoing to College Without Student Loan Debt
Tuesday, April 11, 2023
College costs continue to rise making a higher education harder to achieve. Attached is information that may help you or someone you know minimize those expenses.Going to College Without Student Loans
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COULD BIDEN & THE FED HAVE CAUSED THE SVB COLLAPSE?
Friday, March 17, 2023
COULD BIDEN & THE FED HAVE CAUSED THE SVB COLLAPSE?
Read MoreOrland Park Business Hall of Fame for the 7th Consecutive Year
Wednesday, March 1, 2023
It is with great honor that Flanagan Financial Services has earned the Orland Park Business Hall of Fame for the 7th Consecutive Year. We could not achieve this honor without your support. Thank you!Orland Park Business...
Read MoreSenior Advice
Wednesday, February 22, 2023
Often times we receive calls asking for information on various assisted living or other types of housing for our loved ones. Below are three links that might be helpful should you need assistance please call or email and we can...
Read MoreBECAUSE WE VALUE YOU & YOUR FAMILY
Tuesday, February 21, 2023
BECAUSE WE VALUE YOU & YOUR FAMILY
Read MoreMEDICARE - ARE YOU PREPARED
Friday, February 17, 2023
In an effort to continue to bring you information that can help make informed decisions, I have taken this opportunity to provide material on Medicare along with a video link which you might find educational. After reviewing the...
Read MoreCASH vs INCOME - DON'T CONFUSE THE TWO
Monday, February 6, 2023
CASH vs INCOME DON'T CONFUSE THE TWO
Read MoreIS ILLINOIS HEADED DOWN THE WRONG PATH
Friday, February 3, 2023
It’s back…Illinois’ Sen. Martwick to again push for a progressive tax, even as U.S. states overwhelmingly move toward flat or zero income taxes. – Wirepoints | Wirepoints
Read MoreMEDICARE INCOME RELATED MONTHLY ADJUSTMENT AMOUNT
Tuesday, January 10, 2023
PDF Version Please Click - MEDICARE INCOME RELATED MONTHLY ADJUSTMENT AMOUNT
Read More2023 - What's important to you?
Friday, December 23, 2022
What is important to you for 2023? At this time of year, we may have the opportunity to reflect on the past year. Many of us may have had the “List of Things to Do”. Unfortunately, we may not have...
Read MoreMERRY CHRISTMAS & HAPPY HOLIDAYS
Wednesday, December 21, 2022
To view the PDF Version Please click the link - MERRY CHRISTMAS HAPPY HOLIDAYS!
Read MoreAre State, County & Municipal Pensions Solvent?
Tuesday, December 13, 2022
Please Click the Link for PDF Version -Are State County & Municipal Pensions Solvent?Illinois pension debts jump back up to $140 billion, state shortchanges its annual contribution by $4.4 billion – Wirepoints | Wirepoints
Read MorePROPERTY TAXES - INFLATION?
Friday, December 9, 2022
PDF Version Please Click -PROPERTY TAXES - INFLATION?
Read MoreBest Bill Paying Services for Seniors
Wednesday, November 23, 2022
If you are looking for information on ways to help keep up with bills or other payments, you can visit the website link below.https://www.caring.com/best-bill-management-services/
Read MoreDON'T FORGET TO VERIFY YOUR MEDICARE BENEFITS
Monday, November 21, 2022
DON'T FORGET TO VERIFY YOUR MEDICARE BENEFITSPlease click the link for PDF version.
Read MoreThings are different this time
Tuesday, November 15, 2022
THINGS ARE DIFFERENT THIS TIMEPlease click the link to view the printed version.
Read MoreAchieving Financial Independence
Wednesday, November 2, 2022
Achieving Financial Independence
Read MoreLong-Term Care Are You Prepared
Tuesday, October 25, 2022
LTC Cost Avg 2021LTC RealitiesVID2677-The Basics_ LTC Insurance Video FINAL (brightcove.net)
Read MoreGenerating Retirement Income from Your 401k, 457, 403b or Other Retirement Assets
Monday, October 24, 2022
Please click for PDF Version Generating Retirement Income from Your 401k, 457, 403b or Other Retirement Assets
Read MoreHUGE SS INCREASE COMES WITH DRWABACKS FOR SOME SENIORS
Tuesday, October 18, 2022
HUGE SS INCREASE COMES WITH DRAWBACKS FOR SOME SENIORS!--Please Click for PDF Version
Read MoreIs 0% Better Than 8.5%
Monday, October 3, 2022
Is 0% Better Than 8.5%? Please click the link for a printed version of the blog.
Read MoreINFLATION IS HERE ARE YOU READY?
Wednesday, September 14, 2022
INFLATION IS HERE ARE YOU READY?
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DO YOU THINK YOU NEED MORE INCOME
Thursday, September 8, 2022
DO YOU THINK YOU NEED MORE INCOME?
Read MoreDon't Let Life's Waves Wash Away Your Retirement - Create Sustainable Income
Wednesday, August 31, 2022
Exciting News! I am working with a new publisher to relaunch my eBook. Stay tuned for information on how a family member, colleague or yourself can purchase this helpful resource!
Read MoreWhat Does Inflation Mean to You?
Tuesday, August 30, 2022
What Does Inflation Mean to You?
Read MoreIt Doesn't Matter Until It Matters
Friday, August 19, 2022
It Doesn't Matter Until It Matters
Read MoreDo You Have a Long-Term Care Plan
Wednesday, August 3, 2022
Do You Have A Long-Term Care Plan
Read MoreCongratulations Lindsay Flanagan's New Course Record
Tuesday, July 5, 2022
Congratulations to Lindsay Flanagan for setting a New Course Record and her 1st Place finish at the Gold Coast Marathon - Australia. Lindsay's 2:24:43 now ranks her 10th of US Women marathoners who have had 1st Place Finishes. It was a...
Read MoreGuide to Raising Financially Responsible Children
Monday, June 27, 2022
Children are our future and teaching them to be responsible with their money could be a valuable life lesson. To that end, attached is something you might find helpful in teaching children about money. I would welcome you...
Read MoreSimple Safeguards: How to Stay Safe From Identity Theft and Cybercrime
Thursday, April 7, 2022
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Do you have a plan to cover health expenses in retirement?
Wednesday, July 28, 2021
Health care maybe one expense that is mandatory in retirement. Do you have a plan on how to cover that major expense? If not maybe the link can provide you with some assistance. Should you like to discuss you situation in more detail,...
Read MoreTimeless Principles of Investing
Tuesday, July 13, 2021
Overtime there have principles that work in many industries. You might experience long-term financial goals by utilizing "Timeless Principles". Check out the attached link for concepts that might help you achieve your financial goals....
Read More5-Ways to Stay Confident in Retirement
Thursday, July 8, 2021
As you approach or journey through retirement there maybe important issue to keep an eye out for that might need to be addressed or might be a concern. Hopefully this information you will find helpful. Any questions, please give me a...
Read MoreSocial Security Analyzer
Thursday, May 20, 2021
Social Security may play an important role in your retirement income. If you are interested in learning more about your Social Security benefit, attached is a link to one of partners, Nationwide. The Nationwide Social Security analyzer...
Read MoreRenter's don't pay property taxes - Really?
Wednesday, September 9, 2020
Securities and investment advisory services offered through Woodbury Financial Services, Inc. (WFS), member FINRA/SIPC. WFS is separately owned and other entities and/or marketing names, products or services referenced here are independent
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Social Security & Medicare Solvency
Monday, June 29, 2020
Social Security & Medicare Solvency Discussion
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Estate documents you need, because parenting doesn’t stop when they turn 18
Tuesday, June 23, 2020
Parents are often amazed when their children finally become adults. Turning 18 is a celebratory milestone, and no doubt the experience will leave you wondering how the years flew by so quickly. And even though your child will always...
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