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With over 17 years of providing financial advice to a wide variety of households in the Capital Region, John has developed the skills necessary to help people pursue their long-term financial goals. As an Accredited Investment Fiduciary®, Certified Retirement Counselor®, and National Social Security Advisor®, John focuses on the main concerns of today’s retirees: Social Security distribution strat

egies, managing healthcare expenses in retirement, maximizing retirement income, pension distribution option planning, and coordinating retirement plan distribution strategies with tax management strategies. John’s planning process includes a commitment to sustainable, responsible, and impact investing and he makes a conscious effort to apply ESG screens to his investment and insurance solutions. In addition to creating positive impact “beyond the portfolio,” John recognizes that the most important characteristic in developing meaningful relationships is trust. This is why John focuses on relationship development BEFORE focusing on solutions. When John begins working with a new client, they can expect to be treated like family. From educational workshops to appreciation events, John regularly goes the “extra mile” to make sure his clients know their relationship is valued. John lives in Altamont with his wife Amanda and their sons Gunnar and Tucker. On his free time, you can find John attending local events, hiking, spending time with his family, and watching sports (John is a lifelong fan of the New York Football Giants and the Arsenal Gunners). BPS Financial Services is located at:
20 Corporate Woods Blvd., 2nd Floor
Loudonville, NY 12211
(518) 449-9762

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Discover how insurance can play a vital role in managing and protecting your wealth. From liability exposure to tax cons...
09/02/2026

Discover how insurance can play a vital role in managing and protecting your wealth. From liability exposure to tax considerations, learn about the sophisticated tools that support estate planning goals and generational wealth growth.

Discover the strategies you can use to protect your estate, reduce risk, and help grow your wealth for future generations.

This Monthly Recap summarizes market performance, major events and news from August 2026. Read more here:
09/02/2026

This Monthly Recap summarizes market performance, major events and news from August 2026. Read more here:

U.S. stocks returned to gains in August after the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite both ended negative the prior two months while the Dow Industrials capped a…

Socially responsible investing helps you align your financial goals with your values. You can grow your wealth while pro...
09/01/2026

Socially responsible investing helps you align your financial goals with your values. You can grow your wealth while promoting a future you can feel good about.

Want to contribute to a better world and grow your wealth? Learn how in this quick guide to socially responsible investing.

What will this week's economic data mean for rate hike odds? Join Chief Market Strategist Brian Klimke on this week's ep...
08/31/2026

What will this week's economic data mean for rate hike odds?
Join Chief Market Strategist Brian Klimke on this week's episode of as he breaks down key reports on manufacturing, services, employment, and Friday's closely watched jobs report. With the Fed meeting just two weeks away, markets will be looking to see whether the data strengthens or weakens the case for another hike.

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When was the last time you looked at the content of your portfolio? Steps to consider here.
08/31/2026

When was the last time you looked at the content of your portfolio? Steps to consider here.

Time and market performance may subtly and slowly imbalance your portfolio.

Understanding credits and deductions is one of the critical building blocks to making the tax code work for you.
08/30/2026

Understanding credits and deductions is one of the critical building blocks to making the tax code work for you.

When you take the time to learn more about how it works, you may be able to put the tax code to work for you.

Tax diversification means spreading your retirement savings across accounts with different tax treatments—like taxable, ...
08/29/2026

Tax diversification means spreading your retirement savings across accounts with different tax treatments—like taxable, tax-deferred, and tax-free. Discover how this strategy can help balance your withdrawals and potentially reduce your tax burden.

Ready to live your ideal retirement? Learn tax-efficient withdrawal strategies to help make your savings work harder for you.

Do global and international mutual funds complement or conflict with each other?
08/28/2026

Do global and international mutual funds complement or conflict with each other?

International funds invest in non-U.S. markets, while global funds may invest in U.S. stocks alongside non-U.S. stocks.

What do Americans spend more on? 1) taxes or 2) food, clothing, and shelter? Answer = 1.
08/27/2026

What do Americans spend more on? 1) taxes or 2) food, clothing, and shelter? Answer = 1.

Here's a breakdown of how the federal government spends your tax money.

Learn more about whether you need to pay estimated taxes.
08/26/2026

Learn more about whether you need to pay estimated taxes.

Have income that isn’t subject to tax withholding? Or insufficient withholdings? You may have to pay estimated taxes.

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Loudonville, NY
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