Bush Wealth Management

10/23/2026

With the 2026 midterm elections approaching, many investors are wondering what the results could mean for the markets and their portfolios.

In this video, Kent Patrick shares his perspective on the upcoming elections and what investors should keep in mind.

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10/21/2026

Five years can sound like a long runway. But some parts of leaving a business simply can’t be rushed.

A future leader needs time to earn trust, not just receive a title. A management team needs opportunities to make decisions without the owner in the room. Client relationships may need to transition gradually. And the owner needs time to figure out what stepping away will actually look like.

Giving each of these pieces time to develop can make the eventual transition feel far more intentional and prepared.

If leaving the business is five years away, those five years may be some of the most important years in the plan.

10/19/2026

🎉Please join us in congratulating Carlee Smith on her promotion to Senior Client Service Associate!
Read more about her new role here: https://na2.hubs.ly/H08sQXl0

10/16/2026

You can know it’s time to move and still have a hard time leaving.

A home can hold decades of birthday mornings, holidays around the table, height marks on the doorframe, and rooms your children still think of as “home.”

So when it’s time to downsize, the decision carries more than financial considerations. It can mean deciding what to keep, what to let go of, and what you want the next chapter to feel like.

Some moves deserve more than a financial conversation.

10/15/2026

The third quarter of 2026 is in the books! 📈
Join Aaron as he shares a recap of the markets, key takeaways from the quarter, and what investors should keep in mind as we head into the final months of the year.
https://na2.hubs.ly/H08pKF30

10/15/2026

Kent Patrick discusses Revocable Living Trusts and why they are not for everyone.

Kent Patrick of Bush Wealth Management discusses Revocable Living Trusts and why they are not for everyone.

10/14/2026

Blazer pride runs deep at Bush Wealth Management! ❤️🔥

Blazer Owned Business Spotlight: Kent Patrick ’13

This week, we’re highlighting Bush Wealth Management and Managing Partner Kent Patrick!

Today, Kent serves as Managing Partner at Bush Wealth Management, where he works with clients to develop thoughtful, long-term financial plans while helping lead the strategic direction of the firm. As a fiduciary and Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor, Kent is committed to providing clients with objective and transparent financial guidance.

And the Blazer connection runs deep! Kent is joined at Bush Wealth Management by fellow VSU alumni:

Brad Bayless ’18
Rob Simmons ’18, ’21
Carlee Smith ’23
Aaron Taylor ’18
Chandler Craven ’23

From discovering his passion in a VSU classroom to building a career focused on helping others, Kent is a great example of what it means to be Blazer Owned!

10/14/2026

📢 JUST ANNOUNCED: Social Security Benefits to Increase 3.6% in 2027!
The Social Security Administration has officially announced a 3.6% Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) for 2027, impacting approximately 76 million Americans.

What does this mean for retirees?
Social Security benefits will increase beginning January 2027.
The average retired worker will receive approximately $75 more per month.
The adjustment is designed to help benefits keep pace with inflation and rising living expenses.

While an increase is welcome news, understanding how Social Security fits into your overall retirement income strategy is an important part of financial planning.

🔗 Learn more from the Social Security Administration: https://na2.hubs.ly/H08np4s0

10/13/2026

🎂 Please help us wish Aaron a Happy Birthday! We hope you have a wonderful day!

10/09/2026

Have you ever thought through a financial decision so many times that you’re no longer sure what you think?

You’ve run the scenarios. Read the articles. Talked it over at home. Maybe you’ve even made a decision, only to reconsider it the next morning.

We see this when the stakes feel especially high, like retirement, selling a business, helping family, or making a major purchase.

Sometimes you don’t need more information. You need the space to sort through what you already know and determine what matters most.

That’s where a thoughtful conversation can help.