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Leaving Textron? Learn what happens to your stock options, how vesting and exercise windows really work, and the tax traps to avoid. Understand the rules so you don’t lose money.

John and Jane were unsure if they could retire as planned. We helped them lower taxes, reduce investment risk, and create a clear retirement plan. Now, they feel confident about their future.

The true value comes from helping clients actually navigate the territory, not just handing them a map. A real financial planner can help you uncover what your actual values are. Maybe you want to retire at 65. Why? Is it because you hate your job? Or want to spend more time with your family? Regardless of the reason, uncovering the value behind the goal is where the real value in financial planning lies.

Many financial plans slowly unravel as people stray from their path, lost in the woods of conflicting advice and doubt.

Financial entropy is real. Like everything else in life, your plan gradually goes from more order to less order. And it doesn’t care.

Watching your portfolio returns without context is like staring at your speedometer without watching the road—you risk crashing without knowing where you're going.

There’s no right answer, only tradeoffs. Choosing between a new home and retirement savings comes down to knowing your numbers and values.

Understanding the critical difference between risk and volatility can change your investing perspective, and ultimately protect your retirement dreams. Diversification shields you from genuine risk, while embracing volatility and staying invested through ups and downs positions you for long-term success.

Our Discovery Meeting focuses on understanding your goals, diagnosing your needs, and providing clarity—no pressure, no obligation.

Align your values, goals, and cash flow to build lasting momentum. Simplify financial decisions with expert guidance this year.

The only 2 times to change your investment strategy: when your goals shift or your portfolio was flawed. Patience builds true wealth.

Discover what 'fee-only' and 'fiduciary' mean, and why choosing the right financial advisor can secure your financial future.

Focus on the big three: taxes, housing, and transportation. Small changes there make the biggest impact on your cash flow.

Start saving for your child by focusing on your values: Purpose first, then Plan, then Portfolio.

Regular financial reviews prevent entropy from unraveling your financial plan. Stay on track to avoid risks tax issues, and outdated info.

Your first meeting with a financial advisor is key to planning your future. Find out what to expect in your first meeting with our guide.

Estate planning is a complex process that everyone needs to go through. It’s not the money or assets that make it complex. It's the emotion.

As a small business ourselves, one of our specialties at Wichita Wealth is helping small business owners navigate these complexities.

How to make your golden years more enjoyable with our approach to wealth management.