Financial Advisor in Burlington, KY

A good financial advisor in Burlington, KY should earn your trust, not chase a commission.
We manage every portfolio personally and stay close to every family, so Boone County clients always know where they stand.

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Burlington Investment Management

Boone County is growing fast, and so are the goals of the families who call Burlington home. Whether you're just starting to invest or protecting decades of savings, we shape a portfolio around your plans and keep refining it as your life and the markets change.

Designed around you

There’s no off-the-shelf model here. We begin with what you want your money to do, when you’ll need it and how you feel about risk, then build each Burlington portfolio from there.

Starting your first portfolio

New to investing? We help first-time investors open the right accounts, set sensible contributions and build habits that grow with your career.

Individual securities

Holding stocks and bonds directly lets you see exactly what you own and gives us flexibility to manage gains, losses and taxes on your behalf.

Broad reach with ETFs

One exchange-traded fund can cover an entire market sector. We use ETFs to widen your diversification while keeping fees in check.

Income-producing investments

Dividend-paying holdings can put cash in your pocket today without giving up the long-term growth your plan depends on.

Every portfolio, every day

Your investments get daily attention, not a once-a-year glance. When something shifts, we’re already looking at it.

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Retirement & Medicare Planning in Burlington, KY

The years before retirement are when the biggest decisions happen. We help Burlington families pick the right retirement date, line up their income sources and handle Social Security and Medicare with confidence, so the transition feels planned, not rushed.

Picking your retirement date

We model retiring at different ages against your savings, spending and health coverage, so you can choose a date backed by numbers.

Rolling over a workplace plan

Leaving an employer? We help you decide what to do with your 401(k), whether to keep it, roll it to an IRA or combine accounts, without surprise taxes.

Income that lasts

We build a withdrawal plan across your accounts so your retirement income arrives steadily and your savings are paced to last.

When to start Social Security

The age you claim affects every check you’ll receive. We run the numbers for you and your spouse so the decision fits your whole plan.

Your Medicare timeline

Turning 65 comes with firm deadlines. We lay out when to enroll and what to consider, so nothing slips through the cracks.

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Burlington Tax Planning & Risk Management

Taxes and unexpected events can quietly chip away at years of progress. For Burlington households, we weigh the tax impact of each financial move and look for weak spots in your protection, so your plan holds up when life doesn't go as expected.

Know the tax cost first

Before you sell an investment, take a withdrawal or change your contributions, we show you how it’s likely to affect your tax return.

Roth or traditional?

Paying tax now or later can make a big difference over time. We help you decide which accounts to fund based on where your income is headed.

Tax-aware portfolio moves

From where each investment is held to when gains are realized, we manage your portfolio to help reduce what you owe each year.

Stress-testing your plan

What happens if your income stops or a major expense hits? We look for gaps in your protection and help you close them.

Honest talk about annuities

Annuities aren’t our starting point. If one genuinely fits your goals, we explain how it works, what it costs and what you give up.

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Workplace Retirement Plans for Burlington Businesses

Boone County employers compete hard for good people. A strong retirement plan helps you attract and keep talent, gives your team a real way to build their future and creates tax-advantaged savings for you as the owner.

A 401(k) built for your team

From a handful of employees to a growing workforce, we design a 401(k) with the features, costs and matching approach that fit your business.

403(b) plans for nonprofits

Schools, healthcare organizations and nonprofits get a retirement plan made for them, plus clear guidance for every participant.

SEP & SIMPLE IRAs

Self-employed in Burlington or running a small team? These low-cost plans let you save meaningfully with minimal administration.

Employee education

A plan only works if people use it. We onboard your employees and help them understand their options so participation stays strong.

Compensation for key leaders

Executive compensation strategies that reward your top performers and give them a reason to grow with your company.

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Medicare & Insurance for Burlington Families

Insurance should protect your plan, not complicate it. We help Burlington families understand their coverage choices in everyday language, match each policy to a real need and check back as life brings new chapters.

Choosing a Medicare plan

We compare Original Medicare, Advantage plans, supplements and drug coverage based on your doctors, prescriptions and budget.

Life insurance, simplified

For most families, term life offers more coverage for less money. We help you choose the right amount and length of coverage.

Protecting your income

Disability insurance keeps money coming in if you can’t work. We compare what your employer offers against what you’d actually need.

Planning for care later in life

Long-term care costs can strain any plan. We help you decide whether coverage makes sense and how to shape it.

Checking in as life changes

New baby, new job, empty nest: each milestone is a good time to review your policies, and we’ll help you do it.

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Looking for a trusted financial advisor in Burlington, KY? Hear from our clients.

"Darin has always provided us with solid advice. We appreciate the way he thinks outside the box when it comes to identifying the right investments for our portfolio to help us reach our future goals. We think you'll be glad you decided to work with him."

Dan & Robin B.

"Darin started me off with my first investment, a Roth IRA, and helped me build a real investment strategy from there. He met me where I was as a young investor and gave me the foundation and confidence to keep growing."

Alex K.

"My experience with Schmidt Wealth Management has been nothing short of stellar! I'm thrilled with the level of care and communication I regularly receive from Darin and the team. I refer friends, family, and clients to Schmidt Wealth Management with full confidence that they'll be well taken care of."

Christine L.

"From our very first meeting, Darin took the time to understand our unique financial situation and long-term goals. He helped us set up 529 plans for both of our children and managed everything along the way. All we had to do was follow his guidance. He's not just an advisor; he's a trusted partner."

Dr. R. Ramesh & Ramesh M.

"Darin has been our financial advisor for over 10 years, and we've always felt confident in his guidance. He takes the time to understand our situation and handles everything with care. We trust him completely."

Gary & Mindy L.
Testimonials are from actual Schmidt Wealth Management clients, provided voluntarily without compensation, and may not reflect all client experiences. Investing involves risk, including possible loss of principal. Past performance is no guarantee of future results.

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