Skip to main content
menu
  • Home
  • ABOUT
    • Our Philosophy
    • Our Process
    • Who We Serve
    • Form CRS-Customer Relationship Summary
    • ADV Part 2 Retirement Planning Specialists Inc.
  • Team
    • Meet Our Team
    • Meet Our Families
  • Our Services
    • Retirement Planning
    • Financial Planning
    • Estate Planning
    • Investment Planning
    • Insurance Planning
  • Resources
    • Blog
    • Financial Calculators
    • Useful Links
  • Client Login
  • Contact
  • Retired Couple At A Beach

Blog

Chad Smith | Oct 19, 2025

Rethinking Retirement: Why True Wealth Is More Than Money

Retirement
Lifestyle
Health
Family

You’ve mapped out your dream retirement. Maybe it’s a cozy beach town, golf twice a week, time with family, or finally starting that side project.

But here’s the

Read More
Chad Smith | Oct 12, 2025

It's Never Too Late to Save for Retirement

Retirement
If you’re in your 50s and haven’t done much to save for retirement, you still have time.
Read More
Chad Smith | Oct 5, 2025

What does "Wealth" Mean to You?

Finance
Lifestyle
A clear understanding of what wealth looks like to you may help you build a financial strategy.
Read More
Chad Smith | Sep 28, 2025

Financial FAQs

Finance
Retirement
From retirement savings to living abroad, here are some of our commonly asked questions.
Read More
Chad Smith | Sep 21, 2025

Investment Strategy: Where You Are Now vs. Where You're Headed

Investments
A gap analysis can help you see if you’re still on track to pursue your financial goals.
Read More
Chad Smith | Sep 14, 2025

Overlooked Retirement Expenses (And How to Plan for Them)

Retirement
Finance
Health
Tax Planning
Family
Real Estate

A comfortable retirement doesn’t come with a fixed price tag.

Expenses can change over time, and some of the most important ones are easy to overlook.

That’s one

Read More
Chad Smith | Sep 7, 2025

Organization Tips to Help Take Time off Taxes

Tax Planning
Feel overwhelmed by tax documents? Staying organized may help reduce your tax season stress.
Read More
Chad Smith | Aug 31, 2025

How to Boost Your Financial Literacy: 5 Simple Tips for Success

Finance
Education

Many of us have experienced the cost of financial literacy gaps at one point or another. And if you’re like most folks, the gaps in your financial literacy

Read More
Chad Smith | Aug 24, 2025

Seven Key Tips for Planning Elder Care

Family
Lifestyle
Retirement
Health
Disability
Noticing signs of decline in our loved ones is always hard, and making care decisions for them often feels even harder. While it's impossible to make the
Read More
default blog image
Chad Smith | Aug 17, 2025

Why Your Brain Sabotages Your Investment Plan (No Matter What the Market Does)

Investments
Finance
Savings
Risk Management

The Dow crosses 45,000. Your brain whispers: "This has to be the top."

The market drops 15%. Your brain screams: "Get out before it gets worse!"

Different

Read More
Chad Smith | Aug 10, 2025

Unlock Your Earning Potential: 3 Essential Steps for Negotiating a Higher Salary in Your Next Job Offer

Lifestyle
Savings
Finance
Are you currently negotiating a new job offer or searching for a new role? This article aims to guide you on your journey. The question is: how do you ensure
Read More
Chad Smith | Aug 3, 2025

5 Amazing Places to Retire Outside of the U.S.

Lifestyle
Finance
Retirement
Real Estate
Tax Planning
Would you enjoy your retirement more in the U.S. or abroad?
Read More

Pagination

  • Current page 1
  • Page 2
  • Page 3
  • Page 4
  • Page 5
  • Next page Next ›
  • Last page Last »

Office

241 MAPLE ST, Suite 101
ASHLAND OR 97520

Contact Info

541-482-0138
heather@rpsemail.com

 

Get in Touch

The content is developed from sources believed to be providing accurate information. The information in this material is not intended as tax or legal advice. Please consult legal or tax professionals for specific information regarding your individual situation. Some of this material was developed and produced by Advisor Launchpad to provide information on a topic that may be of interest. Advisor Launchpad is not affiliated with the named representative, broker-dealer, state- or SEC-registered investment advisory firm. The opinions expressed and material provided are for general information, and should not be considered a solicitation for the purchase or sale of any security.

We take protecting your data and privacy very seriously. As of January 1, 2020 the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) suggests the following link as an extra measure to safeguard your data: Do not sell my personal information.

Advisory services offered through Retirement Planning Specialists, an SEC Registered Investment Advisor, Chad Smith, CFP® and Christopher Patterson, Investment Advisor Representatives. Oregon Insurance license #6263571 and #9057140. Retirement Planning Specialists and Charles Schwab & Co., Inc., are not affiliated.

© 2025 Retirement Planning Specialists, Inc. All rights reserved.