Retirement.
The best plan,
is yours.
The McLean difference
McLean is where theory meets practice.
We understand that no single approach is right for everyone. Leveraging insights from the latest research, McLean is at the forefront of new developments in retirement income planning.
Knowledgable
and supportive
With forty years of history, McLean has clients well into their third decade of working with us to navigate the complexities of their retirement income plan. We don’t take that lightly and strive for excellence in all that we do.
We help you stop,
so you can start.
With retirement, sometimes all you need is a little help stopping.
How we can help
Standalone Planning
The standalone planning engagements will cover your baseline retirement income planning needs without a requirement for ongoing investment management services.
Comprehensive Wealth Management
A suite of services that encompasses advanced planning and investment management. Includes professional coordination, ongoing advice, and implementation support.
Firm Leadership
Managing the Gap Between Gross Income and Spendable Income in Retirement
A retirement income plan has to do a lot of things well. It needs to generate reliable cash flow, hold up through market downturns, adapt as health and spending needs change, and last as long as you do. But one of the biggest risks to a retirement plan is the gap between the income you…
The Number on Your Tax Return Is Not the One That Matters
Every April, retirees review their tax returns and arrive at a number that feels like a summary of their tax situation: their average rate. It is a tidy figure. It tells you what percentage of your total income went to federal taxes for the year. The problem is that this number looks backward. It describes…
Tax Efficiency in Retirement Is Built, Not Found
Taxes are one of the highest costs in retirement, and unlike market returns or inflation, they respond directly to how decisions are made. That responsiveness is the opportunity. But taking advantage of it requires more than isolated tax moves made one year at a time. It requires structure. The most common approach to retirement tax…
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Comprehensive wealth management indicates a suite of services covering a broad array of investment management, financial planning, and professional coordination elements but may not literally cover all aspects of a client’s financial affairs. Blog posts linked on this page are intended for convenience, educational, and informational purposes only. All expressions of opinion reflect the judgment of the authors as of the date of publication and are subject to change. The adviser does not endeavor to update or remove blog posts and articles after initial publication. No linked content should be construed as individualized advice or recommendations, and the discussions contained are not a substitute for investment advice from a professional adviser. This commentary should not be regarded as a complete analysis of the subjects discussed. Not all services will be appropriate or necessary for all clients, and the potential value and benefit of the adviser’s services will vary based upon a number of factors, including the client’s investment, financial, and tax circumstances. Neither personalized nor specialized services should be construed as a guarantee of a particular outcome. Past performance does not guarantee future results. All investing comes with risk, including the risk of loss.