The Gap Between What You Want and What You’re Building

The Gap Between What You Want and What You’re Building

The Gap Between What You Want and What You’re BuildingGuy Bester
Published on: 01/05/2026

This blog explains how that gap forms over time. Inconsistent saving, delays, and short-term priorities shape long-term results not from one mistake, but from small choices that never fully align with the bigger goal.

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Final Expense Insurance: What It Is, What It Isn’t, and When It Actually Makes Sense

Final Expense Insurance: What It Is, What It Isn’t, and When It Actually Makes Sense

Final Expense Insurance: What It Is, What It Isn’t, and When It Actually Makes SenseGuy Bester
Published on: 01/04/2026

If something happened tomorrow, would everything already be handled, or would someone you care about have to figure it out? A closer look at final expense and what it really means.

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When Do Fixed Indexed Annuities and SPIAs Make Sense?

When Do Fixed Indexed Annuities and SPIAs Make Sense?

When Do Fixed Indexed Annuities and SPIAs Make Sense?Guy Bester
Published on: 13/03/2026

Most people focus on building wealth. Few think about when assets must start producing income. Understanding that the turning point is key to retirement income planning.

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 Legacy, Ethics, and the Financial Divide: A Planner and Agent Conversation

Legacy, Ethics, and the Financial Divide: A Planner and Agent Conversation

Guy Bester & Garrett Jones, CFP®, EA, MPAS®
Published on: 07/08/2025

In this industry, it’s easy to chase shiny products, big commissions, and clever marketing. But at the end of the day,

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