Joseph Shankwitz CRPC, APMA, Financial Advisor, Franchise Owner

Great companies don't happen by accident.

Ameriprise Financial was named one of Newsweek's America's Greatest Companies of 2026.

This recognition reflects the people, culture and client-focused approach that help make Ameriprise stand out.

Learn more about what sets Ameriprise apart: https://bit.ly/3df9a5L

When it comes to retirement planning, time can be one of your most powerful assets. Solutions that help your money grow more efficiently over time may provide an added advantage as you work toward future goals. The right solutions can help you stay on track, so message me to start the conversation.

Markets change, but your long-term goals don’t have to. Solutions that balance growth opportunity with a level of protection can help you stay focused through the markets ups and downs. A plan built to adapt can make all the difference, so send me a message to discuss strategies for staying prepared.

As retirement gets closer, many people look for ways to stay invested while also protecting what they’ve built. Solutions that can help buffer the impacts of market downturns may provide greater confidence as you plan for the road ahead. Let’s connect to explore options for managing risk in retirement.

Market growth can play an important role in reaching your long-term retirement goals, but managing risk along the way matters just as much. Solutions that combine growth potential with a level of protection can help you stay focused through changing market conditions. Message me if you’d like to discuss strategies that can help you stay invested with confidence.

Is “Buy Now, Pay Later” (BNPL) hiding consumer debt? Credit card debt is at an all-time high (but historically low as a percentage of consumer income), but an evaluation of consumer exposure to the BNPL space suggests that it offers a very modest level of additional burden. Read more in this report from the Ameriprise Investment Research Group.

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Stock rallies often occur in brief bursts and missing just a few key days can lead to significant losses. Are you staying invested? Let’s talk about how you may get the most return on your investments.

Join us for Hunger Action Month! Ameriprise Financial is matching donations to Feeding America up to $250,000. When matched, every $1 donated can help provide 20 meals to individuals and families experiencing hunger.* When we all work together, we can end hunger. To learn more, visit https://bit.ly/42zu63a.

*Feeding America secures at least 10 meals per $1 donated on behalf of local partner food banks.

When financial decisions aren’t shared, the role of guidance can become even more meaningful.

Ameriprise Financial research shows that among financially solo adults who work with an advisor, guidance supports both confidence and clarity — helping people feel more secure about the future, navigate major decisions, and bring structure to long‑term planning.