Brett is an experienced advisor that provides me with the tools and guidance so that my retirement goals will be achieved. He provides me with suggestions that will improve the return on my investments as well as advice on moves I should take to avoid probate and make sure my estate plan is complete. Brett is a great resource and is very responsive. I highly recommend Brett!

My sister and mother have worked with Brett for many years and strongly recommended him. That said...we couldn't be more pleased with the financial guidance we’ve received from Brett. From day one, he took the time to understand our unique financial goals and provided a clear, strategic plan tailored specifically to us. His expertise and insightful advice have not only helped us navigate complex financial decisions but have also given us peace of mind knowing that our future is in capable hands. What sets Brett apart is his commitment to client service. He always makes himself available to answer our questions, no matter how big or small, and his patience and professionalism are truly remarkable. Thanks to his guidance, we feel confident and secure about our financial future. If you’re looking for a financial advisor who genuinely cares about your success and well-being, look no further than Brett. We wholeheartedly recommend him!

We have had the pleasure of working alongside Brett Tushingham for 13 years. From the very beginning, Brett helped us establish retirement goals that would enable us to comfortably retire at the age of 60. Throughout our partnership, Brett has been instrumental in connecting us with the right insurance professionals, assisting with estate planning, and guiding our retirement investments. It brings me great joy to share that, thanks to Brett's expertise and support, we were able to achieve our retirement goals. Brett has truly been an invaluable partner, trusted advisor, and friend throughout this remarkable journey. He consistently keeps our goals and interests at the forefront, going above and beyond to ensure our financial well-being. In comparison to other individuals we have spoken with who have certified financial advisors (CFA), we have observed that they do not receive the same level of personalized service and individual attention that Brett provides. He genuinely acts as our personal CFO, offering unparalleled dedication and commitment. Choosing to work with Brett and Tushingham Wealth Strategies is an excellent decision that you will never regret.

We switched from a financial advisor to Tushingham Wealth about 12 years ago. Brett's holistic approach to wealth management led to some changes back then that netted us hundreds of thousands of dollars and positively changed the long term course of our retirement portfolio. There is no way we would be in our current financial state without his ongoing, active management of our assets. He is extremely honest and is knowledgeable about most things financial, but knows when to call in a team member to complete the picture when needed. He is always available to chat/meet/advise, and communication is awesome. I trust Brett to educate and guide us in financial matters, so I can focus most of my energy on other aspects of life. His guidance has enhanced our lifestyle, and is making our transition into retirement anxiety-free!

My wife and I have been with Brett for two years now and have been very happy with his services. He started out by taking the time to get to know our family and the things that are important to us in both the short term and the long term. His approach to total financial planning is hugely helpful and goes beyond my preconceived notion of what financial planners do. Everything from connecting us to the right insurance people, to estate planning, and our retirement investments (having a busy family with two small kids, I suspect I would've put off some of these items). I have been able to bounce investment and business ideas off him and get thoughtful feedback.

We have been with Brett for over 20 years and he has been with us planning each step for our best path in retirement. Now that we are here, ready for retirement, we feel comfortable and confident in what Brett has helped us accomplish. Time goes so fast and these days are here before you know it. He has been more than just a financial planner he has been a friend and partner as well. These are traits you want most in planning your future. So glad we have had Brett beside us all the way! Thank you Brett!

My wife and I hired Brett two years ago as our financial advisor and we have been extremely satisfied with him. We are empty nesters in our early sixties with two late twenties children. My wife worked in private preschools and was under-paid. So, I am the primary breadwinner with a modest salary that covers our living expenses but not much more. We have a 401K nest egg that is modest for our age, but certainly not large. What I'm trying to express is that we are from modest means, but we don't feel judged or treated as an afterthought. Brett makes us feel like millionaires and gives us his full attention. He is always a phone call, text, or email away and is very good at responding, which is reassuring as we live two hours away from where he is located. Brett is knowledgeable and is well connected with tax-preparers, estate-planners, and other professionals who have helped us with our total estate, not just with our retirement nest egg that is under Brett's careful watch. More than anything, we feel comfortable with Brett. He's a good person with an easy-going manner that helps diffuse topics that can be complicated and difficult to process. Over the past five years, I've felt increasing anxiety that I needed help landing the family financial plane gracefully onto the retirement runway. This unease was heightened by a special needs child who is in recovery from substance abuse. So, it was time to find a person like Brett. We feel fortunate and grateful to have found not only a competent financial planner, but a caring and empathic human being.

We have been clients for over 5 years. Brett was recommended by our accountant. Brett is easy to work with and open to ideas. He is knowledgeable, creative and proactive. He is responsive to questions. We have been really pleased as Brett has guided us through the long-term management of our savings and planning for retirement. Where "usual" turns into "exceptional" is when he proactively contacts us to make sure we are current. For example, he has reached out to make sure we have completed issues related to work, or taxes, or insurance. We have had multiple comprehensive meetings where his preparation was obvious. Our experience has been excellent, which is why we highly recommend Brett.

Brett has been our financial advisor for over 10 years. His experience and knowledge across financial planning and investing is second to none! Over the years, his focus on retirement, education, wealth accumulation and general life planning has been extraordinarily helpful! Brett is proactive in his approach - always one step ahead of the opportunity (and the IRS!) I always appreciate his texts/calls to ensure awareness and alignment around potential opportunities, benefits and risks. I would highly recommend Brett and all of his services!

I have known Brett for over ten years. He continually asks the question, which is most important: how can I/we achieve your goals so you can enjoy the life you desire. He works with you to determine your life strategy . . . and focuses on how to make that happen. He's a fabulous resource and I highly recommend his wholistic services!

We've been with Brett as a CFP advisor since the beginning of Tushingham Wealth Strategies and even a few years prior to that. He's been rock steady all that time and is somebody on whom we can always depend. In current times, when it seems that "anything goes" in business and politics, we know that we can always count on the straight story from Brett and that he takes as much care in advising all his clients as he would his own family. Unlike many advisors in large firms who are operating primarily to place investments where they will earn the largest commissions, Brett's independent services are fee-based, and he looks for the investment or service that is best for his clients. One of the great advantages of working with him is that he offers "cradle-to-grave" service; he will help you plan for your child's college education while that child is still an infant, simultaneously helping you plan for retirement and what will eventually happen to your estate. We know that we don't have to watch the markets everyday or be concerned about how the latest tax law changes affect us because he does that for us proactively. Our daughters have grown up knowing Brett, who also advises them. Unlike many of their generation, they already have, and know the value of, 401k plans, Roth IRAs, and Health Savings Accounts. We wholeheartedly endorse Brett and recommend his services unreservedly.

My wife and I have been working with Brett since 2010. He was recommended to us by our long time accounting firm when we made the decision to find a new CFP in NC after relocating from Chicago. Brett has not only provided us with his comprehensive services and expertise, just as importantly he has worked to get to know us on a personal level which I believe is critical to the success and understanding of all aspects of our financial wellbeing. Working with Brett, he has insured "all our papers are in order" - by that I mean he has provided us with not only guidance but coordinated all aspects of us actually putting in place estate planning (including the establishment of legal trusts for both myself and my wife), insurance (home, auto, LTC, life), Medicare, tax planning, PPP loan for my business, 529 plans for my grandkids - really everything - and I have come to trust reply upon him and his expertise in all matters concerning our financial health. I have worked with other CFP's over the course of 42 years and can tell you that Brett, by virtue of the type of person he is and his knowledge, experience and expertise and they way he treats us as clients and friends, has exceeded all others.

I have known Brett for over 10 years and highly recommend him for your retirement planning. He is extremely thorough taking time to understand what is important to you and your family today and in the future. He makes himself accessible for any questions as life presents itself and wants to be involved in items such as your annual benefit enrollment along with your employer available plans. Brett understands your spending number by reviewing your total expenditures, your cash flow and how it influences your savings rate, portfolio allocation, insurance needs, tax planning and overall money management strategy. Brett wants to know you, your family and be there as life changes so he can help navigate you through these life events. I trust him explicitly and know he always has our best interest forefront, thereby ensuring we are set up for a great retirement.

Brett was recommended by a senior colleague of mine, shortly after I was hired to my first faculty position after training. It took me a few years to actually get in touch, and I wish I had done it sooner. Brett is so knowledgeable about my employer's retirement options and quickly identified missed opportunities for savings and assessed my insurance coverage, helped me optimize student loan payments and other liabilities. He has kept me informed and actively educated me as we develop a long term financial plan, with such personalization and care to how I want my money to be available over time. I really can't imagine working with anyone else - and I did have initial consultations with other firms and independent planners - but Brett is someone I trust explicitly and his accessibility is bar none.

Brett has been our expert in all things financial for many years. After dissatisfaction with a previous firm and a subsequent extensive search, it was apparent that Brett could provide the attention to detail that we were looking for. He truly makes us feel like we are his most important client(s). He is very proactive and his follow-up is beyond even our demanding expectations. His interactions with investments and planning were the reasons we chose his services but his participation and advice in selling/buying property, tax planning, medical insurance, rental properties, etc. were more than we could have imagined that we needed and verifies his claim as a "personal CFO". Our accountant is extremely satisfied with Brett's multiple interfaces to make sure we are properly prepared prepared for reporting the current year and properly prepared for what we need to do in the upcoming year to maximize our savings and investments. Brett has even visited with our adult children to answer questions they may have as they face early-life investment situations. He goes the extra length to understand what our family needs might be beyond the typical investment and retirement planning books. We highly recommend his personal commitment and attention to anyone searching for financial planning advice.

My husband passed away in 2020, he took care of everything financial including real estate investments, Stock market, 529 accounts,etc. Without him I knew I needed help. Brett Tushingham gave that help - he actually took me under his wings and explained, taught and stood by my side until so very many issues were resolved, changed and finally understood my be to move forward. I am thrilled with my portfolio..he still explains, stays in touch and looks for the best strategies for myself and my family. Above all, Brett is so very trustworthy, so honest. He gives 100 % to his clients in time, advice and caring. He is a fantastic Financial Advisor.