Who Are We?

Retirement Solutions was founded over 20 years ago and is an independent, multi-generational, family owned and operated wealth firm with locations in Naperville, Illinois and southwest Florida. 

The professionals at Retirement Solutions will work with you to assess your needs, determine your goals, and develop an objective strategy to pursue your goals.

Who Do We Serve?

  • Individuals and families planning for retirement and/or evaluating their current financial position
  • Those facing a life transition, such as the loss of a loved one or a divorce
  • People preparing to start a family or a new career, or to buy or sell a home
  • Business owners managing the sale of their business

What Do We Do?

  • Fully understand your family’s goals and needs
  • Help you create and execute a realistic and attainable financial plan
  • Proactively manage your investments through all market cycles
  • Keep you informed of events that impact your family’s finances on a timely basis

Our Team

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Mike Kwiatkowski , CFP

Founder, Co-Chief Investment Officer (CIO) and Wealth Advisor

Mike brings more than 30 years of investment management experience and insight to business owners, individuals and...

Ryan Kwiatkowski

Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Wealth Advisor

Ryan formally joined Retirement Solutions as a Wealth Advisor in 2015 but has been indirectly involved in the business...

Caroline (Allen) Kwiatkowski, CFA

Co-Chief Investment Officer (CIO) and Wealth Advisor

Caroline joined Retirement Solutions in 2021 after working for 20 years in institutional investment management.  As of...

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Kristina Hopp

Director of Operations

Kristina joined Retirement Solutions in 2015 as an LPL Registered Administrative Associate and was promoted to Director...

Becca Wilson

Assistant Director of Operations
Becca joined Retirement Solutions in October 2024 as Assistant Director of Operations. She is currently studying for her...
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Jupiter

Chief Barketing Officer - In Memoriam

Jupiter acts as a culture carrier for Retirement Solutions, bringing a positive attitude and unparalleled enthusiasm to...

We manage assets for individuals and families, providing investment management, and financial planning services.

Blogs

Why Sticking to a Long-Term Investment Strategy Pays Off in Market Downturns

Ryan Kwiatkowski |
Categories
Investments
Finance
Risk Management
Watching your portfolio take a hit can be unsettling, but staying focused on the long game is crucial. Even in uncertain times, a long-term strategy helps you navigate market ups and downs more effectively. Here, we’ll explore why market corrections are normal, how understanding historical trends can offer reassurance, and why sticking with your strategy benefits your financial future. Understanding Market Corrections: How Common Are They? Market corrections—typically defined as a drop of 10% or...

5 Damaging Myths About Money Talks & the Facts Behind Them

Ryan Kwiatkowski |
Categories
Investments
Finance
Lifestyle
Savings
Family
What money topics are the most taboo to talk about? Earnings, debt, inheritance, or net worth? For most of us, many financial topics are simply off-limits. 1 That means that many of us are not discussing money as much as we probably should be. 1 Without those talks, myths about money and financial conversations can get a much stronger grip on our perspective and our financial decisions. That silence may end up stunting our financial...

How Tax Loss Harvesting Can Potentially Reduce Your Capital Gains Taxes

Ryan Kwiatkowski |
Categories
Investments
Tax Planning
If you’re like many investors, the thought of paying capital gains taxes on your successful investments might feel overwhelming. But what if there was a strategy to potentially reduce some of those taxes? It’s called tax loss harvesting, and while the term might sound complicated, it's actually a fairly simple concept that could save you money. Let’s break it down. What Is Tax Loss Harvesting? Think of your investments like a fruit-bearing tree. Some branches...