A Local Solution To Your Financial Needs

Plan your future for financial success.

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2021 Medicare Seminar:

October 6 or 7

Navigating Medicare and 2021 Annual Enrollment

Relax and learn in an environment where valuable information is shared.

There is nothing better than learning from a professional while you are under no obligation and surrounded by your peers.

Register Today!

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To RSVP by phone call 8007698757

Medicare Annual Enrollment Period

October 15 - December 7, 2026

Have you received your notice of change? Want to know if you're with the right carrier? Contact us today to schedule a review of all the changes in your plan and options available to you in Western Pennsylvania for 2027.

Search Here For Medicare Advantage and Drug PlansSign up for a FREE one-on-one medicare consultation with a licensed medicare professional

Helping Western Pennsylvania Residents Navigate Medicare, Retirement Income, Life Insurance, and Long‑Term Care Planning

Gold Standard Financial Group provides clear, local guidance to help you make confident decisions about healthcare coverage, retirement income, and protecting your financial future.

Offering the best products from industry leaders from more than 200 insurance companies, including:

UPMC
Highmark Health
aetna
United Healthcare
Humana
One America
HealthSpring
Allianz
Mutual of Omaha
Nassau
Guaranteed Trust Life

Core Areas of Retirement Planning

Planning for retirement often involves several important financial decisions.
Gold Standard Financial Group
helps individuals and families coordinate these decisions so their retirement strategy works together as a complete plan. Our advisors provide guidance in several key areas of retirement planning.

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Medicare Planning

Understanding when to enroll in Medicare and how to compare available coverage options can feel overwhelming. We help individuals review their options, understand potential costs, and avoid common enrollment mistakes.

  • Medicare Supplement
  • Medicare Advantage
  • Hospital Indemnity
  • Part D Prescription Drug
  • Cancer Protection
  • Dental/Vision/Hearing
Learn More About Medicare Planning
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Retirement Income

Turning retirement savings into reliable income requires careful planning. We help clients evaluate withdrawal strategies, Social Security timing, and income sources to support their lifestyle throughout retirement.

  • Rollover IRA
  • ROTH IRA
  • Traditional IRA
  • SEP
  • CD Alternatives
  • Guaranteed Lifetime Income
  • Survivor replacement income
  • Pension Maximization
  • Disability Insurance
Learn More About Retirement Income Planning
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Long Term Care

Planning ahead for potential long-term care needs can help protect both retirement savings and family members. We help clients explore strategies that prepare for future care needs.

  • Long Term Care Insurance
  • Recovery Care / Post Hospital
Learn More About Long Term Care
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Life Insurance

Life insurance can play an important role in protecting families and supporting long-term financial goals. We help clients review life insurance options and determine how they may fit within their broader financial plan.

  • Life Insurance
  • Individual Health Insurance
  • Wealth Transfer
  • Mortgage & Income Protection
  • Retirement Supplements
  • Non-Qualified Deferred Compensation
  • Final Expense
Learn More About Life Insurance

Assess your financial Risk Preferences

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Assess your financial Risk Preferences

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Risk Analysis

The Color of Money Risk Analysis assesses your financial picture and provides a roadmap to your overall risk preferences. The output will be a Color of Money score. This short, interactive analysis is one of the first steps on the road to retirement.

Take the Assessment

Why Many Western Pennsylvania Residents Choose Gold Standard Financial Group

Local, In-Person Guidance

We work directly with clients throughout Western Pennsylvania and often meet in your home or another convenient location.

Education-First Approach

Our goal is to help you understand your options before making decisions.

No Investment Minimums

We work with many individuals and families in the middle-income market who are often overlooked by larger financial firms.

Ongoing Support

We continue helping clients review their plans as their needs change over time.

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Individual Retirement Planning Solutions

A Team Focused on Helping You Plan With Confidence

Planning for retirement often involves decisions about healthcare coverage, income, taxes, and long-term financial security. The team at Gold Standard Financial Group works with individuals and families throughout Western Pennsylvania to simplify these decisions and provide clear guidance at every stage of retirement planning.

Our advisors take an education-first approach, helping you understand your options before making important financial decisions. Whether you’re preparing for Medicare, reviewing your retirement income strategy, or planning for potential long-term care needs, our team is here to help.

American Senior Benefits

We value our partnership with American Senior Benefits (ASB) because when an ASB agent meets with you, he or she has access to the insurance products YOU need. Why? ASB partners with over 200 insurance companies. They give our agents access to some of the best insurance products this country has to offer. We are not limited to just a few companies, so the world is YOUR oyster.

Success Financial Solutions

Success Financial Solutions (SFS) is the local branch of American Senior Benefits. By partnering with SFS, we have a local presence in Western PA with offices in Greentree, PA, Meyersdale, PA and Punxsutawney, PA.

Success Wealth Management

Success Wealth Management (SWM) handles the investment portion of your portfolio. We are happy to partner with SWM to have access to their Investment Advisor Representatives who can handle any investment situations that may arise.  

Questions Many People Ask Before Planning For Retirement

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