Fiduciary Retirement Planning for Northeast Ohio Families
Fee-only advice focused on retirement income, tax efficiency, and long-term financial clarity.
Financial Planning Services forNortheast Ohio Retirees
Our services can be tailored to meet your needs and goals. We are a comprehensive planning solution and endeavor to provide value that justifies our fees. By handling retirement income strategy, tax planning, and investment management, we help our clients focus on enjoying retirement.

Strategic Wealth Management
Your investments, taxes, estate plan, and income strategy managed together under one plan, with a single point of contact.

Retirement Income Planning
Turning decades of savings into reliable income: which accounts to draw from, in what order, and how the sequence affects your taxes.

Estate Planning Coordination
We work alongside your attorney so your financial plan and your estate documents point in the same direction. We don't draft documents.

Investment Management
A portfolio built around your goals, time horizon, and tolerance for risk, monitored and rebalanced on an ongoing basis.

Tax Planning
Multi-year planning around withdrawals, Roth conversions, and charitable giving, with an Enrolled Agent on staff.

Insurance Analysis
An objective review of your existing coverage. We sell no insurance and earn no commissions, so the analysis is the product.
A Fee-Only Fiduciary Firm Serving Northeast Ohio
Western Reserve Capital Management is a fee-only fiduciary financial advisors here to help Ohio families approaching and in retirement navigate complex decisions. Our retirement planning, tax planning, and income distribution strategies were designed specifically for individuals within 5-10 years of retirement, enabling you to focus on what really matters, enjoying your retirement years and pursuing your goals.
Looking for a Retirement Planning Advisor?
We would be honored to speak with you regarding your retirement planning, tax strategy, and income distribution needs.
How We ApproachRetirement Planning
Retirement Income and Tax Planning Focus
We bring specialized expertise in retirement income planning, tax strategy, and wealth preservation. We have the knowledge and capabilities to help address the complex decisions that retirement brings.
Personalized Guidance
We are here to help answer your questions and work with you to develop a retirement plan designed to help you focus on enjoying this next chapter of life.
Fiduciary Standard of Care
As fee-only advisors, we don’t earn commissions on products, which means our recommendations are based solely on what we believe may be in your best interest.
Free Retirement Seminars Across Northeast Ohio

Retirement Planning Seminars
A broad overview of the decisions that shape a retirement plan, from choosing a retirement date to turning savings into reliable income.

Social Security Seminars
Claiming age, spousal and survivor benefits, the earnings test, and how the decision fits your wider plan.

Taxes in Retirement Seminars
How federal and Ohio rules treat 401(k) and IRA withdrawals, pension income, and Social Security benefits.
Common Questions About Working With a Fee-Only Advisor
Financial planning involves many decisions, and it’s natural to have questions. As fee-only fiduciary advisors, we’re here to provide clarity and help you understand your options.
We’ve organized answers to common questions about our services, investment management, retirement planning, tax strategies, and more. While this information is educational in nature, we welcome the opportunity to discuss how these concepts apply to your unique situation.
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Fee-only means we’re compensated directly by our clients, never through commissions, product sales, or third-party payments.
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A fiduciary is legally required to act in your best interest at all times. Some financial professionals operate under a suitability standard, which requires recommending products that are suitable but not necessarily optimal. As fiduciaries, we are held to a higher standard of care and must act in your best interest.
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We primarily serve individuals and families in Northeast Ohio who are either:
- Pre-retirees (within 5 years of retirement) preparing for transition
- Current retirees managing their income and legacy
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Experiences Shared
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Ed GTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
We have utilized Western Reserve for six years and are completely satisfied with their services, advice, results, and especially their trustworthiness. Jim and Gage take into account our personal financial needs and explain their advice in as much detail as we need or request. Bi-annual meetings go over details of the status of our accounts, but they are also available any time there are changes or questions. They also recommended a terrific accountant for our tax planning and work directly with him in their planning. I highly recommend their services.Posted on Google
GiannaTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
I’ve had a great experience working with Jim and Gage on my financial planning. They’re always willing to take the time to answer my questions and make sure that I fully understand where I stand, especially when it comes to long-term goals like retirement. Right now I’m focused on saving for a home, and they’ve been great at helping me prioritize this short term goal while also still keeping my long-term planning on track. Since working with them, I feel much more confident and secure about my financial future. I highly recommend Jim and Gage to anyone looking for thoughtful and personalized financial guidance.Posted on Google
Kathie BTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
We've been clients for a number of years and find the support and expertise just what we need! Very available!Posted on Google
Cathy YTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
We have known Jim for about 14 years and Gage ever since he joined the business. They are both professional, smart, responsible, responsive, good listeners and also have empathy and understanding. They have done well for us for financial planning, retirement savings, investment advising, tax planning and more. We highly recommend their services.Posted on Google
Steve TTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
This has been a FANTASTIC transition from our old company. It all started with an open house financial seminar that took us to a personal initial meeting. From then on it has been amazing. The entire team takes there time to discuss end explain things that will always benefit your progress. If you are interested in some financial planning give them a call you will thank yourself after.Posted on Google
Cheryl TTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
My husband and I have been with Western Reserve Capital Management for almost a year. We are very happy that we made this switch to work with Gage and Jim. They have done a wonderful job with our investments and take the time to explain all of our choices. We feel much better prepared for our future and especially appreciate the attention to the tax consequences, something we didn’t have before working with them. I would recommend anyone looking for financial advisors to meet with them.Posted on Google
Peggy STrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
One always worries about their finances and who to trust, but with Jim Sexton and Gage Paul on my team, I have no doubt that everything is in order. From the very beginning, they got to know me, my investment and retirement needs, my quirks - and have provided sound advice over the years. They are up-to-date with the latest technology - but provide the personal touch to make things even better. I know they are immediately available by email, text or phone. And the phone is always answered promptly by Megan - another competent & efficient team member. Nothing but a positive experience! I see them carrying me forward for years to come.Posted on Google
Shubhs ITrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Gage Paul provided outstanding advice on my retirement planning and made the entire process clear and easy to understand. He took the time to learn about my goals and explained all of my options in a simple, straightforward way. I highly recommend Gage to anyone looking for knowledgeable and trustworthy guidance for their financial future.Posted on Google
ROBERT BTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
I have been retired and a client for five years. After working and saving for many years I began searching for a financial planner to help guide my wife and I through the next chapter of our lives. I was looking for a smaller more personalized firm instead of one of the very large brokerages where I felt like I would be lost in the shuffle. After some online research, phone calls and later a few face to face meetings we decided on Western Reserve Capital Management. Am extremely pleased with the decision after being a client for a while now. I am on a first name basis with the whole team that is both professional and courteous. Every phone call I made was answered promptly by a real person. Our portfolio is well and we couldn't be happier with them. If you are looking for a professional I would highly recommend contacting them to see if they are a good fit for you.Posted on Google
Ryan HTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Western Reserve Capital Management is a first class firm with excellent financial planners that I highly recommend to anyone that is considering a financial planner. My wife and I have put our trust in this firm for over 10 years now and we have been extremely satisfied with our portfolio and returns. One thing that we enjoy the most besides having our money managed professionally, is the relationship with the leadership of this firm. They make things very enjoyable and comfortable for the two of us. We truly believe they care about our well being which goes a long way in our book.
All testimonials have been provided by current or former clients. No client was compensated for providing these testimonials. Western Reserve Capital Management, LLC gained each client’s permission to publish their testimonial. Outcomes are personal and specific to each client, and one client’s results do not guarantee identical outcomes in the future for another client.