Retirement planning that is steady, clear, and built to last.
I founded Mark Sharp Retirement to offer a more deliberate alternative to firms that lead with products, performance, or one-time recommendations.
Retirement decisions are rarely isolated. How much you spend affects how you invest. Investment structure affects taxes. Taxes affect flexibility. When these areas are treated separately, complexity grows, and unintended consequences follow.
My work focuses on coordinating retirement income, investment structure, and tax strategy into a single, integrated plan—one designed to adapt as markets shift, tax rules change, and life unfolds.
Rather than chasing certainty or constant optimization, the goal is clarity—understanding what supports a good life and making decisions that honor it over time.
What Makes This Firm Different
- Start with income needs, then connect to tax and investment strategy.
- One coordinated plan — not fragmented advice.
- A long-term planning relationship with a steady rhythm.
Continuity You Can Count On
As a solo firm, long-term continuity matters. Your plan is built to stay steady—backed by documented systems, a trusted custodian, and clear protocols to keep your income and investments on track, no matter what’s happening behind the scenes. You get the personal attention of a boutique advisory, supported by structure and safeguards designed for the long haul.
- Custodian-managed operations continue uninterrupted
- Planning documents are securely stored and regularly updated
- Emergency continuity support is in place if ever needed
You get the personal attention of a solo advisor, supported by a well-structured system that keeps your plan moving without interruption.
About Mark

I founded Mark Sharp Retirement to offer a more personal, planning-first alternative to product-driven firms.
I work with individuals and couples early in retirement, helping clarify what their income can and should look like, then aligning investments and taxes to support it.
The plan you build is designed to adapt thoughtfully as markets shift, tax rules change, and life evolves.
Professional Qualifications
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What We Do — how retirement income, investments, and tax planning come together.
Who We Serve — the types of households this work is designed to support.