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Helping You Reach

Financial Clarity

We help you stop worrying about
finances and retire confidently.

At the heart of our mission is the delivery of returns to our clients who have entrusted us with their assets. This is made possible by our dedicated team of diverse, talented, and creative individuals, who take ownership of their roles in shaping Szarka Financial into a rigorous, disciplined, and innovative company.

Serving You Since 1985

Serving You Since 1985

Szarka Financial has been providing friendly, professional service to clients preparing for, nearing and in retirement. We offer a full range of financial planning services for individuals, employees, and business owners across Northeast Ohio. We help create income strategies for retirees that are concerned about outliving their money.

Take Control of Your Financial Future

We help create income strategies for retirees that are concerned about outliving their money. Our team of Szarka Financial advisors provide financial planning and investments in Northeast Ohio. Whether it’s one month or 20 years, it’s never too late or too early to start planning for your retirement career!

Families 

Families 

Helping families balance today's needs with tomorrow's goals through practical personalized financial planning.

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Pre-Retirees & Retirees

Pre-Retirees & Retirees

We create retirement strategies that turn your savings into sustainable, tax-efficient income for life.

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Widows & Divorce

Widows & Divorce

Guiding you through life's transitions with clarity, compassion and a plan for your financial future.

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Next Generation

Next Generation

Empowering young professionals and adult children of clients to build wealth and smart money habits for life. 

Build Your Future

Experience True
Financial Freedom

Pursue your goals with confidence, and embrace generosity.

Our Services
  • We specialize in crafting retirement income strategies for those worried about outliving their savings. During the Accumulation Phase, you save for the future while working, determining your retirement timeline and lifestyle. In the Distribution Phase, you use your investments to support a 25 to 30-year retirement.

  • Your Szarka Financial advisor customizes your investment allocation to meet your unique needs and goals. We create an investment strategy aligned with your financial plan and risk tolerance, holding regular meetings to monitor progress and make adjustments. As a fiduciary, Szarka Financial prioritizes your best interests and long-term financial goals.

  • With traditional pensions declining, employees now handle more of their retirement assets, such as 401k or 403b plans. Many rely on employer-sponsored plans but struggle with contributions and investments. Szarka Financial advisors tailor plans to your retirement goals, timeline, and risk tolerance, considering company benefits and other income sources. When you leave a job, we guide distribution options and can help roll over employer plans into a customized IRA aligned with your goals.

  • Estate and legacy planning is a critical component of a comprehensive financial plan.

    From helping to ensure that Beneficiary forms are executed properly and reflect a client’s wishes to developing a plan that minimizes tax exposure, Szarka Financial Planners help to ensure that your assets are distributed to the right people at the right time, with minimal tax liability and expense.

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Money Talks - Market & Economy Update (1/20/2026)  Les & Alex Szarka

Money Talks - Market & Economy Update (1/20/2026)  Les & Alex Szarka

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A Team Dedicated <br/>To Your Success

A Team Dedicated
To Your Success

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If you believe you could benefit from working with a financial professional, let’s review your portfolio, financial trajectory, and goals to see if you’re a good match for our practice.

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