A structured, one-on-one consultation designed to help you turn your savings into a predictable
income stream while reducing risk and improving tax efficiency.
Founder, Leon Financial Services
Retirement Income & Distribution Planning Specialist.
With over 25 years of experience in financial services, I specialize in helping individuals and families transition from accumulation to a structured, reliable retirement income strategy.
Website: www.leonfinancialservices.com
Emails: [email protected]
Phone Numbers:
573-381-3134 (Office)
833-688-4311 (Toll Free)
573-453-9173 (Fax)

1. Creating a more reliable monthly income
2. Reducing exposure to market fluctuations
3. Improving tax efficiency
4. Structuring assets for income, growth, and protection.
1. Creating a more predictable monthly income
2. Strategies to reduce exposure to market swings
3. Improving tax efficiency
4. Structuring savings for income, growth, and safety.
1. Over 25 years of financial services experience
2. Focused on retirement income and distribution planning
3. Independent, client-first approach
4. Emphasis on long-term structure, not short-term speculation
1. Individuals who are retired or nearing retirement
2. Households with $150,000+ in retirement savings or investable assets
3. Those seeking a structured, long-term income strategy
4. Individuals who value professional guidance and clarity
1. Short-term trading or speculative investing
2. High-risk investment strategies
3. “Get rich quick” approaches

1. Personalized Retirement Income Plans
Feature: We tailor each retirement income strategy to meet your unique financial needs, ensuring your savings are converted into a reliable income stream.
Benefit: You’ll have peace of mind knowing that your retirement plan is designed specifically for your goals, whether it’s reducing risk, improving tax efficiency, or maximizing income.
2. Reduced Exposure to Market Volatility
Feature: Our strategies incorporate asset diversification, stable income-producing investments, and market protection features to safeguard your assets.
Benefit: You can enjoy a more predictable and stable retirement income, with less concern about market fluctuations impacting your financial security.
3. Improved Tax Efficiency
Feature: We utilize tax-efficient investment strategies and withdrawal methods to minimize your tax burden during retirement.
Benefit: By reducing unnecessary taxes, more of your hard-earned money stays in your hands, allowing you to enjoy a higher standard of living in retirement.
4. Professional Guidance from a Retirement Specialist
Feature: With over 25 years of experience, our founder, Leonardo Gelain, specializes in helping individuals and families transition from accumulation to retirement distribution planning.
Benefit: You’ll receive expert advice and personal attention from a trusted advisor who has your best interests at heart, ensuring you’re well-equipped to make informed decisions.
5. Comprehensive, Long-Term Planning
Feature: We focus on structuring your savings and investments for long-term income and growth, rather than short-term speculation or risky trading.
Benefit: Our approach helps you build a solid foundation for the future, with a plan that evolves as your needs and goals change over time, so you can confidently navigate retirement.
6. Flexible Investment Strategies
Feature: We offer a variety of investment solutions designed to balance growth, safety, and income.
Benefit: Whether you’re seeking more aggressive growth or a more conservative, income-focused approach, we provide options that can be adjusted to your comfort level and financial needs.
7. Regular Reviews and Updates
Feature: We schedule ongoing reviews to assess the performance of your plan and make adjustments as needed based on market changes or life events.
Benefit: You’ll stay on track to meet your retirement goals, with continuous support to adapt to evolving financial circumstances.
A retirement income strategy aims to help you convert your savings and investments into a predictable, sustainable income stream for the duration of your retirement. By creating a personalized plan, we ensure that you reduce exposure to market risks, minimize taxes, and ensure your income lasts throughout retirement.
If you are nearing retirement or are already retired, a retirement income plan can help secure your financial future. It’s particularly beneficial for those with significant savings who want to convert their assets into a steady income, while minimizing risks from market volatility and taxes. We work with you to assess your unique situation and develop a customized strategy.
We use a variety of strategies, including diversification, asset allocation, and income-producing investments, to reduce exposure to market swings. Our goal is to structure your portfolio in a way that provides stability, even during times of economic uncertainty. This approach helps ensure your retirement income remains predictable and reliable.
Reducing taxes in retirement often involves strategic withdrawals, tax-efficient investment strategies, and careful planning around your tax-deferred accounts (like IRAs). We analyze your tax situation and provide recommendations that help reduce your tax burden while maximizing your retirement income. Our aim is to create a plan that minimizes taxes, so more of your money stays in your pocket.
While the ideal amount depends on your goals and lifestyle, we typically work with clients who have at least $150,000 in retirement savings or investable assets. However, if you have a smaller portfolio, we can still help you design a strategy that fits your needs. Our approach is customized to your individual situation, and we are happy to work with you at any stage of retirement planning.
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I was referred to Leonardo (Leo) Gelain by a close friend that I respect a lot, another one of Leo's many very happy clients, even though we are in different states and have never met in person. From the very first Zoom call, Leo was able to establish trust, credibility, and a genuine personal connection despite the distance.
I had spent months trying to get clear answers about my retirement options from a previous employer and kept hitting dead ends. Leo took the time to carefully listen to my situation, understand my goals, and develop a customized retirement and financial plan that truly fits me and my family.
He went above and beyond helping coordinate with my former company, reviewing every detail thoroughly, and guiding me step by step through the entire process. He is always available, extremely professional, polite, and never pushy.
What really stands out is that Leo feels like a partner, not a salesperson someone who genuinely cares about my financial future more than making a sale. If you are looking for help with retirement planning, annuities, or financial guidance, I highly recommend working with Leonardo Gelain.
-Mike Evans

We have known Leo, with Leon Financial Services, for over 15 years. His dedication to our financial future is the reason why we feel secure in our future. He is a fiduciary financial advisor in Cape Girardeau, Missouri who has guided us through retirement planning, income strategies, and sound tax decisions. His honesty and clarity have kept us moving in the right direction. I highly recommend Leon Financial Services if you are looking for a trustworthy advisor for your financial needs.
Leon Financial Services | Retirement Income & Distribution Planning
Such nice words Mrs. Enkelmann. It is appreciated and I can assure you the feeling is mutual. It has been a privilege.
-Susan Enkelmann

Our family has worked with Leo at Leon Financial Services for many years close to 15 years. His guidance has been steady, thoughtful, and always in our best interest. Even living out of state now, we feel fully supported and confident in our financial plan. We honestly see Leo as part of our family”
Leon Financial Services | Retirement Income & Distribution Planning
Owner
Thanks Tono. I appreciate you all. It has been an honor to serve you and your family.
-Antonio Herrera
