Matthew Chlopek, CRPC®

One of my favorite topics to discuss with clients is the legacy they want to leave for their family, church, charitable organization, and yes, even their pet(s).  Fido must not be forgotten! Being a financial advisor, it's pretty obvious that most of the legacy conversation is around money and the financial impact the inheritance would have on the aforementioned people, places, and pets. After all, one of the most well known definitions of legacy is: "an amount of money or property left to someone" There is a secondary definition, that I feel is JUST as important: "the long-lasting impact of particular events, actions, etc. that took place in the past, or of a person’s life." My view is that the things you do on an ongoing basis also cement your legacy, no matter how big or small. YOU (yes, YOU) have the ability to influence others in a way that can change their lives for the better. When was the last time you helped someone you didn't know in a meaningful way? What would your children say about you if they were asked by one of their friends? Have you instilled the morals & mentality to help them be successful in the future? Have you taken anyone "under your wing" in your organization, spending the time needed to help expedite the advancement of their career? My point is, there is more to creating a legacy than accumulating money. What's more important to you? A financial legacy, or a non-financial legacy?

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3 championships, 16 seasons, 383 goals, and countless memories to last a lifetime! thank you for all you gave to the game ❤️

What a career. 🙌 Thank you for the memories, Jonathan Toews. 🇨🇦 #IIHF #MensWorlds @hockeycanada

@SpaceCoastCRE Another vote for @DallasAptGP

Need a Opportunity Zone specialist. Who's the real one? Tag them.

@DoctorPerin Great visual!

Happy Father’s Day

@jamieRod @bethanyjbabcock That's complete madness and disrespectful of other peoples time.

@MatthewChlopek @bethanyjbabcock Agreed! One listing was “AI staged” in my neighborhood that added a POOL. No, ma’am, adding a literal pool does not count as furniture staging.

This is crazy. Realtors listing Ai pics and burying the real ones at the end. I feel like they should have to add “Ai rendering” to all pictures like this.

Jonathan Toews has announced his retirement from the @NHL after 1,149 regular-season games played. From Winnipeg, Manitoba, Jonathan played collegiate hockey with the University of North Dakota beginning in the 2005-06 season. The @NHLBlackhawks selected Jonathan with the third overall pick in the 2006 NHL Entry Draft. Jonathan returned to the University of North Dakota for one additional season before joining the Chicago Blackhawks ahead of the 2007-08 NHL season. Jonathan made his NHL debut on October 10, 2007 and wasted no time registering his first career NHL goal when he scored at the 13:43 minute mark in the first period. Jonathan amassed 54 points in 64 games in his rookie season, finishing third in Calder Memorial Trophy voting. In his third NHL season in 2009-10, Jonathan put up 29 points in 22 Stanley Cup Playoff games, winning the Conn Smythe as Playoff MVP, en route to the Blackhawks capturing their first Stanley Cup in 49 years. Three seasons later, in 2013, Jonathan and the Blackhawks once again hoisted Lord Stanley’s Cup, as Jonathan earned Frank J. Selke Trophy honours as the league’s best defensive forward. Two seasons after that, Chicago would be crowned Stanley Cup champions for the third time in six seasons, with Jonathan taking home the Mark Messier Leadership Award. Jonathan played 1,067 regular-season games for Chicago across 15 seasons, serving as team captain for all but one season. After two seasons away from hockey, Jonathan returned to the NHL for the 2025-26 season, signing with his hometown @NHLJets, appearing in all 82 regular-season games for Winnipeg. Jonathan concludes his NHL career with 383 goals and 912 points over 1,149 games. Internationally, Jonathan is a member of the Triple Gold Club, having captured a World Championship (2007) and Olympic gold medal (2010, 2014) with Team Canada to go along with his three Stanley Cup victories. Jonathan also earned a gold medal at the 2006 and 2007 World Junior Hockey Championships and captured the 2016 World Cup of Hockey. Congratulations on your retirement, Jonathan, and welcome to the NHL Alumni Association!

Jonathan Toews has officially retired from the NHL after 16 seasons 👏 🔴 3x Stanley Cup Champion (2010, 2013, 2015) 🔴 912 points (383G) in 1,149 GP 🔴 Conn Smythe, Selke & 2 Olympic Gold medals 🔴 Youngest ever member of the Triple Gold Club

Three legends of the 2010s have all hung up the skates within the past year 🥹 The 2029 HHOF class is going to be a special one 👏

"They pushed me and made me better as a player and a human being." 🤝 Jonathan Toews names some of the teammates who helped shape his career during his time with the Blackhawks.

A captain. A champion. A Blackhawks legend. Congratulations on an incredible career, Jonathan Toews. 🏆 3x Stanley Cup Champion 🏆 Conn Smythe Trophy 🏆 Selke Trophy 🏅 2x Olympic Gold Medalist One of the greatest players in franchise history.

Jonathan Toews playoffs during the #Blackhawks dynasty 100GP • 32G • 57A • 89P • 8 GWG • 57.3% FO 2010 Conn Smythe Franchise record points in single playoffs Franchise record longest playoff point streak Captain of the greatest era in franchise history. Chicago Legend❤️

A resume that speaks for itself 🤩

Congrats to this legend on retirement. One of the best leaders the game has seen. I could not have asked for a better teammate to come into the league with and I’m proud of all our success together over the years.

Congratulations to Captain Serious on a storied career 🫡 After 16 NHL seasons, 3 #StanleyCup Championships and becoming member of the triple gold club, Jonathan Toews has officially announced his retirement.

@tax_birdie @JezziiB Many places don't have a changing table in the men's room but they do in the woman's room.

@JezziiB Men go in the men’s room. Either enlist a woman to help with your child or take them to the men’s room with you. Why can men not plan their day around these sort of obstacles the way women have to?

Ok so here’s how it works Dads with daughters: Women’s restroom. Moms with daughters: Women’s restroom. Dads with sons: Men’s restrooms. Mothers with sons: Women’s restroom. Hope that helps.

Jonathan Toews (22 years, 41 days in 2010) became the second-youngest captain of a #StanleyCup winner in NHL history behind his two-time Olympic teammate Sidney Crosby (21 years, 309 days in 2009). #NHLStats More from @NHLMedia: nhl.com/news/jonathan-…

Hawks fans, show some love for the Captain 👏❤️💬

forever your biggest fans ❤️1️⃣9️⃣❤️