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John Ternus

John Ternus – Financial Advisor at Stonebridge Wealth Systems, ABFP™, ChFC®, specializing in income planning, investments, and estate planning

John Ternus, CFP®, ChFC®, TPCP®, ABFP

Financial Planner

John’s goal is to help individuals and families bring clarity, confidence, and direction to their financial lives. After serving 22 years in the military, he observed how people with similar incomes could end up with vastly different outcomes based on their financial decisions. That experience drives his mission today—to help clients make informed, intentional choices that align their resources with what matters most to them.

John is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional and Chartered Financial Consultant® (ChFC®), providing client-first guidance across retirement planning, tax strategy, investment management, and estate considerations.

As a Tax Planning Certified Professional® (TPCP®), John designs tax-efficient strategies through every stage of life—from accumulation and pre-retirement to income distribution and legacy planning—guiding clients to keep more of what they’ve built. His National Social Security Advisor (NSSA®) certification further enhances his experience in optimizing benefits and coordinating income for retirement success.

With his Accredited Behavioral Finance Professional™ (ABFP™) background, John helps clients navigate the emotional side of money—bridging the gap between financial knowledge and confident action.

John earned his Bachelor of Science in Finance, graduating magna cum laude from the University of Maryland Global Campus, where he built a foundation in financial theory and investment analysis that supports his client-first approach today.

John believes true professionals never stop learning. Just as you expect your doctor to stay current, he believes financial advisors should be held to the same standard of ongoing education and care.

Based in Grand Island, Nebraska, John enjoys life outdoors with his wife, Amy, and their two sons. His mission is simple: to simplify the complex and help families make confident financial decisions that last a lifetime.

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