Redefining wealth and elevating your journey with values-based financial care.
Ascend National Wealth Advisors offers comprehensive financial services grounded in biblical tenets, so you can work toward optimizing the fruits of your labor while staying aligned with the values that shape your life.
Redefining wealth and elevating your journey with values-based financial care.
Ascend National Wealth Advisors offers comprehensive financial services grounded in biblical tenets, so you can work toward optimizing the fruits of your labor while staying aligned with the values that shape your life.
Our Story
At Ascend National Wealth Advisors, our story begins with a passion for helping families achieve financial clarity and lasting legacies.
Founded by Austen Wilson, our collaborative team specializes in tax-smart retirement and legacy planning, delivering objective advice rooted in biblical values so you can plan confidently for the future.
How we work with you
Our team partners with clients across multiple regions to develop financial strategies that reflect your values, goals, and life stage. Through a collaborative discovery process, we tailor a plan for you and provide ongoing support - so your financial strategy can grow with you and your family.
Office information
Phone:
253-271-3290Operating Hours:
Monday through Friday 9 AM – 5 PM
Our solutions
Events
2025-07-30T22:30:00
Thrivent Night with the Kenosha Kingfish
Join us at Thrivent Night with the Kenosha Kingfish! Reserve your tickets for an evening at Kenosha Kingfish Baseball Club filled with fun, food, and baseball. Cheer on the Kingfish as they take on the Rockford Rivets and enjoy an opportunity to connect with other Thrivent members at the ballpark.
Game Logistics
Gates open at 5:35 p.m. | First pitch at 6:35 p.m.
Parking is free
Tailgate 5:35 p.m. – 6:35 p.m. (All you can eat ballpark food and beverage from gates open to the first pitch)
Wear your favorite Thrivent Action Team Live Generously T-shirt to the game!
Join us in a school supply drive supporting the Shalom Center!
Top items needed:
• Backpacks (new or gently used)
• Large boxes of facial tissue
• Earbuds with microphone (new)
• Colored pencils (1 package of 12)
• Boxes of Ziploc bags - 1 gallon & 1 quart size
Tickets: $5/ per person
*Pre-registration required. Limit 2 tickets per household. Registration required for each ticket to ensure entry.
Tickets available through Friday, July 18th - first come, first served.
Note - Eventbrite confirmation reserves your spot at the Thrivent tailgate. You will receive a separate email the week of July 21 from Kenosha Kingfish with ballpark entrance tickets.
No products will be sold. For additional disclosures see thrivent.com/social.
This event helps Thrivent demonstrate our fraternal purpose to help more people experience financial clarity and amplify the generosity expressions of our clients.
2025-08-14T18:00:00
Where is the Next Generation of Faith Leaders
As we look to the future of the church and church leadership, where will the next generation of leaders come from? As church leadership continues to have its own unique challenges, how do you create the kind of space needed to raise up the next leaders who will carry the church forward for generations to come and where do you begin. Erin Johnson, Executive Pastor, will explore these questions and more during our time together.
Registration required.
No products will be sold. Speaker is not affiliated with Thrivent. Views are their own. See thrivent.com/social for additional disclosures.
The identifying information you provide will allow Thrivent to contact you regarding this event or to share other Thrivent updates. To learn more about the privacy of your information, visit Thrivent.com/privacypolicy.
2025-11-04T17:00:00
Navigating Decisions for Retirement Success with Dr. W
Start exploring your retirement options today, so you can feel confident about the years ahead. Join us for Navigating Decisions for Retirement Success, an exclusive conversation with Dr. Wade Pfau, where you'll learn how mastering retirement income management is key to making informed decisions that help you navigate the important challenges retirees face.
This discussion will help you feel more equipped to make smarter choices for the years ahead.
• Plan ahead to manage the potential need for care as you age.
• Discover simple tax strategies you can use now to help reduce or avoid future tax surprises.
• Find out how setting up a trust can help you protect and fulfill your wishes, both now and in the future.
Don't just plan for retirement—prepare to live it with confidence. Join us and explore strategies that are as unique as you are.
Register below to attend the event or indicate you'd like to receive a recording.
No products will be sold. Speaker is not affiliated with Thrivent. Views are their own.
Thrivent is the marketing name for Thrivent Financial for Lutherans. Insurance products issued by Thrivent. Not available in all states. Licensed agent/producer of Thrivent. For more information visit Thrivent.com/social.
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News and insights
Ascend National Wealth Advisors, Financial Advisors in Bellevue, WA | Thrivent
🕰️ “Should I worry about a ‘Lost Decade’ for stocks?” It’s a real debate right now. Some forecasts call for S&P 500 returns as low as 3% a year over the next decade—far less than we’ve seen recently. But history shows that even during tough stretches, opportunity isn’t lost for everyone. Here’s what I remind clients: 1. A ‘lost decade’ means the major indexes might tread water, but not all investments will 2. Chasing last decade’s winners or concentrating in a few big names can backfire 3. What worked in the 2000s? Diversification. Bonds, small caps, and global stocks often outperformed the S&P 500 during the last “lost decade”. 🔎 What matters now: 🔹 Spread your risk—don’t bet everything on one sector or region 🔹 Stay invested and keep adding steadily if you’re still building wealth 🔹 Remember: a flat market can be a buying opportunity for disciplined investors A “lost decade” isn’t about lost hope—it’s about having a plan that works regards of headlines. . . . My team: thrivent.com/ascend Disclosures: Thrivent.com/social
Ascend National Wealth Advisors, Financial Advisors in Bellevue, WA | Thrivent
🛑 “Why would my Social Security retirement benefits get suspended?” It’s a question I’m hearing more as new rules roll out in 2025. The Social Security Administration is tightening up on compliance, and even small oversights can put your payments at risk. Here’s what’s causing suspensions this year: - Missing new in-person verification requirements or failing to update your personal details with SSA - Earning more than allowed if you’re collecting before full retirement age (for 2025, that’s $22,320—go over, and $1 is withheld for every $2 above the limit) - Not reporting major life changes like marriage, divorce, or moving - Extended travel outside the U.S. without proper notification - Ignoring requests for paperwork or deadlines If your payments are suspended, they won’t resume until the issue is corrected, which can take time. For retirees, even a short gap can create real hardship. This is where having a financial team on your side makes a difference. With professionals keeping an eye on rule changes, deadlines, and paperwork, you’re far less likely to miss something important. Your team can help you stay organized, respond quickly to SSA requests, and make sure your information is always up to date. Staying proactive—and having dependable experienced people in your corner—can help you avoid unnecessary interruptions and keep your retirement income on track. . . . My team: thrivent.com/ascend Disclosures: Thrivent.com/social Thrivent financial advisors and professionals have general knowledge of the Social Security tenets. For complete details on your situation, contact the Social Security Administration.