Michael McCabe

Michael McCabe

CFP®, CPC, CPA*
Wealth Advisor, Executive Director
Chicago
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Education

Bachelor’s degree in accountancy from University of Illinois Urbana – Champaign

Certification(s) & Designation(s)

  • Certified Pension Consultant (CPC)
  • CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP®)
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)*

About Michael

Throughout his career in financial services, a primary focus has been assisting clients in the effective management of their financial lives so they can enjoy and flourish in their real lives. Mike McCabe has always dedicated himself to learning. His interests have led him to become a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®, pass the CPA* exam, and attain the Certified Pension Consultant (CPC) designation from the American Society of Pension Professionals and Actuaries (ASPPA).

Mike received his bachelor’s degree in accountancy from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Mike enjoys being active in his community. He is a volunteer at Good Samaritan Hospital in Downers Grove, IL and a board member for Pat Mac’s Pack. When he is not working or volunteering his time, Mike enjoys spending time golfing, exercising, watching movies, being a helpful grandpa, and spending time with his wife, friends, and family.

*Licensed, not actively practicing

Michael’s Recommended Reads

  • 5 minutes

    Weekly Wisdom: Fed Meeting Recap – Higher Rates, Stronger Growth

    The Fed Delivers a Rate Hike The Federal Reserve raised the federal funds target range by 25 basis points to 3.75%–4.00% at its September meeting, marking the first rate increase in more than three years.1 The decision was unanimous and largely anticipated by markets, but the more important message came from the Fed’s updated projections and…

  • 2 minutes

    The Most Powerful Financial Tool Women Have Isn’t Money. It’s Their Voice.

    Why Asking Questions May Be the Key to Financial Empowerment For years, conversations about women’s financial empowerment have centered on income, investing, and retirement planning. While those topics remain important, new research suggests the real catalyst for financial confidence may be something much simpler: asking questions. According to the Savvy Ladies 2026 Mid-Year National Women’s…

  • 2 minutes

    In the News: Stephanie Temporiti Shares Inheritance Planning Insights with Kiplinger

    Inheriting a stock portfolio can create meaningful possibilities, but it often happens during a period of grief when making major financial decisions may feel especially difficult. Stephanie Temporiti, Wealth Advisor and Executive Director at Hightower Signature Wealth, recently spoke with Coryanne Hicks of Kiplinger about the questions beneficiaries should ask before deciding what to do…