Don Dirren
Financial Advisor
Phoenix, Arizona
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Don Dirren is a seasoned financial advisor with more than 37 years of experience guiding individuals and families through complex financial decisions. Licensed in Arizona, he specializes in retirement planning strategies designed to help clients grow, protect, and preserve their wealth over time. As the owner and operator of two independent brokerage firms, Dirren has earned recognition as a leading Safe Money Specialist with Bergen Financial Group and is known for his disciplined, client-focused approach.
Throughout his career, Donald Dirren has remained deeply committed to financial education. He believes that informed clients make stronger decisions and takes pride in explaining economic concepts through practical, real-world examples. His ability to simplify wealth management topics helps clients feel confident and in control of their financial future. Based in Phoenix, Arizona, Dirren is an alumnus of Arizona State University and maintains strong ties to the local community through professional leadership and client advocacy.
Dirren’s professional expertise spans a wide range of financial planning disciplines, including retirement income strategies, estate planning considerations, life insurance solutions, annuities, tax-aware planning, and Social Security optimization. He also brings experience in working with individual retirement accounts, 401(k) rollovers, long-term care planning, and small-business strategies. His comprehensive skill set allows him to tailor plans that adapt to changing markets, life stages, and personal goals.
In addition to advising clients, Dirren has shared his insights as a subject-matter expert on retirement-focused topics, including managing risk in retirement, minimizing Social Security taxes, and evaluating life insurance options for seniors. He challenges overly passive investment philosophies, emphasizing risk management, market conditions, and asset longevity. Dirren believes financial strategies should evolve with life and markets, rather than relying solely on static, long-term assumptions.
Beyond financial planning, Don Dirren values balance and quality of life. He enjoys golfing, hiking, traveling, and scuba diving in the Florida Keys, where he often recommends accessible dive locations to beginners. A dedicated sports fan, he proudly supports Arizona State University athletics and local professional teams. These personal interests reflect his belief that retirement planning is about more than finances; it is about creating a fulfilling and well-lived future.