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What's Important to You About Money?
Chris Kittrell
Before you read any further, pause for a moment, step away from the noise, and ask yourself one simple question:...
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Friday the 13th - Investing and Superstition
Amanda Howerton, CFP®
The day I signed my first ever mortgage paperwork for our new house was on...
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Figuring Out the Investment Puzzle
Nathan Smith
Our family escape room trips are always a highlight. The puzzles pull everyone in: Clues...
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When Should Knoxville Residents Claim Social Security?
Rather Kittrell Team
When should Knoxville retirees claim Social Security? Learn how timing, taxes, healthcare, and income planning shape the right decision.
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The Knoxville Pre-Retiree’s Guide to Roth Conversions: Your Options Explained
Rather and Kitrell Team
Knoxville pre-retirees can use Roth conversions to build tax flexibility before Social Security, Medicare, and RMDs start. Learn timing, tradeoffs, and mistakes.
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Creating a Withdrawal Strategy That Minimizes Taxes
Rather and Kitrell Team
Build a tax-smart retirement withdrawal plan before Social Security, Medicare, and RMDs begin. Learn account sequencing, bracket guardrails, and key mistakes.
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Congratulations to Laura Green named RK 2025 'Values in Action' Award Winner
Staff
Congratulations to Laura Green on being named the 2025 RK “Values in Action” award winner....
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Downhill the Rest of the Way-Why personalized financial planning matters
Rocky Davis
It was day three of an intense backpacking trip through Yosemite. My friends and I...
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Swinging Big - Why Simplicity Is Important in Pickleball and Investing
Sam Paganelli, CFA® CFP®
I enjoy pickleball. So while visiting Hilton Head recently, I showed up for open play,...
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Understanding Stock Options and RSUs for Knoxville Executives
Rather & Kittrell Team
Knoxville executives: learn how stock options and RSUs work, key tax rules (ISOs/NSOs, vesting), concentration risk, and strategies to plan wisely.
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Becoming a Parent
Hannah Whatley, CFP®
A new parent reflects on being present in life’s seasons—and how thoughtful financial planning can help you spend time and money on what matters most.
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Finding Your "Why" This Holiday Season
Chase Kerby, CFP®
Holiday busyness can hide what matters. Learn how reconnecting with your “why” can guide spending, saving, and investing choices all year long.
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Is Knoxville a Good Place to Retire Financially?
Rather and Kitrell Team
Explore why Knoxville is a top retirement destination with low costs, no income tax, affordable housing, quality healthcare, and strong lifestyle value.
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