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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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Financial Planning for Busy Knoxville Business Professionals and Executives
Rather & Kittrell Team
Get expert advice on cash flow, equity compensation, taxes & retirement for busy executives and business professionals in Knoxville.
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Pre-Retirement Planning in Knoxville: Your Guide to a Stress-Free Retirement
Rather & Kittrell Team
Plan your retirement with confidence in Knoxville—learn how to budget, navigate taxes and healthcare, and enjoy your next chapter stress-free.
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The Veteran Next Door
Wm. Timothy Eichhorn
A Veterans Day reflection honoring the quiet heroes in everyday life—how local veterans’ sacrifice, humility, and service continue to inspire community and gratitude.
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Retiring in Knoxville: Cost of Living, Taxes, and Lifestyle
Rather & Kittrell Team
Affordable healthcare, no state income tax, and a welcoming community make Knoxville an ideal and budget-friendly place to retire.
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Taxes in Tennessee for Retirees: What You Need to Know
Rather & Kittrell Team
Tennessee’s no state income tax, low property taxes, and affordable cost of living make it one of the most attractive and tax-friendly states for retirees.
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Financial Planning Doesn't Have to Be Scary
Greg McMurry
Financial planning doesn’t have to be scary. See how Rather & Kittrell helps families across East Tennessee find peace of mind—one household at a time.
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Lessons in Flight Delays
Chase Kerby, CFP®, AIF®
Like many travelers, I found myself in an airport recently trying to catch a connecting...
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Make the Most of Employee Benefits Season
Amanda Howerton, CFP®
Employee benefits season is your annual chance to optimize 401(k) contributions, HSA/FSA choices, insurance coverage, and other perks—before deadlines hit.
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More Than a Number: Why Listening Matters in Financial Planning
Sam Paganelli, CFA® CFP®
As someone who serves clients every day, I can’t help but notice how I’m treated...
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When the Kick Goes Wide: Lessons for Investors from the Vols Loss
Darrien Reasonover
A Vols loss is a reminder: strong starts don’t guarantee smooth sailing. Learn why preparation, perspective, and a trusted team matter for investors.
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Bear Spray and Behavior - What does Investing Risk Look Like to You?
Hannah Whatley, CFP® , AIF®
A bear-spray story turns into a simple investing lesson: risk looks different for everyone—so your plan should match your real comfort level and goals.
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What the Fed Sees...and Why It Matters
Your Rather & Kittrell Team
The Fed is sending up a flare that the economy may be softening. Learn what the Fed is watching—and what it could mean for investors and markets.
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