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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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Labor Day and Lessons From a Canoe
Nathan Smith
Labor Day is a natural reset. Learn how a tandem canoe lesson—finding rhythm, adjusting, and working with a guide—mirrors good financial planning.
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Time Flies
Daniel Maupin, CFP®
Time flies—so don’t put off the financial planning tasks you keep meaning to do. A reminder to revisit your plan, schedule the meeting, and start now.
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The Economy Slows...But Stocks Soar
Rather & Kittrell Team
The economy is slowing, yet stocks keep rising. Learn why markets can climb during weak data—rate-cut expectations, earnings, and investor sentiment.
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The Myth of Meaningful Numbers: From 12:34 to Dow 40,000
Nathan Smith
Seeing 12:34 or Dow 40,000 feels meaningful—but it’s mostly noise. Learn why investors should ignore arbitrary milestones and stick to a plan.
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Nickel and Dimed
Amanda Howerton, CFP®
Small costs add up fast—at home and in your portfolio. Learn why controlling spending and avoiding unnecessary investment fees can keep your plan on track.
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Is Now a Bad Time to Invest?
Chase Kerby, CFP®, AIF®
Markets are hitting new highs—learn why that’s normal, what it means for long-term investors, and how to stay confident in your plan.
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Diving Into the One Big Beautiful Bill Act
Rather & Kittrell Team
Get clarity on how the One Big Beautiful Bill Act of 2025 changes deductions, estate planning, and tax strategy for individuals and families.
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A Durable Idea Worth Celebrating
Wm. Timothy Eichhorn
Celebrating durable ideas that stand the test of time—how patience, discipline, and long-term thinking matter in both markets and life.
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When The Ride Gets Bumpy
Sam Paganelli, CFA® CFP®
Market volatility can feel scary—like a toddler on a “safe” roller coaster. Learn why reassurance and a solid financial plan matter most when the ride gets bumpy.
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What Great Basketball Teams Teach Us About Great Financial Teams
Greg McMurry
Great teams share trust, communication, and discipline—on the court and in financial planning. Here’s how those same traits guide the way we serve families at Rather & Kittrell.
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Patience, Markets, and a Father’s Words That Still Ring True
Darrien Reasonover
A father’s simple phrase holds wisdom for today’s investors: real patience is steady, not passive. Here's why that mindset matters in long-term financial planning.
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What the End of the Penny Can Teach Us About Wealth Planning
Chase Kerby, CFP®, AIF®
The penny is fading out, and it’s a reminder: small things matter less than big decisions. In financial planning, focus on what moves the needle.
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