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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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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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What Baseball Taught Me About Investing: Why Process Beats Prediction
Jeff Hall, CFP®, CIMA®, CKA®
What Billy Beane, Moneyball, and force-outs taught me about building portfolios—and why we believe in process over prediction at Rather & Kittrell.
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Memorial Day: How We Can Honor, Remember, Educate, and Inspire
Wm. Timothy Eichhorn
Memorial Day is a time to reflect on ETVMA’s mission: To Honor, To Remember, To Educate, and To Inspire. A challenge worth carrying into our everyday lives.
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Three Financial Situations I Hate to See (And How You Can Avoid Them)
Hannah Whatley, CFP® , AIF®
Financial pitfalls don’t always come with warning signs. Advisor Hannah Whatley shares three avoidable mistakes she hates to see—and what to do instead.
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Motherhood, Comparison, and Finding Joy in Your Financial Journey
Amanda Howerton, CFP® , CDFA®
Motherhood and financial planning both come with comparison traps. Here’s why it’s better to focus on your unique path and goals.
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How Long Will a Market Downturn Last? What Investors Should Know
Rather & Kittrell Team
Markets can be unpredictable, but history offers insights into recovery timelines. Here’s what long-term investors should know.
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7 Estate Planning Red Flags to Avoid in Your Financial Plan
Hannah Whatley, CFP®, AIF®
Avoid these 7 common estate planning mistakes and make sure your financial plan reflects your true wishes, even during life transitions or after tax law changes.
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