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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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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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Tariffs and Market Volatility: What the Latest Trade Policies Mean for Your Portfolio
Rather & Kittrell Team
The US imposes new tariffs on 49 countries, causing market fluctuations. Here's how diversification and a long-term strategy can help navigate the uncertainty.
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Values in Action: How Service, Trust, and Relationships Drive Success at Rather & Kittrell
Lisa Nicely, PHR®
Winning a childhood contest taught me about precision and service—values that drive our work at Rather & Kittrell to empower clients with financial clarity and confidence.
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March Madness and Financial Planning: How Teamwork Drives Success at Rather & Kittrell
Sam Paganelli, CFA® CFP®
From buzzer-beaters to financial planning, teamwork is key. Learn how collaboration and trust drive success at Rather & Kittrell—both on and off the court.
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Why Investments Are More Than Just a Banana Taped to a Wall
Chase Kerby, CFP®, AIF®
Asset prices can feel unpredictable, but unlike art, investments have real value. Learn why a strategic financial plan helps you see beyond market noise.
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How to Navigate Market Volatility Without Derailing Your Investment Strategy
Rather & Kittrell
Markets are choppy, but your investment plan is built for the long run. Learn why staying disciplined during volatility leads to better financial outcomes.
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Congratulations to Lisa Nicely named RK 2024 'Values in Action' Award Winner!
Rather & Kittrell Team
Congratulations to Lisa Nicely on being the 2024 RK “Values in Action” award winner. RK initiated this award to recognize those in our organization who best exemplify the Core Values.
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