My Story and Services

As your Financial Advisor, I can help you define and strive to meet your goals by delivering a vast array of resources to you in the way that is most appropriate for how you invest and what you want to achieve. Working together, I can help you to preserve and grow your wealth. You will have access to highly seasoned and respected investment professionals, a premier trading and execution platform, and a full spectrum of investment choices.
Securities Agent: WI, NJ, NH, MN, DE, TX, PA, NY, MD, IN, CO, TN, GA, FL, UT, MI, ME, IL, CT, VA, OR, MA, CA, OH, AZ, AL, SC, NC, WA, RI, MO, KY; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 1312663
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    Services We Provide Include:
    Financial Planning: Our team will conduct a thorough goals analysis, retirement income analysis, debt analysis, and address special circumstances to create a customized financial plan tailored to your unique needs.

    Planning for Education Funding: Our team will develop a tailored strategy to fund education costs, including estimating future expenses, identifying savings options, and creating a plan to meet your education funding goals.

    Long Term Care Insurance: We will evaluate your long-term care needs, assess insurance options, and provide recommendations for long-term care insurance coverage that aligns with your financial goals and risk tolerance.

    Fixed Income: Our team will conduct a thorough analysis of your financial situation, risk tolerance, and investment objectives to recommend fixed income strategies that align with your overall investment plan.

    Exchange Traded Funds: Our team of investment professionals will analyze your risk tolerance, investment goals, and time horizon to recommend suitable ETFs that align with your investment objectives and provide efficient exposure to different asset classes or investment strategies.
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    Our Tailored Process Starts With You
    1. Discovery Process - We engage in active listening, learning, and identifying your priorities and legacy to inform our approach.

    2. Develop Strategies - We conduct thorough risk assessments, gather data, and create a customized financial plan based on your unique situation.

    3. Deployment of Strategies - We efficiently implement strategies, manage asset movement, and assign responsibilities for seamless execution.

    4. Strategy & Tactical Meetings - We monitor investments, conduct regular meetings, and proactively adjust strategies based on market conditions and your evolving financial needs.

PERSONALIZED SOLUTIONS

As a financial advisor, our expertise extends to a wide range of financial matters, including but not limited to buying a home, rolling over your 401(k), and creating a legacy that lasts. Our team is dedicated to providing professional guidance tailored to your unique goals and circumstances. Here are examples of the questions we assist our clients with on a daily basis.
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    Retirement Planning
    Can I ensure that my retirement savings are sufficient to sustain my desired lifestyle without financial concerns, and what would be the optimal approach for reinvesting my 401(k) when I transition from my current employment to retirement?
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    Financial Planning
    In light of life's inherent unpredictability and the potential for significant disruptions such as divorce or a death in the family, how can I proactively plan to safeguard my future security?
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    Asset Organization
    How can I effectively streamline and simplify my financial affairs while managing assets dispersed across various organizations and platforms?
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    Managing Risk
    How can I safeguard my family and myself from the unforeseen risks that life presents, which can range from potential loss of life to loss of health?
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    Professional Portfolio Management
    How can I develop an investment strategy that effectively balances my various life goals and aspirations?
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    Growing Older
    In light of increased life expectancy, how can I ensure that I am financially prepared to cover the costs of potential health services that may be required in the future?

CYBERSECURITY RESOURCE CENTER

Our multi-layered security framework encompasses a comprehensive range of safeguards. These include state-of-the-art encryption protocols that are designed to protect your data from unauthorized access. We also employ continuous monitoring to detect and prevent fraudulent activity in your accounts in real-time, ensuring that your assets are safeguarded at all times.

Furthermore, we conduct routine testing of our systems to identify and address potential vulnerabilities, and engage independent security firms to conduct thorough penetration testing of our applications and evaluate our processes. This external validation ensures that our security measures are robust and effective in safeguarding your information.
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    Online Security Center
    Our commitment to safeguarding your assets and personal information is of utmost importance, and we offer comprehensive security measures along with a wealth of resources and ideas designed to assist you in protecting yourself online.
    Access the Online Security Center
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    Protecting Your Smart Device
    In today's interconnected world, smart devices have become an integral part of our lives, storing our voices, search history, and other sensitive information, which can pose potential security threats, making it imperative to take proactive measures to safeguard oneself.
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    Protecting Your Digital Footprint
    Discover effective strategies to proactively manage your online presence and protect your personal information in today's digital age.
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    Phone Security
    You likely spend more time each day on your smartphone than on your computer, but do you pay as much attention to protecting the security of your phone as your computer? Find out why you should.
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    Staying Cybersafe on Vacation
    As you plan your vacation, it's important to remember that while you may be taking a break, cybercriminals are not - protect your cybersecurity with these helpful tips to safeguard your digital assets while you're away.
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    Cybercrime Preparedness
    Are you concerned about the security of your email, Social Security Number, or other personal information? Gain peace of mind by learning the necessary steps to respond effectively if your identity, account, device, or information has been compromised.
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Location

2000 Meridian Blvd
Suite 290
Franklin, TN 37067
US
Direct:
(615) 764-4489(615) 764-4489
Toll-Free:
(800) 473-7149(800) 473-7149
Fax:
(727) 773-4670(727) 773-4670
4114 Woodlands Pkwy
Suite 200
Palm Harbor, FL 34685
US
Direct:
(727) 773-4614(727) 773-4614
Wealth Management
Global Investment Office

Portfolio Insights

Retirement

Working with you to understand your life goals and develop a personalized wealth strategy. Today and for the years to come.
  • 401(k) Rollovers
  • IRA Plans
  • Retirement income strategies
  • Retirement plan participants
  • Annuities
A Simple Six-Step Retirement Checkup
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A Simple Six-Step Retirement Checkup

Checking in on your retirement plan may make a lot of sense, especially when market volatility arises.

Investing

Working closely with you to guide your wealth and investments through the most challenging market cycles.
  • Asset Management
  • Wealth Planning
  • Traditional Investments
  • Alternative Investments
  • Impact Investing
Rational Investing in an Age of Uncertainty
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Rational Investing in an Age of Uncertainty

When it comes to investing, even the most savvy of us fall prey to bias and emotional trades. So what triggers should you watch for?

Family

Creating customized financial strategies for the challenges that today’s families face.
  • Estate Planning Strategies
  • 529 Plans / Education Savings Planning
  • Long Term Care Insurance
  • Special Needs Planning
  • Trust Services
529 Plans: A Powerful Tool to Save for Education
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529 Plans: A Powerful Tool to Save for Education

Though education costs continue to climb, starting to save and invest early can make a difference.

Business Planning

Helping you on key aspects of your business such as ownership, liquidity and developing opportunities.
  • Succession Planning
  • Business Planning
  • Qualified Retirement Plans
Financial Planning for Life After Selling a Business
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Financial Planning for Life After Selling a Business

Selling your business can mean big changes for your life, both personally and financially. Know how to make the most of your windfall.

Philanthropy

Making sure your philanthropic dollars are managed with the same high quality service as the rest of your wealth.
  • Endowments
  • Foundations
  • Donor Advised Funds
  • Impact Investing
Donor Advised Funds: A Smart Way to Manage Your Giving
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Donor Advised Funds: A Smart Way to Manage Your Giving

There's more to charitable giving than you may realize. Here's one method that may be a tax-efficient way to give and can help maximize your impact.
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