Considering Switching Financial Advisors

You’re Considering Switching Financial Advisors… 6 Ways to Know For Sure

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Change is difficult. It’s human nature to crave routine and stability. Oftentimes, this can be a good thing. There’s a sense of security in knowing what to expect. However, there are times when sticking with the status quo can be detrimental to your wellbeing. Although the thought of switching financial advisors may be uncomfortable, keeping with the wrong advisor because they’re ‘the devil you know,’ could have disastrous results for your financial future. But how do you know if you’re with the wrong advisor or if you’re just a little out of sync?

We understand that changing financial advisors is stressful and most people prefer to avoid it if necessary. That’s why we’ve created this article to help you examine your current advisor and if they are the right fit for you. If you are still unsure whether you and your future are in the right place, schedule a short meeting with an advisor at Heritage - we would be happy to talk through your options and what might be best for your unique goals. Read more

What is a Fiduciary and Why is it so Important?

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You’ve probably heard the term, “fiduciary,” tossed around a bit. But what is a fiduciary, and why is it beneficial to work with one? As part of our ongoing commitment to client education, we’ve decided to create this quick guide to answer some of the questions you might have about hiring a financial advisor with a fiduciary obligation. Read more

Jeff Jeter Earns ChFC® Designation

Knoxville Advisor Jeff Jeter Earns ChFC® Designation

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Heritage Investors Wants to Congratulate Jeff Jeter on Receiving His Chartered Financial Consultant® Designation!

Heritage Investors is proud to announce that its very own, Jeff Jeter has achieved Chartered Financial Consultant® status. The ChFC® designation means that Jeff has completed all nine requirements and passed multiple exams in the process. The designation is awarded by the American College of Financial Services in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania, and provides its recipients with training in very specific client planning services, such as divorcees and families with special needs. Read more

Goodbread Investopedia Top 100

Justin Goodbread — 3 Time Winner of Investopedia’s Top 100 Advisor

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Throughout his career, Justin has been driven by a passion for helping people achieve their financial goals through comprehensive planning and deep education. Unsatisfied by the status quo within the financial industry, Justin set out to destroy the complexities of money for small business owners. This simple approach has enabled him to reach millions of people around the world, educating them on complex financial ideas and strategies in terms that anyone can understand. As a result, Justin has caught the eye of many of the industry’s leading experts. They, too, have been impressed by Justin’s honest and engaging style. Read more

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Bitcoin 101 - What is It and Should I Invest in 2021?

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The word virtual is defined as “being such in essence or effect though not formally recognized or admitted.” Each and every day the world we live in, especially in this rapidly changing digital age, seems to move further and further away from the concrete and closer to the virtual. The recent surge in Bitcoin is, even more, evidence of the movement. If you’re like so many others and ready to jump on the Bitcoin bandwagon, make sure you understand it before you dive right in. Read more

The Dangers of The 4 percent Rule

How Business Owners Can Avoid The Dangers of The 4% Rule

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For decades, business owners and investors have been taught to follow the 4% rule. By never withdrawing more than 4% of the portfolio value in a given year, they could make their funds stretch far into the future. Sounds great, right? So, what’s the problem? No two people are exactly alike and we all have unique financial needs. Let’s take a closer look at how business owners can avoid the dangers of the 4% rule.

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What is a Financial Advisor & Why Do You Need One?

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Finances are a very personal aspect of our lives. How we handle our money can be extremely revealing as to the type of person that we are. Because of this, having someone else involved in our financial lives can leave us feeling exposed and vulnerable. This is why having a financial advisor that you can trust is so important. A trusted financial advisor can be one of your most valuable assets.

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Is the Market Downturn different this time?

The Market Downturn ~ Is It Different This Time?

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Through the years, we have seen many market downturns. From the bear market of 1987 to the economic crisis of 2008-2009, each one has brought its own fears and concerns. In the same way, many investors have concerns about what’s taking place in the market today. In today’s blog, I’d like to take a look at the current downturn and how it compares to those we’ve seen in the past. Follow along as I explore the market downturn and whether this time is different.

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2019 Investopedia Top 100 advisor

CFP® Goodbread Named Investopedia Top 100 Advisor

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“Life is complicated, but money doesn’t have to be.”
— Justin Goodbread

Over the years, Justin’s passion has been helping the Heritage Investors clients—and visitors to FinanciallySimple.com—with their business and personal finances. His ability to explain the complexity of finances in terms that anyone can understand has caught the eye of many in the investment world, namely the Investopedia financial portal. They too were impressed and named Justin an Investopedia Top 100 advisor for 2018 and 2019. Read more

Rebalance Your Portfolio

Should You Rebalance Your Portfolio?

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A term you have likely heard tossed around in the financial services world is ‘rebalancing’. Economist John Maynard Keynes said, “The market can remain irrational longer than you can remain solvent.” With this major concern in the background, let’s define rebalancing as the action which brings something back into balance.

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