Top annuities financial advisors in Morristown, TN

The right financial advisor for you depends on how you weigh location, expertise, experience, the clients they typically serve, and how they work with you.

If you're considering annuities to secure steady income or protect your savings from market swings, you need an advisor who understands the nuances of these contracts. A common mistake is choosing an annuity without fully grasping fees, surrender periods, or payout options, which can limit your flexibility or returns.

  • Fee structure clarity. Confirm how the advisor explains all costs involved, including management fees and penalties for early withdrawal.
  • Payout option guidance. Ask how they help select between lifetime income, fixed periods, or lump-sum options based on your goals.
  • Tax impact awareness. Since Tennessee has no state income tax, focus on how federal taxes and other local taxes affect your annuity income.
  • Market risk balance. Ensure they discuss how annuities fit with your overall portfolio to balance growth and protection.

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Carlee R

CFP®, Series 66

Morristown, TN

Edward Jones

Carlee Rose is a CFP®-certified financial advisor at Edward Jones in Morristown, TN, with six years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Edward Jones, Liberty Tax, Upper East Tennessee Human Development Agency, and East Tennessee State University. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving over four million individual and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $1.01 trillion in assets under management and offers a range of investment strategies and affiliated financial services through a large national network of advisors and branch offices.

Retirement income strategy Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Business ownership considerations Multi-generational wealth transfer Wealth management Founder/Business Owner Intergenerational Families

Drew L

Series 66

Morristown, TN

Merrill

Drew Leach serves as the Associate Resident Director at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in Morristown, Tennessee. He began his career in the mortgage industry and joined Merrill Lynch in 2012 as a financial advisor. In his role, Drew focuses on devising comprehensive, goals-based planning strategies that address the complex financial needs of families, often involving multiple generations to create customized wealth plans. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of Tennessee at Knoxville. Drew has earned several professional designations, including Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Within his practice, he takes responsibility for planning, business development, and team management alongside other professionals who handle investment management, business management, and administrative functions. In the community, Drew is active with Helping Young Professionals Excel (HYPE), Kiwanis International, and Ducks Unlimited. His personal interests include fishing, golfing, hiking, hunting, and traveling. He lives with his wife Jordan, their two children, Olivia and Bennett, and their dogs Beaufort and Monroe.

General retirement planning Retirement income strategy Wealth management Charitable giving & philanthropy General estate planning guidance Young Families Parents Women Professionals
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Gregory G

Series 63, Series 66

Morristown, TN

Cetera

Gregory Greene is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 15 years of industry experience. He has worked at Cetera and its affiliated entities since 2014 and also has experience with Regions Bank and BBTIS. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC serves a broad client base including individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to multiple third-party money managers through a multi-manager platform.

Wealth management Tax-loss harvesting Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Business exit / sale strategy Founder/Business Owner Executive
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Mark A

Series 63, Series 65

Morristown, TN

WMG Financial Advisors, LLC

Mark Ashford is a financial advisor with WMG Financial Advisors, LLC in Morristown, Tennessee, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 28 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Lincoln Financial Securities, The Ashford Group, and Concourse Financial Group Securities. He is also involved in insurance-related activities through Legacy Wealth Management and The Ashford Group. WMG Financial Advisors is a team-based registered investment adviser serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, retirement and profit-sharing plans, and certain brokerage customers. The firm focuses on long-term portfolio management using modern portfolio theory and offers financial planning, retirement consulting, and discretionary account management across a range of investment vehicles.

Annuities Real estate investing General tax planning
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Tanna R

Series 66

Morristown, TN

LPL Financial

Tanna Rainey is a financial advisor with LPL Financial in Morristown, Tennessee, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining LPL Financial in 2025, she worked at First Horizon since 2008 and has entrepreneurial experience with Plunder Design and Flowers By Tanna. She operates a side business, Plunder Design, which she has managed since 2020. LPL Financial is a national broker-dealer and SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plan participants, banks, trust companies, and institutions. The firm offers a broad range of advisory and brokerage services, including financial planning, model portfolios, third-party asset management, and institutional platforms, supported by advanced research and operational tools.

Wealth management Retirement income strategy College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) Tax-loss harvesting Annuities Retired Founder/Business Owner Executive
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Craig M

Series 63, Series 65

Columbia, SC

Capital Investment Advisory Services, LLC

Craig Mcdaniel Jr. is a financial advisor with Capital Investment Advisory Services, LLC in Columbia, SC. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 13 years of industry experience. He has been with Capital Investment Group, Inc. and The McDaniel Corporation since 2012. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in life insurance sales and serves as an independent agent for annuities and related products. Capital Investment Advisory Services, LLC provides investment advisory and supervisory services to individuals, retirement plans, corporations, trusts, estates, and charitable organizations. The firm offers customized investment management through discretionary mandates, third-party managers, and private-label model portfolios, using a blend of analytical methods with ongoing portfolio monitoring.

Active portfolio management Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Annuities Options & derivatives strategies Founder/Business Owner Retired
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Elanna G

CFP®, Series 66

Cleveland, OH

Cambridge Investment Research Advisors

Elanna Gould is a CFP® professional with six years of experience, currently advising at Cambridge Investment Research Advisors in Cleveland, OH. Her background includes roles at PepsiCo and The Cleveland Clinic Lerner Research Center, as well as academic experience at The Ohio State University. She is also an independent insurance agent for various companies. Cambridge Investment Research Advisors serves a broad client base, including individuals, retirement plans, and charitable organizations, offering financial planning, investment management, and retirement advisory services through a network of independent professionals. The firm provides a range of portfolio management options, proprietary and third-party strategies, and various custody platforms tailored to client objectives.

Wealth management Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Retirement income strategy Annuities Self-Employed
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Cassandra S

Series 63, Series 65

Plano, TX

Financial & Tax Architects, LLC

Cassandra Sanchez is a financial advisor at Financial & Tax Architects, LLC with seven years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked at Fisher Investments, TIAA, US Health Advisors, and various other firms. Sanchez also had involvement with Drunken Donkey, reflecting experience outside the financial sector. Financial & Tax Architects provides discretionary portfolio management and financial planning primarily for individual and high-net-worth clients, focusing on those nearing or in retirement. The firm offers proprietary “Private Wealth Strategies” that use ETFs, individual securities, and trend-aware rebalancing, with accounts reviewed monthly and customizable strategies to meet client needs.

Retirement income strategy Social Security optimization Annuities Income planning General tax planning Retired
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Marshall B

Series 66

Cabot, AR

Paladin Investment Advisors

Marshall Butler is a Series 66-registered financial advisor at Paladin Investment Advisors with eight years of industry experience. He has held roles at several firms including Veritas Independent Partners, Pinnacle Wealth Management, and Edward Jones. Butler is a part owner of Pinnacle Consultants, where he is involved in the sale of insurance products. Paladin Investment Advisors provides customized investment advisory and financial planning services to individuals, business owners, nonprofit charities, foundations, and sponsors of ERISA-qualified retirement plans. The firm manages approximately $49.5 million in discretionary assets and employs a holistic wealth management approach using active, passive, or blended strategies.

Real estate investing Annuities Options & derivatives strategies
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Isaiah E

Series 63, Series 66

Tulsa, OK

Eagle Strategies (NY Life)

Isaiah Edison is a financial advisor with Eagle Strategies (NY Life) based in Tulsa, OK, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and with 16 years of industry experience. He has worked with Eagle Strategies since 2013 and operates Edison Financial Group, LLC, through which he manages insurance and advisory services. Edison is also involved as a shareholder in NYLARC Holding Company, which reinsures life insurance policies he writes, and he holds a personal investment in cryptocurrency. Eagle Strategies serves a diverse client base including individual investors and institutional clients, providing financial planning, investment management, and retirement-plan advisory services. The firm offers multiple program types and emphasizes customizing recommendations to meet client and plan sponsor objectives, with the majority of its assets managed on a non-discretionary basis.

Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Business exit / sale strategy General retirement planning Retirement income strategy Founder/Business Owner Executive

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