Needs Analysis
We begin by understanding your priorities, concerns, and the financial decisions ahead.
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Your Future Deserves a Plan. And a Partner.Retirement is about more than reaching a certain age or accumulating a certain amount of money. It’s about having the confidence to enjoy the life you’ve worked hard to build. At The Nest Financial, we help individuals and families prepare for retirement, manage their investments, and develop strategies designed to protect and preserve their wealth. We combine experienced financial guidance with personalized relationships, helping our clients navigate life’s important financial decisions with clarity and confidence. Locally Owned. Community Focused. Invested in Your Future.
Led by Layne Ragsdale, CFP®, and Michael Bardwell, The Nest Financial brings together more than two decades of financial services experience, professional financial planning expertise, and a commitment to serving clients for generations to come.
Our multigenerational team approach combines the experience of an established CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional with a long-term vision for the future of the firm.
We believe your financial future deserves more than an investment portfolio. It deserves a thoughtful strategy and a trusted relationship.
Our goal
We begin by understanding your priorities, concerns, and the financial decisions ahead.
We review the financial resources, accounts, and investments that support your overall picture.
We develop a thoughtful strategy designed around your circumstances and long-term direction.
We help turn your priorities into focused, actionable financial goals for the future.
Our services are designed to help you make informed decisions today while preparing for the opportunities and challenges of tomorrow.
Learn MoreAt The Nest Financial, we believe the best financial advice begins with understanding the people behind the numbers.
Learn MoreSpecial needs trusts and ABLE accounts can help disabled individuals establish financial independence and save for the future without losing access to critical government benefits.
Unlike retirement accounts, there are no federal contribution limits for variable annuities, and the investment gains won’t be taxed until they are withdrawn.
A new tax-advantaged investment account officially launched on July 4th: the 530A account, also known as a Trump Account, which is designed to help children get a head start on their financial future.
It’s a good idea to regularly review beneficiary designations to be sure they are complete and reflect current wishes.
How much will it cost to pay off a loan over its lifetime?
Compare the potential future value of tax-deferred investments to that of taxable investments.
A balance sheet summarizes your assets and liabilities and reveals your net worth.