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Our Process
We create strategies that are tailored to your needs and goals.
Meet Our Team
Established Experience. A New Generation of Leadership.
At The Nest Financial, we believe trusted financial relationships should last for generations.
Our team brings together the extensive experience of Layne Ragsdale, CFP®, and the next generation of financial leadership through Michael Bardwell.
Layne has served clients in the financial services industry since 2005 and holds the respected CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® certification.
Michael brings nearly a decade of experience as a financial advisor, a strong commitment to the community, and a long-term vision for The Nest Financial.
Together, we offer clients established financial planning experience, personalized investment guidance, and a commitment to long-term continuity.
This approach is designed to give clients confidence that their financial advisory relationship is built with the future in mind.
We aren’t simply helping clients prepare for the next market cycle or the next stage of retirement. We’re building relationships intended to endure for generations.
Value of a CFP® Professional
Experience Matters. Credentials Matter. Relationships Matter Most.
Financial planning involves some of life’s most important decisions. Having experienced, qualified professionals in your corner can make a meaningful difference.
Layne Ragsdale, CFP®, brings more than 20 years of financial services experience to The Nest Financial, along with the respected CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® certification.
The CFP® designation reflects rigorous education, examination, experience, and ethical requirements. CFP® professionals are also held to a fiduciary duty when providing financial advice.
At The Nest Financial, we combine this professional foundation with personalized relationships and a commitment to understanding each client’s unique circumstances.
Our goal is to provide thoughtful guidance that helps you make informed decisions about retirement, investments, and your family’s financial future.
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More Than Just A Client To Us.
You Are Our Partner
Our History
Years of experience have prepared us to guide you through your life transitions.
Our Values
Transparency. Honesty. Integrity. We believe values matter, and we live by ours every day.