We take pride in educating our clients on all things finance. Explore our insights, webinars, and video resources below.
Have you heard about a Parent PLUS loan? Maybe you’ve even taken one out to support your child’s college education. Whatever the case, if your child is nearing college age or is currently enrolled, you may
Retirement is drawing near, and, though you’ve been preparing for years, you may suddenly be concerned that you haven’t covered all your bases or that you aren’t actually on track to retire at all. We
Do you ever wonder about the quality of your life insurance plan? It’s probably not something you think about often, but regularly checking in on your coverage can help you protect your loved ones if
One of the joys of managing our money well is that we are then able to give to those in need. That’s why we love donor-advised funds! Where financial advising and charitable giving meet, donor-advised
Finance is full of jargon. That’s one of the reasons why many are intimidated by investing— because they don’t understand the terms being used. When you lay them out individually, though, the terms aren’t quite
Do you think your financial accounts are at risk for a cyber attack? If you answered “yes,” you’re already on your way to helping protect yourself. Being aware that the threat is real is the
Your estate plan is a great tool to plan how and when your family will benefit from your assets after your passing. It has another purpose, though, that is just as important—preventing family tension. When
The $1.8 trillion American Families Plan was introduced by President Biden on April 28th as part of the American Rescue Plan, offering such benefits as two years of free community college, paid family and medical
When in your 60s, retirement can be years, months, or even days away. The closer you get, the more unprepared you may feel for what’s to come. You aren’t alone! Many people in their 60s
President, SageSpring
Beyond crunching numbers and investment strategies, at SageSpring, we’re about building relationships. When you encounter Founder & President of SageSpring, Jeff Dobyns, it’s easy to understand why this is at the very heart of who we are as a firm. You won’t find stuffy formalities with Jeff; instead, you can expect to find him sharing a warm smile, communicating a compelling vision, or patiently untangling life’s complex challenges with clients. He believes in truly getting to know clients, understanding their aspirations and priorities, and navigating their financial plans with a tailored, comprehensive approach. Our team members have often been caught taking notes on Jeff’s effortless relationship skills from a distance, and we admire them for striving to learn from one of the best.
Jeff’s financial expertise and wisdom are the perfect match to his innate people skills. Jeff holds the prestigious CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNERTM certification, Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU®), and Chartered Financial Consultant (ChLU®) designations, and has held executive positions with financial planning firms for more than two decades.
His dedication extends beyond the office to the boardroom and the local community, where Jeff is passionate about giving back. He serves as Chairman of the Board of Men of Valor, a prison ministry and mentoring program. Jeff also serves on the board of Send Musicians to Prison, which shares hope, healing and restoration with the imprisoned through musicians & artists. Jeff actively supports other initiatives in the community by sitting on the board of The Signatry of Middle Tennessee and the Halftime Institute of Nashville.
Witnessing his four children, Gracyn, Hunter, Tanner, and Logan, excel on the field is almost just as rewarding, if not more, than celebrating the victories of seeing his clients overcome obstacles and build wealth. Spending weekends boating on the lake, hiking mountain trails, and fishing with his family are the moments Jeff cherishes most. It’s this grounded perspective that reveals the true meaning of wealth for Jeff: not just numbers on a page, but the freedom to create experiences that enrich your life and the lives of those you love. When you choose the Dobyns McMillin Wealth Team, you choose more than financial expertise. You choose a partner who champions your dreams, celebrates your victories, and walks besides you on the path to achieving your unique goals.
**Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards Inc. owns the certification marks CFP®, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER TM, CFP® (with plaque design) and CFP® (with flame design) in the U.S., which it awards to individuals who successfully complete CFP Board’s initial and ongoing certification requirements.
