SMARTER RETIREMENT PLANNING
You’ve Spent Decades Building Your Wealth. We Help You Navigate What’s Next.
Most retirees wonder if they're missing something:
Are taxes going to eat away at my RMDs? Is my portfolio taking on too much risk? Will my income keep pace with inflation? We're here to help you answer those questions and more so you can approach and enjoy the retirement you've earned.
At Blue Ridge Wealth Planners, we believe financial advice should empower you, not overwhelm you. We crunch the numbers, anticipate the hazards, and present clear choices. The plan is tailored to your goals, and you're in charge every step of the way.
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Prepare and Enjoy Your Legacy
We empower families to lead fulfilling and financially confident lifestyles.
Grow
Build a strategy aimed to accumulate wealth that supports your retirement lifestyle and long-term goals.
Strategic investment portfolios
Tax-advantaged savings strategies
Wealth accumulation planning
Risk-adjusted growth opportunities
Manage
Preserve and safeguard your wealth while generating reliable income throughout retirement.
Retirement income planning
Tax-efficient withdrawal strategies
Healthcare cost management
Social Security optimization
Give
Create a lasting legacy for your loved ones and support the causes that matter most to you.
Estate planning strategies
Wealth transfer planning
Charitable giving strategies
Legacy protection
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Sharing Knowledge, Building Trust
John Vandergriff, Owner and Lead Wealth Planner, understands the value of preparation, discipline, and teamwork. From competing as a state champion wrestler and playing football for the University of Tennessee under Coach Phillip Fulmer, to serving families through ministry and financial planning, his career has always centered on helping others succeed.
Whether planning for retirement, protecting what matters most, or building a lasting legacy, John is committed to helping clients move forward with confidence and clarity.
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Broadcasting financial insights and retirement planning strategies to listeners throughout the region
In Your Community
Meeting with clients face-to-face in our offices across all of our Southeast locations
We Plan For Everything
Five comprehensive pillars of financial planning working together to help you pursue your goals
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Income
Plan for long-term retirement income
Investments
Manage your wealth for the long term
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Tax Strategies
Manage tax effects on assets
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Legacy
Safeguard your assets and values
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Healthcare
Prepare for future costs
Comprehensive Planning Across All Five Pillars
From investments and income to legacy protection, tax efficiency, and healthcare planning—our integrated approach ensures every aspect of your financial life works together seamlessly.