Kurt Roddy

Further information about Kurt Roddy:

Kurt Roddy of Harbor Financial Advisors began his career over twenty years ago while working for a Seattle-based law firm that specialized in estate planning and tax litigation. This "boot-camp" experience provided the framework of what would become a passionate pursuit to help clients
better protect their personal and financial affairs and avoid the many pitfalls that failing to properly plan inevitably brings. Since then, Kurt has had the good fortune to work with other talented and committed professionals whose expertise he continues to rely upon. He has held a wide array of positions in the Puget Sound area with firms whose scope ranged from law and finance to investments and taxes. Further, he has helped manage tens of millions in assets for well respected firms such as US Bancorp, Key Bank, and Wells Fargo's Private Client Services, to name a few.

Kurt has enjoyed the opportunity to work with such esteemed institutions, but prefers being truly independent, though well connected with a wide array of professionals from complimentary disciplines such as legal, accounting and insurance services. Through his broker/dealer, Financial Services Int'l Corp. (fsic), whose headquarters are in Seattle, Washington, Kurt has access to investment advisory programs and industry related resources that help provide his clients world-class, comprehensive solutions, without the pitfalls that have sometimes been common to some mega-firms. His independence affords his clients the benefit of knowing that his business practice is designed and set-up to avoid potential conflicts of interest. Kurt is a fee-based advisor for most investment activities, rather than the traditional, commission-based sales process common to the investment industry and believes that long-term relationships are born out of mutually beneficial interests. Additionally, he provides competitive commission-based insurance products when needed as an independent agent for numerous insurance carriers.

Kurt possesses key professional licenses (CRD# 2480228) from a General Securities License (Series 7) to Investment Advisor Representative (Series 66). He also holds four insurance licenses (WA# 238543): Life, Health, Property & Casualty.

Kurt has been a student of the markets for over twenty years as well, having begun his personal investment management during the days following the "Black Monday" crash of the late 1980's. Having experienced a series of half a dozen bear markets, this has taught Kurt lessons and brought insights that his clients can potentially benefit from.

Kurt has resided in Gig Harbor with his wife of 28 years, Lisa, and has raised three very bright children and has one very busy grandson! They live on a secluded farm on the Key Peninsula where four generations enjoy organic gardening, their miniature Australian Sheppards and live music! Kurt and his two sons have been involved with worship for many years at their community church, Kurt on guitars, Morgan on drums & bass, and Noah on piano & drums.

Compensation and Fee Structures:

We are a fee-based advisory service (as opposed to a commission-driven firm) and strive to devise strategies that maximize value while minimizing costs.

Licenses, Certifications & Affiliations:

Kurt has successfully passed the following FINRA (NASD) securities license examinations: Series 6, 7, 26, 63, & 66. He is also licensed in the State of Washington for Life, Health, Property & Casualty insurance.

Education:

University of Washington, undergraduate studies; Highline College, Associate of Arts, High Honors. Extensive financial planning education acquired over the prior 15+ years.

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Further information about Harbor Financial Advisors:

(Size of firm: 0-9 advisors)

Harbor Financial Advisors is an independent, investment advisory firm dedicated to providing prudent, comprehensive financial planning services and sound investment advice. Incorporating the Financial Wellness Initiative(TM), we examine your particular circumstances and objectives, rather than taking a "cookie-cutter" approach. We take pride in being your Trusted Advisor as we develop and implement a financial plan strategically designed to meet your individual needs and wishes.

Kurt Roddy is only authorized to transact business in states where he is properly registered. These states include: WA
- Additionally, Clients who are not residents of these states cannot be serviced.

Kurt Roddy is an Investment Advisor Representative of and securities offered through, Financial Services Int'l Corp. (fsic), Member FINRA/SIPC, a Registered Investment Advisor, 701 Fifth Avenue, Suite 6870, Seattle, WA 98104. Harbor Financial Advisors is not affiliated with Financial Services Int'l Corp. (fsic).