LeConte Wealth

06/18/2026

We're so excited to do it all over again tonight in Downtown Maryville! 🎶

After an incredible first two weeks of the Levitt AMP Maryville Music Series, we're ready for another great evening of live music, local art, and community.

Start your evening at 3rd Thursday from 5:30–7:30 PM, then head to Jack Greene Park for a FREE concert featuring The Sensational Barnes Brothers from 7–9 PM. Known for their powerful gospel-soul sound and incredible energy, they're sure to put on an unforgettable show.

Bring a lawn chair, grab dinner downtown, and enjoy a summer evening with friends, family, and neighbors.

While you're there, be sure to stop by the LeConte Wealth tent, grab a guitar shaped fan, and scan the QR code to enter our Summer Music Series Giveaway! We'll be giving away prizes throughout the summer from several amazing downtown businesses (see list below), along with a Grand Prize Package at the end of the concert series.

📍 Downtown Maryville | 3rd Thursday | 5:30–7:30 PM
📍 Jack Greene Park | Levitt AMP Concert | 7:00–9:00 PM
🎵 FREE Admission

We'll see you tonight!

Downtown Maryville Alliance
Blount Partnership
Levitt Family Foundation
Dandy Lions Gifts
Gallaher Plastic Surgery & Spa MD
Subs & Such
The Village Tinker
Wells Tavern
Bebe salon + boutique
Daisy's NA Bar & Bottle Shop
Amburn’s Market
Andy's Frozen Custard

06/12/2026

📣 NEW BLOG POST 📣

Money reveals more than what's in our bank account.

It reveals what we fear, what we value, what we pursue, what we avoid, and ultimately what we trust.

Many of us know the "right" financial habits:
✔️ Save consistently
✔️ Avoid unnecessary debt
✔️ Work hard
✔️ Be responsible

But there's a deeper question worth asking:

"Is All This Worth It?"

In our latest blog, Alex Willard reflects on a question that challenged his own perspective on money, success, and purpose.

Read the full blog post ➡️ https://tinyurl.com/LWMBlogPost-IsAllThisWorthIt

06/08/2026

What a way to kick off the 2026 Levitt AMP Maryville Music Series!

Thank you to The Young Fables for helping us start the summer with an incredible night of music, community, and fun.

Missed last week's concert? Don't worry - we'll see you this Thursday for another great evening!

Join us each Thursday night throughout the summer for free live music, food vendors, family activities, and a chance to experience the power of community through music.

📍 Charles West Ampitheater | Maryville, TN
🎵 Free Admission
☀️ Every Thursday Night This Summer (June-July)

06/05/2026

Shout out to GoTeez Clothing Co. for bringing LIVE Printing to the stage last night - they do incredible work and are wonderful supporters of the Blount County and surrounding communities. We look forward to the next 8 weeks in Downtown Maryville with the best community!

Downtown Maryville Alliance

06/03/2026

📣May E-Newsletter: Why Your "Why" Matters📣

What are your decisions building?

Legacy isn't something that appears someday in the future. It's being built right now through the choices we make, the priorities we set, and the habits we practice each day.

In our May newsletter, we explore:
🔹 Why your "why" matters when navigating life's biggest decisions
🔹 How Purpose-Built Planning helps align financial decisions with what matters most
🔹 Practical ways to build financial resilience when life throws curveballs
🔹 Recent economic trends and what they may mean for investors
🔹 Exciting updates from LeConte Wealth, including the Levitt Family Foundation Maryville Music Series and the addition of Zachary Waterer as Chief Practice Manager

Visit LeConteWealth.com to learn more about Purpose-Built Planning and how intentional decisions can create lasting progress.

Read the full newsletter ➡️ https://tinyurl.com/LWMNewsletter-May

🔗 Want it in your inbox next time? DM us your name & email or check out past issues here: https://lecontewealth.com/blog-faq/

06/02/2026

📣 NEW BLOG POST 📣

What keeps you moving forward when the path ahead is uncertain?

Nearly 200 years ago, explorer Jedediah Smith crossed unknown territory with a clear purpose guiding his decisions. Along the way, he didn't just find a path for himself - he helped create one that others could follow.

Today, most of us aren't crossing the Rockies, but we still face major life decisions that require the same two things:

- A clear "why"
- A trustworthy "how"

Whether you're planning for retirement, changing careers, relocating your family, or pursuing a long-term goal, knowing what matters most is only part of the equation. Turning that vision into reality requires a path forward.

Read the full blog post ➡️https://tinyurl.com/LWMBlogPost-KnowWhy

05/22/2026

📣 NEW BLOG POST 📣

Life will throw curveballs. The question is whether you’ll be ready for them.

As a dad, baseball coach, and financial adviser, I’ve learned that the families who weather life’s toughest moments usually aren’t the luckiest - they’re the most prepared.

Unexpected medical issues. Job loss. Market downturns. Emergencies rarely send a warning before they arrive.

In this latest blog post, I share:
⚾ Why preparation matters more than prediction
⚾ The 3 pillars of “curveball-proofing” your financial life
⚾ How emergency savings, intentional investing, and updated legal documents can create peace of mind when life gets hard

The goal isn’t to live in fear. It’s to build a plan strong enough that when life changes suddenly, you can stay in the game.

Read the full post here: https://tinyurl.com/LWMBlogPost-LifesCurveballs

05/19/2026

🎉 Special Announcement 🎉

We’re excited to announce Zachary Waterer as Chief Practice Manager at LeConte Wealth!

Zachary brings a thoughtful, systems-minded approach to leadership - grounded in humility, curiosity, and a commitment to continuous improvement. Inspired by the philosophy “Ancora imparo” (“Yet I am still learning”), he leads with a people-first mindset focused on building strong teams, scalable systems, and operational excellence in service of both clients and colleagues.

In his role, Zachary partners closely with firm leadership to strengthen the operational foundation of the practice, enhance internal processes, and integrate technology solutions that support consistency, accountability, and long-term growth.

We’re grateful to have Zachary in this leadership role and excited for what’s ahead.

Join us in congratulating Zachary!

For more information, click the link here: https://bit.ly/LWMBlogPost-ZacharyWaterer

Blount Partnership
Downtown Maryville Alliance
Daily Times

05/07/2026

We’re proud to serve as the presenting sponsor of the 2026 Levitt AMP Maryville Music Series - bringing free live music, community connection, and unforgettable Thursday nights to the heart of our city.

We hope to see you there!

🎵 Summer sounds good in Downtown Maryville!

The Levitt AMP Maryville Music Series presented by LeConte Wealth is coming to the Theater in the Park this summer with FREE live music every Thursday from June 4 through July 30 from 7-9 pm. Bring your lawn chairs, gather your friends and family, and enjoy an incredible season of music under the stars right here in our community. 🌟

🎤 2026 Lineup:
• June 4 – The Young Fables
• June 11 – Slap Dragon
• June 18 – Sensational Barnes Brothers
• June 25 – Milk Man & The Big Band
• July 2 – Darrell Scott
• July 9 – Chatham County Line
• July 16 – Cedric Burnside
• July 23 – J & The Causeways
• July 30 – Wyatt Ellis

Make plans now to spend your Thursdays this summer enjoying great music, local community spirit, and unforgettable evenings at the amphitheater! 🎸 For more information on the 2026 line-up and how to get involved, visit maryvillemusic.com

The Levitt AMP Maryville Music Series is promoted in partnership with the Downtown Maryville Alliance, the Blount Partnership, Clayton Center for the Arts, and the Maryville City Government. The Series is supported in part by the Levitt Family Foundation, which partners with changemakers and nonprofits to strengthen the social fabric of communities in America through free, live music in outdoor public spaces. In 2026, the Levitt Family Foundation is supporting over 900 free concerts in 90+ towns and cities across the country, bringing joy to over a million people. www.levitt.org.

04/27/2026

📣 NEW BLOG POST 📣

Retirement accounts were once simple: save, grow, and pass it on with little restrictions. But the rules have changed and so has the strategy.

With the introduction of the SECURE Act, inherited IRAs now come with a 10-year clock for most beneficiaries. That shift may not sound dramatic, but it can create real tax consequences, especially for heirs in their peak earning years. Without a plan, a meaningful portion of what you’ve built could be lost to taxes.

The good news? There are ways to be intentional.

Read more here ➡️ https://bit.ly/LWMBlogPost-InheritingIRAs