Kyle Whittington, CFP®

Kyle has been in the financial services business since 2006, joining Meld Financial in January 2007. Kyle was promoted to President of Meld Financial in 2021 and continues to service Meld’s individual clients with their investment portfolio needs. In addition, Kyle oversees Meld’s Investment Department, focusing on design and implementation of investment plans for clients. Kyle also maintains our investment platforms, including Meld’s mutual fund portfolios, bond ladders, and stock portfolios. View Kyle's LinkedIn Profile. Education: M.S. Human Environmental Sciences (Financial Planning), University of Alabama – 2006 B.S. Commerce and Business Administration (Finance), University of Alabama – 2005 CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ – 2009 Securities Licenses: Series 7, 24 and 66
The Meld Financial team
What Makes Meld Unique? Our Team Approach.

School of Financial Wellness

At Meld Financial, our team of professionals blends diverse specialties and perspectives to help our clients achieve success.

Year End Financial Checklist provided by MeldU represented by a series of checkboxes and a pen with MeldU Logo
Year-End Financial Checklist

School of Financial Wellness

This simple checklist covers the tasks that you need to complete at year-end to start the new year in a strong financial position.

A percentage symbol beside a down arrow signifying lower interest rates
How Could Lower Interest Rates Impact Your Retirement Plan?

School of Financial Wellness

The Fed has begun to reduce interest rates. These lower rates could have a significant impact on your retirement plan.

A piggy bank and stack of coins beside a sign that says “2025”
IRA Contribution Limits in 2025

School of Saving and Investing

The IRS recently announced tax year 2025 contribution limits for traditional and Roth IRAs as well as SIMPLE and SEP IRAs.

HSA contribution limits represented by a piggy bank and jar labeled "HSA"
HSA Contribution Limits In 2025

School of Saving and Investing

After an annual inflation adjustment, the amount you can contribute to a health savings account will increase for tax year 2025.

An open blue notebook with the words Roth 401k and Traditional 401k written at the top of each page, and a ‘+’ and ‘-‘ under each to give the impression that someone is making a list of pros and cons.
Choosing Between Roth and Traditional 401(k) Contributions

School of Saving and Investing

Designated Roth accounts are a popular choice for savers with 401(k) plans, but they aren’t right for every situation.

A man holding two icons – one check mark and one “x” – signifying a choice
Should You Rollover Your 401(k) At Retirement?

School of Saving and Investing

At retirement, you’ll need to decide whether to keep your savings in your 401(k) or roll them into an Individual Retirement Account.

The U.S. Capitol building symbolizing government policy
Monetary Vs. Fiscal Policy

School of Financial Wellness

Monetary and fiscal policy are two methods that the federal government and the Federal Reserve use to influence the economy.

Compound growth represented by plants growing from blocks that become progressively larger with an arrow tracking upward progress.
The Power of Compound Growth in Your Portfolio

School of Saving and Investing

Compounding returns is a powerful concept. By understanding this concept, you can leverage it to rapidly grow your savings.