Jhakiri Brooks, Financial Advisor

Genesis 39:3

I wouldn’t call it a rebrand, just a change in season. This season is, “I no longer walk alone.”

This looks like deeper community.

Stronger partnerships.

And building something that lasts beyond just me.
The work doesn’t change, but the way I move does.

More connected. More aligned. More intentional.
Let’s build.

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Born in NC, adolescence through adulthood in the Bronx...

SO I GET TO BRAG A LITTLE BIT TODAY!!!!

They said Jalen Brunson was too small…
Too limited… not built to lead at the highest level.

They questioned K’Andre Miller… labeled him…
Doubted if he could rise above the noise and adversity.
But look at them now.

💙The New York Knicks🧡.
❤️The Carolina Hurricanes🖤.

Two teams that embraced the grind, ignored the chatter, and changed the narrative.
Because success isn’t determined by early opinions, it’s built through consistency, resilience, and belief.

They didn’t wait for validation.
They didn’t let criticism define them.

They stayed focused on the mission.
And now? They’re shifting culture and bringing championships back to their cities.

That’s the power of faith and focus.

In sports, in business, in life you’ll hear doubts. You’ll face labels. You’ll be overlooked.

But with a clear vision, unwavering discipline, and faith in your path anything is possible.

I’m looking forward to joining 92.1 Choice FM’s 500 Fathers Father’s Day Walk-A-Thon in Raleigh — a powerful initiative bringing fathers and families together around connection, growth, and community.

While I’ll be speaking on investing, financial literacy, and how dads can take intentional steps to build long-term security, I want to emphasize this:

This is more than a panel — it’s an experience.

If you’re a father, mentor, son, or someone who values strong family foundations, I encourage you to come out and be part of the entire day:
Walk together
Learn together
Grow together
Bring your circle and invite another family to join you. These are the moments that strengthen communities for the long haul.

For full details, follow and check out the event here: http://spr.ly/6186B8Fn8G

Let’s make Father’s Day weekend meaningful — not just celebrated, but experienced.

Memorial Day is the "unofficial" start to summer. We all know what that means—summer spending is here.

Whether it’s dinners out, travel, or activities for the family, the temptation to overspend is real.

Here’s the framework our associates live by:

1. Be so aware of your fixed expenses, that you can write it on the back of a napkin.
Your rent, utilities, and household essentials aren’t negotiable—so start there. Clarity here removes stress and guesswork.

2. Set a realistic savings goal.
Not a perfect number—a sustainable one. Life happens. Your savings plan should be flexible enough that you can catch up if you fall behind.

3. Understand your pleasures vs. conveniences. (This carries the heaviest weight of the 3.)
Everything we spend money on isn’t equal.

Pleasures are the things that truly bring us joy—experiences, memories, moments with people we care about.
Conveniences are the things we spend on simply because of accessibility.

When you can clearly distinguish the two, you stop cutting the things that matter—and start being more intentional about the things that don’t.

You deserve to enjoy your life today while still preparing for tomorrow.

What is worth your time and money?

Luke 10:2 - The harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few.

I told myself, I'd move home and submerge into the community.

Our team celebrated with 100 Black Men Triangle East last weekend. Many people don't recognize the importance of Gala events. They aren't solely a party. It is a celebration of community, individual, and cultural success.

Thank you to all nonprofit organizations, professional groups, and business owners who have helped me rebuild since I've relocated home to North Carolina.

I woke up this morning thinking about the amount of fun we had last summer at Chicago's Navy Pier. It's about time we prepare for our 2026 summer trip as well.

Families and professionals I work with often see spikes around holidays, graduations, weddings, and summer activities.

Seasonal spending isn’t a personality flaw; it’s a natural response to life’s rhythms. That’s why we treat finances like physical health: semi-annual & even quarterly check‑ins.

Our team focuses on cash flow, not just wealth accumulation. We take on the daunting task of reviewing recent bank activity (3–6 months) to identify patterns and build realistic spending buffers.

It may sound like a challenge, but our team makes it as simple as setting achievable, earmarked goals at the start of the year. From there, we build & review seasonal sinking funds for predictable events.

When you have a foundation, you can spend with confidence.

If you’d like help mapping seasonal expenses into a plan that preserves your goals and peace of mind, let’s talk.