Our Team
At Safe Harbor Wealth, we believe you deserve to live the retirement of your dreams. That’s why we’ve dedicated our lives to helping clients design and implement successful financial strategies to reach their goals. If you’re looking for a team to guide you at every step on your retirement journey, we’re here to help.
Gary Knode President
As a former Russian linguist for U.S. Army Intelligence and proud North Central University alumnus, my journey into financial services and retirement planning was born from personal loss and hard lessons. When my father passed away at just 58, I discovered he had no life insurance, no retirement plan, and a financial advisor who had mismanaged his investments. Even more heartbreaking, there was no clear path forward for my mother.
This experience left me with a deep conviction: there had to be a better way.
Driven by a passion for helping others and solving complex problems, I found my purpose in financial services. I set out to become the kind of advisor I wish my family had—someone who always acts in their clients’ best interests. That commitment led me to earn the Certified Financial Fiduciary designation and a Series 65 securities license, reinforcing my obligation to uphold the highest standard of care.
Today, I lead a team of five agents/advisors, serving clients throughout South Carolina and beyond. Our mission is to empower families to protect their legacies and retire with confidence. I’ve been honored to be featured in several publications and am currently writing a book on retirement financial planning—a project and subject I’m deeply passionate about.
Helping clients achieve peace of mind and a fulfilling retirement isn’t just my job—it’s my calling. And I truly can’t imagine doing anything else.
COMPLIMENTARY EBOOK: What Financial Challenges Will You Face?
The world of retirement is changing — especially how we fund it. Many find themselves questioning when, or if, they will be able to retire. Our free, 8-page guide will help you get a head start on your retirement planning by showing you:
How an experienced financial professional can address your “what-ifs” about retirement — and then help you figure out how to address them.
How the average person spent $146 a year on health care in 1960 compared to the average cost today.
How to ask the right questions about retirement, including: How do I make my money last?
Download your free retirement guide now and take the first step toward taking control of your financial future.
READ MORE ABOUT Our Services Below
We’re independent, so we can help you develop your custom financial strategy from a wide array of products, services and approaches. We can help meet your specific financial needs, no matter how close you are to retirement.
IRA Legacy
Planning
Tax-Efficient
Strategies
Wealth
Management
Retirement
Income Strategies
Asset Protection
Strategies
IRA/401(k)
Rollovers
Investments
Annuities
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