MEET THE FOUNDER & CEO
Taylor McKinney
Licensed Insurance Agent
Taylor specializes in life insurance, mortgage protection, and retirement income planning for individuals and families at every stage — from buying their first home to protecting what they've built for decades.
Built on the conviction that people who need protection most often don't know they have gaps, Taylor brings patience and clarity to every conversation. The goal isn't just to sell a policy — it's to ensure you understand exactly how it works when you need it most.
Currently serving clients locally in Alabama through in-person and remote consultations, and nationwide remotely across California, Michigan, and Ohio.
"I don't consider a conversation successful unless the person across from me truly understands what they're signing up for."
Licenses & Credentials
License Type
Life & Health
Service Model
In Person & Remote
Consultation Fee
Always Free
Licensed States
AL (Resident), CA, MI, OH
MY STORY
Why I do this work
It started with a family member's serious diagnosis and watching how quickly a health crisis changed everything.
Their insurance did what it was designed to do. The problem was that nothing else was prepared for what came next. The mortgage. The lost income. The long-term financial impact created challenges nobody had planned for.
That's when I realized retirement planning isn't just about investments or insurance, it's about making sure all the pieces work together when life doesn't go according to plan.
CAREER TIMELINE
The Beginning
A family health crisis changes everything.
Licensed
Life & Health license obtained. Appointed with multiple carriers across life, mortgage protection, and income products.
Hawthorne Legacy Group
Built a practice around complete plans, protecting families from their first home to their last dollar.
Today
Serving clients in-person and remotely.
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
Rooted in the community we serve
Family Outreach
Local events and community workshops for families navigating financial protection decisions.
Free Workshops
"Protecting Your Family" and "Retirement Income 101" sessions. Education with no pitch attached.
Family First
Every plan is built with the whole family in mind, not just the person signing the paperwork.
The principles behind every conversation
01
Education Before Everything
Clarity is the foundation of a strong plan. You'll always know exactly how your coverage works, what it costs, and why it fits your life.
02
Relationship Over Transaction
Our work doesn't end when a policy is signed. We're here for the long haul — to answer questions, adjust plans, and be a steady resource as your needs evolve.
03
Complete Plans, Not Partial Ones
A good plan leaves no gaps. We look at the full picture — your family, your home, your income — to make sure you're protected from every angle.
04
Honesty, Always
If your current coverage is already the best fit for you, we will tell you. Our recommendations are driven by what serves your interests, never ours.
READY TO TALK?
Let's find out if your retirement plan is truly complete.
Don't leave your family's future to chance. Get the clarity and confidence you deserve with a comprehensive review of your coverage and income protection strategy.
Preserving your legacy at every stage, from your first home to your last dollar. Complete protection, with education at its core.
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