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Meet Avonlea Financial Group

At Avonlea Financial Group, partners Katherine Gross and Gregory Sinatra have joined forces to create something truly special. They’ve assembled a team of specialists and offer guidance designed to deliver financial planning that’s not only efficient and thorough, but also warm and personal.

Together, Katherine and Greg bring more than 50 years of combined experience to the table. Their knowledge and dedication have allowed Avonlea Financial Group to expand its reach and make a meaningful, positive difference in the lives of clients.

"Two are better than one, because they have a good reward for their toil. For if they fall, one will lift up his fellow. But woe to him who is alone when he falls and has not another to lift him up"

Ecclesiastes 4: 9-10

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Certified Kingdom Advisors

As Certified Kingdom Advisors®, Katherine and Gregory integrate their Christian faith into their professional practice, enriching the financial guidance they offer. This distinctive approach empowers clients to align their financial decisions with biblical values, ensuring their financial journey reflects both wisdom and faith.

Navigating the financial industry while staying true to Christian beliefs and values can sometimes be challenging. That’s why becoming a Certified Kingdom Advisor® matters so deeply to Katherine and Greg. As part of this principled group of Christian financial professionals, they have been specifically trained to provide biblically wise financial advice for clients seeking to fully integrate their faith into every aspect of their financial lives.

Kingdom Advisors’ vision is to equip financial professionals with biblical financial wisdom and to build a trusted network of recognized, credible Christian advisors. At Avonlea Financial Group, Katherine and Greg proudly pursue this faith-and-work integration at the highest credentialed level in the financial planning world so they can help you achieve a financial future that honors both your goals and your faith.

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Katherine Gross
Katherine GrossWealth AdvisorChFC®, FIC, CKA®

I view money not as a goal, but as a tool: one that can afford you a life rich in meaning and gratitude. It is my belief that humanity thrives when individuals make the most of all they've been given. My calling is to help you do just that. The right guidance can help you get there. Driven by your goals and values, I'll draw on my three decades of industry expertise to help you map out a path to a more secure financial future.

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Gregory Sinatra
Gregory SinatraWealth AdvisorCFP®, CAP®, FIC, CKA®

My calling is to guide families to be the best stewards of all that God has entrusted and blessed them with. This journey can include providing comprehensive, financial guidance that reflects their goals and values. Whether it is helping them manage assets or protect their family, we partner to develop financial strategies that support the calling and stewardship that God has presented to them. Contact us today to align your financial journey with your values.

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Dawn Vlier Bush
Dawn Vlier BushFinancial Advisor

If you’re a busy professional or business owner raising a family and you want clarity without adding more to your plate, let’s talk. Whether you’re planning for your family, your business, or your future, I’m here to offer personalized financial guidance, retirement guidance, and a holistic financial picture so you feel supported every step of the way. I believe money is a tool to help you live with purpose, clarity, and confidence; let's build a plan that can adapt as your kids grow, your business changes, and your priorities evolve.

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Ready to connect?

We'd love to answer any questions you may have and start learning about your goals. We can meet however you're most comfortable—phone, virtual or in person.

Or call us directly: 352-505-8905

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* as of December 31, 2024

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Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards Center for Financial Planning, Inc. owns and licenses the certification marks CFP®, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®, and CFP® (with plaque design) in the United States to Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc., which authorizes individuals who successfully complete the organization's initial and ongoing certification requirements to use the certification marks.