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Matthew McKinney

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Matthew McKinney
Financial Advisor
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FIC, BFA™
Part of the Lamplight Advisor Group practice
Tax Efficient Planning
Young Families
Retirement Planning
About Matt McKinney
About Matt McKinney

I’m a husband to my amazing wife, Mariah, and a proud father of two incredible girls, Corrie and Camryn. My first priority is to be a faithful follower of Christ, and that commitment shapes everything I do—including how I serve others. At Thrivent, I’ve found my calling in partnering with individuals and families to align their financial resources with their values. My mission is to help people live with confidence, generosity, and purpose, creating a legacy that reflects what matters most.

Education
Education

I graduated from Colorado Christian University in Denver with a bachelor’s degree in Communications—while earning an honorary degree in skiing, hiking, and camping along the way.

Life outside the office
Life outside the office

Outside of work, I love spending time with my family, playing golf and basketball, traveling, enjoying board and card games with friends, and soaking up the great outdoors.

Church Involvement
Church Involvement

You’ll often find me serving in Sunday school at The Naz, where I enjoy helping kids learn and grow in their faith.

Community Engagement
Community Engagement

I’ve spent several years leading with Young Life and now focus on supporting my kids—whether coaching or cheering them on in their activities.

Professional Designations

BFA® (Behavioral Financial Advisor):

As a Behavioral Financial Advisor (BFA®), I help individuals and families align their financial decisions with their long-term goals by addressing both the numbers and the emotions behind money. My approach combines comprehensive financial planning, retirement planning, and investment management with insights from behavioral finance—helping clients stay disciplined, avoid common mistakes, and navigate market volatility with confidence. This holistic approach supports long-term financial security and informed decision-making.


FIC (Fraternal Insurance Counselor):

As a Fraternal Insurance Counselor (FIC), I specialize in financial planning that integrates insurance planning, risk management, and wealth protection strategies. I work closely with individuals and families to develop personalized solutions that help protect income, support retirement goals, and provide financial security for future generations. With a strong foundation in ethical, values-based guidance, I focus on helping clients make confident decisions around life insurance, estate considerations, and long-term financial planning.

My qualifications
  • Fraternal Insurance Counselor
  • Behavioral Financial Advisor™
  • Series 7 - General Securities Representative
  • Securities Industry Essentials
My state licenses
  • Alaska
  • Arizona
  • Colorado
  • Florida
  • Idaho
  • Iowa
  • Maine
  • Minnesota
  • Montana
  • North Carolina
  • North Dakota
  • South Dakota
  • Texas
  • Virginia
  • Wisconsin
  • Wyoming

Insights

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🎄 Lamplight Advisor Group Christmas Challenge! 🎄 This holiday season, we’re lighting up lives in Otter Tail County—and we need YOUR help! 💡 Starting now, our office Christmas tree will be decorated with ornaments representing families and individuals in need. We’re challenging all our members to use available Action Teams and make a real difference! Here’s how you can help: 1️⃣ Stop by our office and pick out one (or more!) ornaments from the tree. 2️⃣ Shop for the gifts listed. 3️⃣ Wrap them with care and holiday cheer. 4️⃣ Return them to our office by December 10th so we can deliver them to those in need. 🎁 Urgency matters—many in our community are facing real challenges this season. Let’s come together and show what Lamplight Advisor Group is all about: compassion, action, and loving our neighbor. Need help applying for your Action Team to participate? We’ve got you covered! Just reach out—we’re here to help every step of the way. See you soon!
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We are here till 11! Make sure to stop by.
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Hey friends! My teammate Rena Simon and I would love to enjoy a cup of coffee and some great conversation at Brew Haven, the new coffee shop in Pelican Rapids! 📍 Where: Brew Haven, Pelican Rapids (25 N Broadway, Pelican Rapids, MN 56572) 📅 When: Between 8am-11am Whether you want to chat about finances, catch up, or just enjoy some good company, we’d love to see you there! Stop by, say hi, and let’s support this awesome new local spot together. Drop a comment if you can make it—we’d love to save you a seat! ☕👋
Office location
Fergus Falls Location
225 W Cavour Ave
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
Phone218-998-2723Hours
M – F: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Licensing is available through your State Insurance Department’s website, which can be located through the National Association of Insurance Commissioners website.

Thrivent and its financial advisors and professionals do not provide legal, accounting or tax advice. Consult your attorney or tax professional.

Thrivent financial advisors and professionals have general knowledge of the Social Security tenets. For complete details on your situation, contact the Social Security Administration.

Thrivent provides advice and guidance through its Financial Planning Framework that generally includes a review and analysis of a client’s financial situation. A client may choose to further their planning engagement with Thrivent through its Dedicated Planning Services (an investment advisory service) that results in written recommendations for a fee.

Designations
For additional information on professional designations and the requirements to earn them, visit https://www.thrivent.com/designations