Greater Than Financial is built on the belief that financial planning is about more than numbers it’s about creating a life that feels complete and intentional. Founded by Wakefield Hare in Maryville, Missouri, our firm blends deep technical expertise with genuine human understanding. With over 12 years in investment management and financial planning, and more than 15 years guiding families through Young Life, Wakefield brings a rare combination of precision and empathy to every client relationship. As a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ Professional and an active member of the XY Planning Network and NAPFA, he ensures every strategy is grounded in integrity, clarity, and long-term vision.

Our approach at Greater Than Financial is centered on helping families discover the full potential of their resources money, time, skills, and energy. We believe that most people have everything they need for a rich and fulfilling life, yet many feel something is missing. By applying smart, actionable financial principles, we help clients turn what-ifs into tangible results and transform wasted potential into meaningful living. Wakefield and his team are dedicated to providing accurate, timely guidance that makes financial decisions simple, empowering families to live more intentionally and fully. Life, when planned well, can be greater than you ever imagined, and that is the mission we pursue every day.