About Us
Your Trusted Partner in Smart Retirement Planning
Helping You Retire with Ease
At Confidently Retired, our mission is to simplify retirement planning for everyone. We believe in clear, straightforward advice, tailored to your unique goals. We’re committed to helping you live your best life after work.
Our Mission
Your retirement, your way
We started
Confidently Retired with one simple goal: to make retirement planning accessible and easy for everyone. With over 15 years of experience, we’ve helped countless clients turn their dreams into actionable plans. Our approach is personal, not one-size-fits-all. Your retirement is unique, and we believe your plan should be, too.
Jarrod Null, M.S., CFP®, ABFP®, CRFP®
CEO & Retirement Planner
A proven source of financial wisdom and champion for secure retirements, Jarrod Null is more than a financial advisor; he's a trusted professional guiding the paths of countless families in East Texas and beyond. Since 2007, Jarrod has become a specialist in his industry, marked by his CFP®, CRPC®, ABFP™ designations, and a Master of Science in Personal Financial Planning.
In 2024, Jarrod founded Confidently Retired Financial Planning, a firm dedicated to helping individuals and families create secure, purpose-driven retirement plans with clarity and confidence.
Jarrod's personal journey began in Corsicana, Texas, where he cultivated his roots on the family farm. After college, he settled in Nacogdoches County and is raising his own family there. He and his wife Laura are proud parents to three wonderful children-Halle, Caleb, and Audrey. Their shared passions include baseball, basketball, snow skiing, hunting, fishing, fitness, and a love for the outdoors.
He is known in his community as a trusted financial counselor, devoted family man, supporter of education and local youth sports, and a member of Grace Bible Church.
Laura Null serves as Chief Operating Officer, bringing more than a decade of experience in the financial planning industry to her leadership role. She began her career in the industry in 2011 and has since been instrumental in supporting both clients and operational functions. Her background in retail, banking, and travel planning has shaped her commitment to delivering excellent service and operational efficiency.
As COO, Laura oversees the firm's day-to-day operations, manages key administrative functions, and ensures that clients receive consistent, high-quality support. In addition to her leadership responsibilities, she remains actively involved in account service requests, new account setup, and maintaining clear communication throughout the client experience.
A native of Nacogdoches, Laura earned her business degree from Stephen F. Austin State University in 2008. She takes pride in fostering strong client relationships and maintaining a standard of excellence in every aspect of the firm's operations.

Laura Null
Chief Operating Officer