Jim Rasberry from Laurel, Mississippi is a celebrity in his hometown. And, since his cousin Erin is the star of HGTV’s “Home Town,” he feels obligated to help Erin and Ben. For that, he deserves some attention.
This Jim Rasberry biography includes detailed information about his net worth, parents, and age. Meanwhile, we also mention information about his wife and two beautiful children. So, keep scrolling down.
Jim Rasberry Talks HGTV’s Hometown
HGTV’s “Home Town” has seen a list of celebrities come and go over the years. Now it’s time to shine a light on some of the family members who contributed to the show. Erin Napier’s cousin Jim Rasberry was seen helping Ben & Erin Napier on the HGTV show. His notable title is CBS Sunday Morning’s Biggest Fan.
And his dream came true when CBS Sunday Morning’s Ben and Erin interview was conducted right on his porch.
As of this writing, Jim has been a huge supporter of the HGTV show for 8 episodes.
Jim Rasberry’s Married Life
Jim Rasberry is married to his wife, Mallorie Rasberry, a star of the show “Home Town.” A Laurel native, Jim and his wife Mallorie exchanged wedding vows on August 15, 2009. On their 10th wedding anniversary in 2019, Mallorie wrote a lengthy post on her Instagram.
She wrote, “Happy 10th anniversary! @jobforjim I am so in awe of the life we have lived over the past 10 years. Over dinner last night we had the most amazing time reflecting on all the things that have happened since our wedding day and I started writing them down on the paper tablecloth… the trips we have taken, the places we have lived, the vehicles we have come and gone, the milestones we have made in our family and work, the people we have lost along the way… and our favorite: becoming parents and the excitement of having baby #2 (due in 2020!). :”
Mallorie ended the post, “The waiter probably thought I was crazy when I ripped off the paper tablecloth and put it in my bag at the end of the night… but I will cherish that list forever. I love you @jobforjim ♥️.”
They celebrated their 12th wedding anniversary in August 2021. The family currently resides in Laurel, Mississippi.
Mallorie does not appear in every episode. She appeared in one 2016 episode of Home Town and 8 episodes in (2017-2019) where she was acknowledged in the special thanks.
Regarding her work, Mallorie is the owner, VP of Purchasing at Laurel Mercantile & also works at AirBnB. She has been the Controller at Rasberry Producer Group since August 2011. Additionally, she has also served as Board Treasurer at Laurel Main Street since January 2015.
Mallorie holds a Master’s and Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from the University of Mississippi.
Additionally, Mallorie is Erin’s best friend, a very “homely” hostess who always helps her with DIY projects.
Additionally, Mallorie is also an avid cook. Her jambalaya recipe can be found in her cookbook sold on the Laurel Mercantile website. Her famous dish is also featured in The Family Recipes & Stories (Volume 1). Fans have raved about her cooking online and want the recipe.
Jim and Mallorie remain strong together. They have two children together, Lucy and Lottie. Lucy is the oldest born in August 2013 while they welcomed Charlotte James “Lottie” Rasberry on March 23, 2020. Lucy is currently in third grade.
What does Jim Rasberry do for a living?
Jim Rasberry is currently the president of Rasberry Financial Services. He writes on his LinkedIn bio, “I work with individuals and businesses to build solid financial strategies using 401(K), IRA, stocks, bonds, mutual funds, REITs, annuities, and life insurance.”
His company focuses primarily on Investments, Insurance, and Retirement. He shares on his YouTube videos, “Work with a financial advisor you know, like, and trust.” Additionally, Jim as president tries to engage with his clients in a non-business setting. He has also made several videos on his YouTube channel on investing, Using Science to Build Portfolio Risk, Economic Updates, and several others.
Raspberry Financial Services’ business website shares, “Jim Rasberry believes that you don’t need to know complicated financial terminology to manage your money. Knowing the difference between an index fund and a mutual fund — that’s his “It’s his job, not yours. He wants his clients to know they’re in good hands when they come into his office. He’ll help them through the money management process every step of the way, and when they leave, they’ll know he put them first because he’s an independent wealth manager and a fiduciary.”
“In addition to holding Series 6, 7, 63, 66 securities registrations and multiple state insurance licenses, Jim Rasberry has been named a “Leader in Finance” by the Mississippi Business Journal,” the website adds. “He is proud to be located in South Mississippi, and while his firm may be closer to Main Street than Wall Street, his advisors provide tools that help give you a financial strategy that is easy to understand, transparent, performance-focused, and built to weather any financial storm that may arise.”
Some of the other products and services the company offers include 401(k) Rollovers, 403(b) Planning, 529 College Savings Plans, Business Succession Planning, Estate Planning, Financial Planning, Investment Management, IRAs, IRA Conversions, Legacy Planning, Medicaid Planning, Retirement Income Planning, and Leveraged Planning for Small Business Owners, among others.
What is Jim Rasberry’s net worth?
With a thriving business as a financial advisor, Jim Rasberry has built a net worth of $1.5 million.
Jim Rasberry’s Age
Jim Rasberry was born in 1982, making him 39 years old as of February 2022. His birthday falls on October 6, the same day as TikTok star Addison Rae.
Jim Rasberry’s Parents
Jim Raspberry is the son of Danny Rasberry and Gay Rasberry.
Originally from Laurel, Mississippi, Danny attended Northeast Jones High School. He studied Political Science and History at Mississippi College. Jim’s father has been president of the Rasberry Producer Group since 1987.
Jim lost his grandmother Ouida Walters Rasberry on May 4, 2020 at the age of 97. Ouida enjoyed vegetable and flower gardening, fishing, quilting, and spending time outdoors enjoying God’s creations, her obituary stated. She was predeceased by her husband, James Rasberry.
Jim’s cousins include Clark (Amanda) Rasberry and Erin (Ben) Napier, who is a host.
Related FAQs
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How tall is Jim Rasberry?
Jim Rasberry stands at 6 feet tall.
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Is Jim Rasberry still living in Laurel, MS?
Jim Rasberry still lives in Laurel, Mississippi, according to his Facebook page. Erin revealed to Southern Living, “When we all came home from college—Mallorie and Jim Rasberry, Emily and Josh Nowell, Ben and I—we were the only ones living downtown. It was just us and the stray cats. For the six of us, all in our twenties, it was like a game: How can we make downtown Laurel come alive again?”
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Is Jim Rasberry on Instagram?
Jim Rasberry is present on multiple social media platforms. His Instagram account is (@jobforjim) while his Twitter account is (@jimraz), and you can find him on Facebook at (@jim.rasberry.5).