Understanding Today’s Financial Environment
Welcome, I’m Mark Militello, a financial professional in Corpus Christi, TX. I understand that each individual faces unique financial challenges I can help take the mystery out of saving for retirement or putting money away for a special purpose. My personalized service focuses on your needs, wants, and financial goals.
I look forward to working with you through all stages of your life. You can reach me at (361) 882-3221.
Helpful Content
Inflation & Your Money
It's important to understand how inflation is reported and how it can affect investments.
Putting a Price Tag On Your Health
Being healthy not only makes you feel good, it may also help you financially.
Choices for Your 401(k) at a Former Employer
Individuals have three basic choices with the 401(k) account they accrued at a previous employer.
Term vs. Permanent Life Insurance
When considering life insurance, it's important to understand your options.
Insuring Your Business Against Cyber Liability
90% of small businesses in the U.S. don't protect their data from cyber attacks. Is your business at risk?
A Cheat Sheet for Sending Your Kid to College
Dropping off your son or daughter is loaded with emotions; here are a few tips for a smoother experience.
Weighing the Benefits of Prepaid Debit Cards
It's important to understand the pros and cons when considering a prepaid debit card.
Is a SEP-IRA Right for Your Business?
For some, the idea of establishing a retirement strategy evokes worries about complicated reporting and administration.
Will Power
Preparing for the eventual distribution of your assets may not sound enticing. But a will puts the power in your hands.
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My Retirement Savings
Estimate how long your retirement savings may last using various monthly cash flow rates.
Potential Income from an IRA
Estimate your monthly and annual income from various IRA types.
Should I Pay Off Debt or Invest?
This calculator will help determine whether you should invest funds or pay down debt.
Can I Refinance My Mortgage?
This calculator can help determine whether it makes sense to refinance your mortgage.
Social Security Taxes
Estimate how much of your Social Security benefit may be considered taxable.
Capital Gains Tax Estimator
Use this calculator to estimate your capital gains tax.
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Retirement Plan Distributions
There are a number of ways to withdraw money from a qualified retirement plan.
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Keeping Up with the Joneses
Lifestyle inflation can be the enemy of wealth building. What could happen if you invested instead of buying more stuff?
The Fed and How It Got That Way
Here is a quick history of the Federal Reserve and an overview of what it does.
Investments
You’ve made investments your whole life. Work with us to help make the most of them.
Tuning Your Social Security Benefit
When should you take your Social Security benefit?
An Arm and a Leg
A visit to the hospital can be painful, for both your body and your wallet. Don’t let it be more painful than it has to be.
The Cycle of Investing
Understanding the cycle of investing may help you avoid easy pitfalls.