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
Asset Allocation
Consider how your assets are allocated and if that allocation is consistent with your time frame and risk tolerance.
The Anatomy of an Index
The S&P 500 represents a large portion of the value of the U.S. equity market, it may be worth understanding.
A Brief Guide To Condo Insurance
Important items to consider when purchasing condo insurance.
Keeping Summer Safe: Pool and Spa Safety Tips
Each year hundreds of children die or are injured in pool accidents. By taking seven steps, you can keep your pool safe.
Women and Financial Strategies
Most women don’t shy away from the day-to-day financial decisions, but some may be leaving their future to chance.
Term vs. Permanent Life Insurance
When considering life insurance, it's important to understand your options.
How to Read Your Credit Report
Solve a mystery while learning how important your credit report is with this story-driven interactive.
Understanding Equity Compensation
Net Unrealized Appreciation and how it affects tax responsibilities.
Changing Unhealthy Behaviors
Five phases to changing unhealthy behaviors.
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How Long Will Your Money Last?
See how long a lump sum of savings could last based on your withdrawal rate and return.
Monthly Budget
Track your monthly income and expenses to get a clearer view of your cash flow.
Inflation & Retirement
See how inflation over time could affect the purchasing power of your retirement income.
Simple 401k
See how increasing your 401(k) contributions today could affect your balance at retirement.
Bi-Weekly Mortgage Payments
See how switching to bi-weekly mortgage payments could reduce interest and shorten your loan.
Social Security Tax Estimator
Estimate how much of your Social Security benefit may be subject to federal income tax.
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Behavioral Finance
An amusing and whimsical look at behavioral finance best practices for investors.
Your DNA Test
A Detailed Needs Analysis (DNA) can be a simple way to care for loved ones, no matter what the future may hold.
Risk Tolerance: What’s Your Style?
Learn about what risk tolerance really means in this helpful and insightful video.
Social Security: By the Numbers
Here are five facts about Social Security that might surprise you.
Bridging the Confidence Gap
In the world of finance, the effects of the "confidence gap" can be especially apparent.
Jane Bond: Infiltrating the Market
Agent Jane Bond is on the case, cracking the code on bonds.