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
Insuring Your Second Home
There are unique risks of owning a second home and obtaining the proper coverage may protect you from financial risk.
Retirement Strategy After a Job Loss
Job loss can shake both finances and confidence, reassessing your retirement strategy is key to moving forward with clarity.
Split Annuity Strategy
Here's one strategy that combines two different annuities to generate income and rebuild principal.
Weighing the Benefits of Prepaid Debit Cards
It's important to understand the pros and cons when considering a prepaid debit card.
What Is a 1035 Exchange?
1035 exchanges provide a way to trade-in an annuity contract or life insurance policy without triggering a tax liability.
A Living Trust Primer
Living trusts are popular, but their appropriateness will depend upon your individual needs and objectives.
Replacing Your Medicare Card
Learn how to replace your lost, stolen, or damaged Medicare card in this helpful article.
The Business Cycle
Understanding the economy's cycles can help put current business conditions in better perspective.
Data Breach: Your Security To-Do List
This article provides a checklist of steps to take if you experience a data breach.
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Debt-to-Income Ratio Calculator
Calculate your debt-to-income ratio to understand how lenders may view your financial health.
How Long Will Your Money Last?
See how long a lump sum of savings could last based on your withdrawal rate and return.
Student Loan Payoff Calculator: Extra Payments Can Save You
See how extra payments toward your student loans could shorten your payoff timeline.
What's Your MPG?
Calculate your vehicle's fuel efficiency and see what you're spending on gas annually.
Monthly Budget
Track your monthly income and expenses to get a clearer view of your cash flow.
How Compound Interest Works
Explore how compound interest can grow your money over time with this interactive tool.
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Dog Bites and Homeowners Insurance
Reviewing coverage options is just one thing responsible pet parents can do to help look out for their dogs.
The Richest Man in Babylon
In good times and bad, consistently saving a percentage of your income is a sound financial practice.
Top 5 Things to Tell Your Financial Pro
Here are the top 5 things your team may want to hear.
The Latte Lie and Other Myths
Check out this video to begin separating fact from fiction.
Suddenly Single: 3 Steps to Take Now
Have you found yourself suddenly single? Here are 3 steps to take right now.
The Junk Drawer Approach to Investing
It's easy to let investments accumulate like old receipts in a junk drawer.