Understanding Today’s Financial Environment
Welcome, I’m Mike Patton, a financial professional in Bluefield, WV. We understand that individuals face unique challenges as they prepare for retirement. We can help take the mystery out of preparing for today and tomorrow. Whether you goal is saving for retirement, college savings, or estate strategy, our personalized service focuses your needs, wants, and financial goals and objectives.
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Helpful Content
The Business Cycle
How will you weather the ups and downs of the business cycle?
Financially Savvy at Six Figures
Help your clients with these practical steps to make the most of their six-figure income.
Your Social Security Roadmap
Help clients navigate their Social Security claiming decisions with our interactive roadmap.
Preparing for the Expected
You can plan ahead to protect yourself and your family against the financial consequences of deteriorating health.
Four Steps to Valuing an Estate
Determining the value of your estate, or for someone who has passed away, can be a complex undertaking.
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.
The Cost of Medical Care
Learn about the risks of not having health insurance in this informative article.
To Catch a Thief
Having your identity stolen may result in financial loss plus the cost of trying to restore your good name.
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Inflation & Retirement
See how inflation over time could affect the purchasing power of your retirement income.
How Long Will My Savings Last If I Become Disabled?
See how long your current savings might last if a disability interrupted your income.
Estimate Your RMD
Calculate your required minimum distribution amount based on your account balance and age.
Simple 401k
See how increasing your 401(k) contributions today could affect your balance at retirement.
Assess Your Life Insurance Needs
Estimate how much life insurance coverage may be appropriate for your situation.
College Savings
See how much you may need to save now to cover future college costs for your child.
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Choosing a Mortgage
Selecting a mortgage isn't an easy process. Get a better understanding of how professionals make the right decisions.
Inflation and Your Portfolio
Even low inflation rates can pose a threat to investment returns.
Making Your Tax Bracket Work
Have you explored all your options when it comes to managing your taxable income?
It Was the Best of Times, It Was the Worst of Times
All about how missing the best market days (or the worst!) might affect your portfolio.
What You Need to Know About Social Security
Every so often, you'll hear about Social Security benefits running out. But is there truth to the fears, or is it all hype?
Jane Bond: Scaling the Ladder
Agent Jane Bond is on the case, uncovering the mystery of bond laddering.