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2181 River Shoals Road
Mineral Wells , TX 76067

Michael Babbin

940-274-2004

 
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Your Financial Future

Today’s economic environment presents many challenges. But along with these challenges comes opportunities and potential rewards for those who can identify long-term trends. 

Whether you’re facing retirement—or looking to better understand certain investment ideas—we can help you address your most pressing money questions.

Our first priority is your overall financial success. We want to learn more about your personal situation, identify your dreams and goals, and understand your tolerance for risk. Long-term relationships that encourage open and honest communication have been the cornerstone of our foundation of success. 

Our site is filled with educational videos, articles, presentations, and calculators designed to help you learn more about the world of personal finance. As you search this website, feel free to send a note regarding any questions you may have about any particular investment concepts or products. We'll get back to you quickly with a thoughtful answer.

If you have an immediate need or desire a complimentary review, please call (940)274-2004 to schedule a meeting.

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Credit Card Payoff

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Simple 401k

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Social Security: The Elephant in the Room

Social Security: The Elephant in the Room

Some people wonder if Social Security will remain financially sound enough to pay the benefits they are owed.

 

Alternative Investments - Going Mainstream

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Split Annuity Strategy

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Your Social Security Roadmap

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Critical Estate Documents

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How Women Can Prepare For Retirement

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Long-Term-Care Needs

Estimate potential long-term care costs and what coverage may help address them.

How Can I Save a Million Dollars?

See what it takes in monthly contributions and time to reach a million-dollar savings goal.

What Rate Would I Need to Earn on My Savings?

Work backwards from your savings goal to find the rate of return you'd need to get there.

What Is the Dividend Yield?

Calculate the dividend yield of a holding and see what that means for income over time.

Estimate Your RMD

Calculate your required minimum distribution amount based on your account balance and age.

What Is My Net Worth?

Get a snapshot of your overall financial picture by calculating your total net worth.

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The Latte Lie and Other Myths

Check out this video to begin separating fact from fiction.

Acres of Diamonds

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Charitable Giving: Smart from the Heart

Do you have causes that you want to support with donations?

The Cycle of Investing

Understanding the cycle of investing may help you avoid easy pitfalls.

Bull and Bear Go To Market

Learn about the difference between bulls and bears—markets, that is!

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.

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