One of Tennessee's Top Agents
Since 1984, Mark S. Mears has been successfully providing guidance and quality insurance products to his clients.
Mark concentrates his business career on retirement and estate planning for his clientele of high net-worth individuals, successful professionals, business owners, and retirees. His professional affiliations are membership in the National Association of Life Underwriters and Who's Who in Executives and Professionals.
As with most other things in life, the key to achieving your long-term financial objectives is planning. Your goal may be to fund your children's college education, protect your family during your working years, or guarantee your own retirement security. These things won't happen by accident. It's important to determine what you'd like to achieve financially and then map out a strategy that will help you meet those goals. The good news is that it's never too late to start.
Mark received his CLU(R) designation August 1, 2004. He has been listed in The Wall Street Journal as a member of the prestigious Million Dollar Round Table, which is recognized internationally as the standard of excellence in life insurance sales and service. Mark has the honor of being a lifetime member of the Million Dollar Round Table.
Our role is to educate and motivate clients and their advisors in addressing critical planning issues.
Please use our site as a resource, and do not hesitate to contact us for additional information or to schedule a meeting. Thank you for your interest.
Newsletters
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Why the EPA is Focusing on “Forever” Chemicals
In March 2023, the Environmental Protection Agency proposed the first federal limits for six types of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, or PFAS, in public drinking water.
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Trusts — Not Just for Estate Taxes
In the past, trusts were often used to avoid estate taxes, but that purpose has become less important for most people with current high exemption amounts. However, a properly constructed trust can serve many other purposes for families of more modest means.
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You’ve Received an Inheritance, Now What?
Receiving an inheritance might promote spending without planning, but it’s not wise to make hasty decisions. This article provides suggestions that could help manage an inheritance.
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HOT TOPIC: Rescuing America’s Safety Net
This article looks at the current fiscal outlook for the Social Security and Medicare programs and presents some potential changes that might help to strengthen them.
Calculators
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Impact of Inflation
Estimate the future cost of an item based on today’s prices and the rate of inflation you expect.
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Required Minimum Distributions
Estimate the annual required distribution from your traditional IRA or former employer's retirement plan after you turn age 73.
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Life Insurance
How much life insurance would you need to produce a sufficient income stream for your family?
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Savings Goals
How much do you need to save each year to meet your long-term financial goals?