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Mark J. Bodnar, Retirement Planning Specialist

A TRUSTED PROFESSIONAL WHO LISTENS


  • 1981 Economics Degree- University of Michigan
  • 1983 Masters of Business Administration- University of Michigan
  • 1986 CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP)*- College of Financial Planning
  • 1993 Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU) - The American College
  • 1997 Chartered Financial Consultant (CHFC)- The American College
  • Wharton certificate in Retirement Planning

 

*CFP and CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER are certification marks owned by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. These marks are awarded to individuals who successfully complete the CFP Board's initial and ongoing certification requirements.

Certificate awarded based on completion of a training program at the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania.

Newsletters

HOT TOPIC: Why Global Investors Are Worried About European Debt

European officials are working on a bailout deal to help debt-laden Greece avoid default, but some are worried a broader eurozone financial crisis may be waiting in the wings. How likely is a Greek sovereign debt default, and how could it affect European and U.S. financial markets?

Retirement Plans for Small Businesses

With standard 401(k) plans, the amount a company's owners can contribute to their own retirement account is often restricted by how much other employees contribute to the plan. With the safe harbor option, owners may be able to make larger contributions for themselves in exchange for making tax-deductible contributions or "matches" for employees.

Earning Income from Mutual Funds

More than half of working Americans are concerned that they may not have enough money to live comfortably during retirement. Although mutual funds are often thought of as a tool to build savings, they can also be used to generate income. This article examines the potential income benefits of bond funds, equity or stock income funds, and hybrid funds.

Federal Estate Tax Is Much Lower — For Now

The federal estate tax was repealed in 2010, then reinstated by the 2010 Tax Relief Act with new provisions for 2011 and 2012. This article discusses the temporary provisions, the options for estates of 2010 decedents, and potential changes in future years that could subject many more estates to the federal estate tax than under current law.

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Contact Info

Phone: 513-762-7766

Mark.Bodnar @axa-advisors.com

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