Mark Phillips | Modern Woodmen Financial Representative

Mark Phillips

FIC, LUTCF
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Mark Phillips

FIC, LUTCF

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Why I do what I do

Why I do what I do

I'm committed to service and giving back time, wealth and resources to my community. I use the best tools and resources available to educate people and help members create solutions to achieve their hopes, dreams and aspirations. I can help you build a comprehensive financial plan to outline your future and mitigate speed bumps along the way.

I serve members in…

Wisconsin, Arkansas, Arizona, Florida, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Montana, North Carolina, Ohio, South Carolina and Tennessee.

I enjoy working with…

families, small-business owners and people approaching retirement. I specialize in retirement strategies for individuals in the accumulation phase and those entering their retirement years. I can also help transfer assets in a tax-efficient manner to create a legacy.

I am very proud of…

qualifying for the Million Dollar Round Table, a premier association for financial professionals, for the last seven years. Each of those years, I also earned a spot in Modern Woodmen's President's Cabinet, ranking among the organization’s top 25 representatives.

Before Modern Woodmen, I…

worked for a local sheet metal shop, where I built and installed commercial kitchen equipment. The experience helped me understand the financial planning needs of small businesses and their owners.

I chose Modern Woodmen because…

I'm a big believer in tithing and have been blessed to work with an organization that shares the same principles and values of giving back.

The best part of my career is…

helping my members achieve their financial goals. Whether it's planning for retirement or creating a legacy for their families, I feel good seeing the impact planning makes in members' lives and the lives of people they love.

A favorite moment in my career was when…

I understood the importance of the plans I help design. I delivered my first death claim to a young mom who lost her husband; her children's father and the family's main source of income. We previously had a conversation about "What if?" The moment I saw her and told her it was going to be OK, I knew I had made an impact.

“I serve members throughout Wisconsin, including Lake Country, Hales Corners, Muskego, Milwaukee, and East Troy. Additionally, I extend my services to several other states!”

At home

At home

My life outside of work

My family includes…

Holi, my wonderful partner; our darling daughter, Madelyn; and Holi's energetic children Jake and Emma. In our bustling home, we also have two dogs, two cats, six chickens, a variety of fish species, and two majestic wild bald eagles.

In my free time, you can find me…

spending time with my family, working out at the gym, working on a car, working on my hobby farm, or sending good into the world.

My greatest blessing is…

my faith. We should live every day like it's our last. We can do all things through Christ!

My personal motto is…

Life isn't happening to you; it's happening for you. There are two ways to look at life: "It is what it is," or "It is what you make it."

In the community

In the community

My local community impact

I’m a member of…

the Delafield Chamber of Commerce, Wales Business Group and Mukwonago Chamber of Commerce.

It’s very important to me to support my community. My favorite Modern Woodmen programs are:

youth educational programs, Matching Fund projects to support local community organizations, and fraternal benefits for our members.

My favorite memory from a fraternal event is…

when my chapter did a Matching Fund project, Phillips Car and Bike Show, for a baby boy with hypoplastic left heart syndrome. We raised $7,500 for his medical bills. It was a fun-filled day looking at fantastic cars and bikes with our members.

Also…

Another favorite memory was when my chapter donated a ride on a firetruck to a young boy with congenital heart disease. The Northshore Fire Department picked him up outside his school and took him back to the station for a tour and dinner. There was even room for his two little brothers to ride along, and the firefighters sounded the sirens. Their smiles were amazing!

Current insights

For many of us, everything feels so uncertain right now. Worried about things that are out of our control. Trust me, I’ve been there. The world feels chaotic. Many of us want to stay in place. Wait to see what’s going to happen. However, over the years, I’ve seen this happen over and over again. Waiting for the right time to start. Here’s the thing. You’ll never find the “right time” to start. Something will always be happening. However, together we can work to come up with a financial plan to plan for the unexcepted. Moving towards the unexpected can be difficult. I get it. But if we stand in place, we’ll get left behind. Trust me, you got this. Interested in my services? Let’s chat! ---------------- First time seeing me? Hi! My name is Mark Phillips, and I've been proudly serving families, individuals, and businesses for 16 years! Want to learn more? Message me! #PersonalFinance #Finance #Retirement #FinancialPlan

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Dreaming about the warm weather right about now.... 💭💭 What events would you like to see us at this summer?? 🌞

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"I need to talk to my spouse first." Every advisor has heard this. When I first started, I would panic. Did I mess up? Is that a no? What do I do? Here’s the thing... It’s in the client's hands now. We shouldn't stress things we can't control. However, I’ve found that (usually) it’s not an objection. They need to talk it over with their significant other. Be on the same page. My wife wouldn’t like me making decisions without her... I don't blame clients for wanting to talk it over. Now, I handle the situation differently. 📌 Make sure that they understand what I told them. 📌 Suggest another meeting with them both. 📌 Address concerns their partner may have. 📌 Provide extra materials to look through. Friendly Reminder: Objection isn’t rejection! It’s an opportunity to build trust. -------------------- First time seeing me? Hi! My name is Mark Phillips, and I've been proudly serving families, individuals, and businesses for 16 years! Want to learn more? Message me! #Finance #FinancialRep #Career #GrowthMindset

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Q: What is net worth? A: Net worth is the difference between what you own and what you owe. It’s a snapshot of your overall financial health. • What you own = your assets (cash, savings, investments, property). • What you owe = your liabilities (loans, credit card debt, mortgage).

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