About Us

Retirement Income. Predictability. Peace of Mind.

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Who we are

Hi, I’m Mark Battaline, President of Duquesne Financial Group.

We specialize in helping individuals and families create reliable, tax-efficient income strategies for retirement—with a strong focus on annuities as a core planning tool.

In today’s uncertain market environment, many investors are looking for something different: less volatility, more predictability, and a clear path to income they won’t outlive.

That’s where we come in.

Our Focus: Income You Can Count On

We design retirement strategies built around:

Our goal is simple:

Help you turn your savings into a dependable income stream—without unnecessary risk.

Why Annuities?

Annuities are often misunderstood—but when used correctly, they can play a powerful role in retirement planning. They can provide:
Protection from market downturns
Predictable, steady income
Tax-deferred growth
Income you can’t outlive
We help you determine if—and how—annuities fit into your overall financial picture, ensuring they are used strategically, not generically.

A Team-Based Strategy

While our core focus is retirement income, we recognize that true financial confidence requires coordination.

That’s why we collaborate with:

With over 30 years of experience, we bring together the right professionals to ensure your income plan aligns with your tax, estate, and legacy goals.

Our Values

Our Philosophy

At Duquesne Financial Group, everything starts with the client.

We take the time to:

There is no one-size-fits-all solution—especially in retirement.

Our Commitment

We believe retirement planning should answer one critical question:

“Will my income last as long as I do?”

Our mission is to help you confidently answer yes.

We look forward to helping you build a retirement income plan designed for stability, clarity, and long-term confidence.