Mark Denk, Agent with New York Life

10/16/2026

The irony for many high earners isn't that they've ignored their finances—it's that they've been meticulous about everything except the source.
The investments are diversified. The estate plan is drafted. The insurance covers the house, the car, the valuables. But if their income stopped because of a covered disability event, how long would any of it hold?
That's the question many financial plans do not ask. It's worth finding out whether yours has an answer.
Schedule a quick income protection review to see where your plan stands.

Read about what individual disability insurance is, and how this private coverage from NYL can offer personal income protection in the event of a disability.

10/15/2026

Warren Buffett, Beyoncé, Jay-Z and Shaquille O’Neal have all shared their thoughts on inheritance—and their approaches may surprise you.

This Kiplinger article looks at how several well-known people think about passing wealth to the next generation, and raises an interesting question: What do you want the wealth you’ve built to do for the people you care about?

Check out the article here:

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If it gets you thinking about your own plans, send me a message.

10/14/2026

Inheritance can create tension between siblings. Financial therapists share practical ways parents and adult children can prevent conflict before it starts.

10/13/2026

Your income may fund everything. The home, the plan, the future you're building. And it's often the last thing people think to protect.
Many people with a solid financial plan may have covered almost everything—except the asset that may be behind all of it.
It's worth knowing whether the thing powering your plan is as protected as everything it pays for.
Schedule a quick income protection review to see where your plan stands.

Read about what individual disability insurance is, and how this private coverage from NYL can offer personal income protection in the event of a disability.

10/12/2026

As long-term care costs continue to rise, families may need to consider how care could affect savings, income, and support from loved ones. Starting the conversation early can make planning feel more manageable.
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10/09/2026

Gen X has had to adapt to a changing retirement landscape, with more responsibility for building their own financial future.

10/08/2026

One of the most overlooked pieces of an estate plan is insurance. But overlooking insurance can cause a bigger headache than you think.

10/07/2026

We're proud to be named to Barron's 100 Best Annuities list for 2026.

At New York Life, we're committed to making annuities easier to understand and easier to use, helping you navigate retirement with greater confidence. We're honored by this recognition and remain dedicated to providing solutions designed to help you build a secure financial future and protect what matters most.

Read Barron’s article: https://bit.ly/4hKTGKK

New York Life Annuities is honored to be named to Barron's 100 Best Annuities list for 2026. This recognition reflects our ongoing commitment to helping financial professionals make retirement planning easier for their clients through solutions, tools, and support designed to bring greater clarity a...

10/06/2026

Many retirement plans focus on income and investments, but healthcare and extended care expenses are often overlooked. These costs can have a meaningful impact on long-term financial security.

Planning ahead may help you prepare for future healthcare-related needs and provide greater confidence in retirement. Reach out if you’d like to discuss how extended care planning fits into your overall strategy.

10/05/2026

Many people hope to receive long-term care at home, but the cost of that care has been rising. This article looks at recent home care price trends and how they may affect older adults, family caregivers, and household budgets.
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