Ayisha Henry, Financial Professional with New York Life Insurance Company

11/02/2026

Earned this pin for the month of October! Blessings 🙌🏽

11/02/2026

Not all retirement income is taxed the same way. Here’s a look at five common types of retirement income and how they may be treated for federal income tax purposes.

Thankfully, not all the money you receive in retirement is subject to federal income tax.

11/02/2026

Medicare expects stand-alone Part D premiums to rise by less than $1 in 2027 as it phases out temporary insurer subsidies.

11/02/2026

Future tax rates are impossible to predict, but even modest changes can affect how much retirement income you actually keep. Looking beyond account balances and considering after-tax income can provide a more complete view of retirement readiness.

If you'd like to discuss how changing tax rates could affect your retirement income and explore strategies that may help improve your long-term financial flexibility, let's connect.

11/02/2026

Year-end brings important financial deadlines and opportunities. Join New York Life’s Allen Hensley for a timely conversation about retirement income, required minimum distributions (RMDs), gifting for children and grandchildren, and other year-end financial and tax considerations to keep in mind as you plan ahead.

Get practical insights to help you plan for the year ahead—register today to reserve your spot.

Deadlines & Opportunities: Year-End Financial Decisions
Live online event
Date: Thursday, Nov. 19, 2026
Time: 3 pm ET | 2 pm CT | 1 pm MT | 12 pm PT | 11 am AKT | 10 am HT
Register to attend: https://bit.ly/4A6HKtd

Registration code: 266931

10/29/2026

Life changes. But sometimes beneficiary designations don’t change with it.

This Kiplinger article is a helpful reminder of why it is so important to periodically review the beneficiaries on your retirement accounts, life insurance policies, and other accounts to make sure they still reflect your wishes.

Check out the article here:

https://bit.ly/4zjJrDM

If you have questions about your own beneficiary choices, send me a message.

10/28/2026

A Roth conversion may create additional flexibility in retirement, but timing matters. Recent tax changes have prompted many individuals to take a fresh look at how Roth conversion strategies fit within their broader financial picture.

Every situation is different. If you're interested in exploring whether a Roth conversion strategy may benefit you, let's talk about the opportunities and considerations involved.

10/28/2026

Learn about the common mistakes made in filing the FAFSA and how to help avoid them.

I barely scratched the surface with my previous column about filling out the 2027-2028 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Here’s more from my interview with Mark Kantrowitz, financial aid expert and author of “How to Appeal for More College Financial Aid”: Q. What are some commo...

10/28/2026

Want to learn about a property tax benefit that may be available to eligible retirees who make charitable contributions? Here’s what you should know.

Want to save up to $1,500 on your property taxes? Here's how giving back can lower your bill in retirement.

10/28/2026

Inflation isn't always dramatic, but its effects can add up over time. Even modest inflation may gradually reduce the purchasing power of your retirement income, making it more important to plan for both today's needs and tomorrow's expenses
A strategy that balances income needs and growth potential may help support financial security throughout retirement. Let's talk about how inflation could affect your plan and what steps may help preserve purchasing power over the long term.