Brooke Elizabeth Nguyen, Agent with New York Life

06/15/2026

Starting July 1, millions of federal student loan holders will have two new ways to repay their debt. Here's what to know about the additional options.

06/15/2026

If you have $5 million saved for retirement, your RMDs will change every year. Find out exactly how much you must withdraw at ages 73, 75, 80 and 85.

06/15/2026

New York Fed President John Williams expressed concern Thursday about the Iran war's impact on the economy, saying it already has shown signs of hiking prices and slowing growth.

Williams noted that the conflict has "intensified the uncertainty" around national and local conditions.

06/15/2026

If you've made a large capital gain from selling a property and want to do a 1031 exchange, you might want to pause and consider how that will affect your portfolio in the long term.

If you're considering a 1031 exchange after making a large capital gain from selling a property, stop and ask how it will affect your portfolio in the long term.

06/13/2026

Is big tech ruining the quiet retirement dream? From soaring electric bills to relentless noise, here is the hidden toll data centers are leaving on local communities.

Is AI ruining the quiet retirement dream? From soaring electricity bills to relentless noise, here is the toll that data centers are taking on local communities.

06/13/2026

Many Gen Xers worry they haven't saved enough, but experts say there is still time to strengthen retirement finances.

06/11/2026

The master of comedy may have had a cynical view of life, but his philosophy can provide a blueprint for how retirees should live out their golden years.

06/11/2026

June is Annuity Awareness Month, a great time to rethink your retirement income strategy.

Retirement today can be active, fulfilling and longer than ever. A 65-year-old today could live 20 to 30 more years. That makes having a smart income strategy essential.

Retirement income solutions may help address goals such as:

• Cover essential expenses more predictably
• Worry less about outliving your savings
• Stay resilient through market shifts

Your retirement is unique. Your income strategy should be, too. Let's connect and build an income plan that fits your goals.

06/11/2026

June is Annuity Awareness Month — and a great time to revisit the power of compounding.

Think it's too late for compounding to make a difference? Think again.

Compounding means your money earns returns not just on your original investment, but also on the growth you've already accumulated. Even if you're in your 50s or 60s, time can still work in your favor.

Many people at this stage can contribute more consistently than earlier in their careers. A shorter time horizon can still support meaningful progress when contributions stay steady and earnings are reinvested.

Compounding helps build wealth over time. Certain annuities may help support asset preservation and retirement income goals. Let's talk about how these fit into your retirement strategy.

*Investments are subject to market risk including possible loss of principal.

06/04/2026

The article highlights how different withdrawal strategies may affect taxes during retirement.

Test your retirement tax knowledge with our short quiz.