Stu Lankford, Financial Services Professional with Nylife Securities LLC

06/15/2026

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

How does New York Life Insurance Company manage the strength behind whole life insurance?

In this Q&A, our Chief Investment Officer shares how disciplined investment strategy helps support long-term commitments, stable values, and the opportunity for dividends.

Read the Q&A with Craig Sabal here:

https://nyl.co/4xpXBT9

06/12/2026

Alright network, fun times tomorrow at Azle High School for our annual Optimist Club Car Show!!

Great cars, great food (Bene's Grazin' Goodies!!), and great times!!

Come for a visit, or come and stay for the show!!

06/12/2026

If you own a business, your estate plan has to do more than list who gets what. It needs to protect the company you’ve built, keep operations running smoothly if something happens to you, and give your family clarity instead of chaos. This article describes how the right trust can support privacy, continuity, and long-term planning for business owners. If you would like to explore how a trust can support your succession goals or safeguard your business for the future, let’s get together and walk through your options.

06/11/2026

Between vacations, camps, and all the little extras that come with summer, it's easy to lose track of where the money is going—especially when you're the only one keeping an eye on it.

I came across this genuinely useful roundup of the best budgeting apps for families. It breaks down which ones let multiple people share access, set goals together, and keep kids in the loop too.

Worth a read if summer expenses are starting to feel like a lot to manage:

https://bit.ly/4oow00A

And if it gets you thinking about your bigger financial picture, send me a message. I'm always happy to talk.

Article is for informational purposes only. New York Life does not endorse any specific app.

06/10/2026

Great players don’t get there alone. Behind every player on the world stage is someone who believed in them, challenged them, and helped them grow.

The Assist shares the stories behind U.S. Men’s National Team players Tyler Adams, Tim Ream, and Matt Turner — and the coaches and mentors who shaped their journey.

I hope you’ll take a few minutes to watch these stories. And if you’d like to talk about your own goals, I’d be happy to connect.

Watch the series here:
https://bit.ly/4cSyoZx

06/08/2026

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

06/08/2026

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06/07/2026

This week was the Azle Area Chamber of Commerce monthly luncheon, and I had a chance to share a little community inspiration and Kymm Lankford made amazing gifts for everyone who attended.

The best Tuesday of the month is always a battery recharge!! We have an amazing community!

06/06/2026

College is expensive, and prices are rising. Here's what you might pay, plus the best ways to pay for college today.