Nate Hunter Brown, Financial Services Professional, Nylife Securities, LLC

03/13/2026

Why understanding the rules, planning ahead and keeping good records can help reduce both your tax burden and headaches.

Why understanding the rules, planning ahead and keeping good records can reduce both your tax burden and headaches.

06/10/2025

𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐢𝐬 𝐋𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

Me and my mom — and our little four-legged sidekick. Some moments remind you what really matters.

A few years ago, New York Life ran a Super Bowl ad about “Agápē” — the kind of love that shows up. Not just a feeling, but something you do. It hit me then, but it hits differently now.

Over the past year, I’ve stepped into a role I never quite planned for: caregiver for my mom.

Her journey hasn’t been easy. After a brain aneurysm, she developed aphasia — which makes communication incredibly hard. Her go-to phrase is “come here,” and I hear it dozens of times a day. Sometimes more. I know she’s trying to say something else. I know she’s in there, fighting to be understood. And I know she’s not trying to exhaust me. But some days… it’s just plain hard.

And then something happened that I’ll never forget:

My compliance partner — who’s also a caregiver — shared what I was going through with leadership. Not long after, the head of our Dallas-Fort Worth office jumped on a Zoom with me.

Not to talk business.
Not to check production.
Just to say: “We’ve got your back.”

That moment choked me up. Because it wasn’t policy — it was people.

What’s stuck with me most is this: we often prepare for our kids. But we rarely prepare for our parents. Or for ourselves.

That’s why I talk to families about options — like financial protection for extended care events, or policies that offer flexibility later in life. It’s not about fear. It’s about giving your future self (or your future kids) more choices when the hard days come.

If you’ve ever wondered how to prepare, or how to make caregiving easier when the time comes — I’d be honored to help.

My website link is in the comment section below.

03/07/2025

𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲 𝗵𝗮𝘀 𝗮 𝘄𝗮𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗳𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗽𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝘂𝘀.

In the first photo, my mom is watching over me as a baby, full of love and care. In the second, I brought her to watch me play drums at an outdoor gig when a caretaker was unavailable—this time, I’m the one making sure she’s safe and taken care of.

The other day, I caught myself saying:

"𝑀𝑜𝑚, 𝐼’𝑚 𝑠𝑜 𝑝𝑟𝑜𝑢𝑑 𝑜𝑓 𝑦𝑜𝑢 𝑓𝑜𝑟 𝑚𝑎𝑘𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑖𝑡 𝑡𝑜 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑡𝑜𝑖𝑙𝑒𝑡 𝑡ℎ𝑖𝑠 𝑡𝑖𝑚𝑒! 𝐼’𝑑 𝑚𝑢𝑐ℎ 𝑟𝑎𝑡ℎ𝑒𝑟 𝑐𝑙𝑒𝑎𝑛 𝑝𝑜𝑜𝑝 𝑜𝑓𝑓 𝑦𝑜𝑢𝑟 𝑏𝑢𝑡𝑡 𝑡ℎ𝑎𝑛 𝑓𝑟𝑜𝑚 𝑎𝑙𝑙 𝑜𝑣𝑒𝑟 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑏𝑒𝑑!"

If that sentence makes you uncomfortable, imagine being on either side of it. These are the moments most people don’t think about until they happen—but when they do, they change 𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗬𝗧𝗛𝗜𝗡𝗚. Caregiving, whether expected or unexpected, isn’t just about responsibility—it’s about dignity, comfort, and making sure your loved ones get the support they need when life takes an unexpected turn.

If you’ve been in a caregiving role, you know how much it impacts daily life.

What’s something you’ve learned from the experience?

I’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments.

04/30/2024

Looking for a gift for the children in your life that will grow with them every step of the way? Learn how life insurance can help give them a lifetime of financial protection—while also helping them prepare for some of life’s most important milestones.

Child life insurance can provide great value, as the policy grows over time. Find out why you should consider buying life insurance for your child today.z

03/14/2024

You've worked hard to build a comfortable retirement. Be sure to safeguard that investment! Join us for this live event and learn how to help protect your retirement funds from taxes. Register now at: https://bit.ly/3wR7kY2

02/29/2024

Establishing strong goals is crucial for the success of businesses. Learn how to set short and long- term goals that are specific, trackable, and measurable at the link below.

When planning out business objectives, it's important to have short and long term goals in mind. Read about how to define your company's goals.

02/26/2024

If you’re paying off student loan debt, you may now have an easier time saving for retirement. As of 2024, new rules offer help to workers who are making student loan payments instead of putting money into a 401(k), 403(b) plan or SIMPLE IRA. Here’s how.

Americans who are paying off student loan debt may now have an easier time saving for retirement. As of 2024, new rules offer help to workers who are making student loan payments instead of putting money into a 401(k), 403(b) plan or SIMPLE IRA. Under the Secure Act 2.0 that was signed into law i

02/22/2024

With a new child, your taxes will get more complicated. But you may qualify for some of the new tax credits and deductions. Here’s what you need to know for the 2024 tax season.

Had or adopted a child in 2023? What new parents need to know about tax credits and deductions. Importantly, the enhanced Child Tax Credit went away in 2022.

02/19/2024

The Child Tax Credit is a federal tax benefit that gives you a dollar-for-dollar deduction on your tax bill for dependent children under age 17. Take a look at how it works, who qualifies, and how to claim it on your upcoming tax return.

Finally -- the kids are paying off. Find out how the Child Tax Credit works and how to claim it for the 2023 tax season.

02/15/2024

This article takes a closer look at how the Social Security program works, the different types of Social Security benefits available, and what you can expect when you’re ready to claim benefits.

Learn about social security benefits, including retirement, disability, survivor benefits. Understand when to start collecting benefits and what you'll receive.

02/12/2024

The top four resolutions for people in the U.S. heading into 2024 are saving for a rainy-day fund, retirement, their kids’ education and a big purchase, according to a survey by the USA TODAY Blueprint. Learn what else the findings revealed.

Americans report fiscal optimism and plans to save cash in 2024.

02/05/2024

The IRS has announced inflation-adjusted amounts for several family tax credits. Learn which one you’ll qualify for in 2024 and how much each tax credit is worth.

Various family tax credits and deductions, including the 2024 child tax credit have been adjusted for inflation. Here's what they're worth.