Sherry Nolen, Agent with New York Life Insurance

03/31/2026

When you die, your mortgage doesn’t die with you. Learn what happens to your home loan and how to protect your spouse or heirs.

03/24/2026

While most parents dream of stability for their children, for some it's an all-in quest for generational riches, pushing boundaries and taking extreme measures to build a legacy.

You don't have to go to these extremes, but you do have to make sacrifices to save.

03/24/2026

The Great Wealth Transfer often arrives as a house, not cash, leaving many heirs with maintenance, mismatch, and downsizing costs before inheritance, which can become overwhelming.

The Great Wealth Transfer often arrives as a house, not cash, leaving many heirs with maintenance, mismatch, and downsizing costs before inheritance becomes wealth.

03/19/2026

Growth rarely happens in isolation.

Whether it’s in business, leadership, or personal finances, we often already know what we should do. The difference-maker is accountability. Encouragement. Someone willing to challenge us to act.

In my world, that often looks like helping families follow through on protecting what matters most — not just thinking about it.

Sometimes the greatest value we bring isn’t information.
It’s the nudge to become who we’re capable of being.

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03/17/2026

St. Patrick’s Day is about more than wearing green — it’s a reminder of the power of faith, resilience, and a little bit of optimism.

A good reminder in business and in life: sometimes a bit of “luck” is really preparation meeting opportunity.

Grateful for the people I get to work with every day and the trust they place in me. Wishing you all a day filled with positivity, gratitude, and maybe a little extra good fortune.

03/14/2026

I’m honored to share that I’ve been recognized as Annuity Elite, the highest distinction within New York Life’s annuity practice.

This recognition reflects not only performance, but a continued commitment to helping clients build confidence and security in retirement. I’m grateful for the trust my clients place in me and for the opportunity to help individuals and families plan for their financial future.

Thank you to everyone who has been part of this journey.

03/12/2026

Art and life insurance have more in common than you’d think.

When you look at a painting by Vincent van Gogh or Claude Monet, you’re seeing legacy — something created to outlive the artist.

Life insurance works the same way.

It’s a decision you make today that protects and provides long after you’re gone. It turns love into something structured and lasting.

Not just planning.
Legacy by design.

03/10/2026

Recent data shows that the estimated total savings needed to retire at 65 can differ by as much as $1.46 million depending on where you live. Here’s a look the minimum amount of savings needed to retire at 65 in each state.

The estimated savings needed to retire at 65 varies by nearly $1.5 million from state to state, driven largely by differences in housing costs.

03/05/2026

Here is how to help keep your Social Security number private in an age of aggressive cybercriminals.

Here is how to keep your Social Security number private in an age of aggressive cybercriminals.

03/03/2026

The Importance of Buy-Sell Agreements
A buy-sell agreement is a powerful planning tool that can ensure a smooth transition of your business and help secure your family's finances after you're no longer around. A buy-sell also can outline the terms of succession among the remaining business partners, so that everything is settled in advance. Learn more in this article from Rimon, PC estate planning attorney Patricia Annino and then let’s make sure you are set up to protect both your business and your family’s future.
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02/27/2026

Five lessons to learn from the 2026 Winter Olympics for your career and finances.

These lessons from the Olympics can help with your career and finances.

02/24/2026

In 2026, the maximum contribution limits for 401(k) plans have increased, providing an excellent opportunity to maximize your retirement savings.

In 2026, the maximum contribution limits for 401(k) plans have increased, giving you an excellent shot at maximizing your retirement savings.