John L Smith, Partner at New York Life Michigan

06/04/2026

Who better to ask about retirement regrets than millionaires who've been there, done that? Here's what they wish they knew before entering their golden years.

06/03/2026

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

06/02/2026

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.

06/01/2026

In our retirement advice column, Wealth Wise, we answer a reader's question about whether you should take a loan from a parent in their 90s without them knowing.

In our retirement advice column, Wealth Wise, we answer a reader's question about whether you should take a loan from an elderly parent without them knowing.

06/01/2026

A recent national survey focused on how American college students are feeling about their money situation at a moment when simply a trip to the gas pump or grocery store can trigger cash anxiety.

National survey tracks with recent Utah poll regarding college-age students’ attitudes toward college, tuition.

05/28/2026

Skills get candidates in the room. Preparation gets them the offer. This piece from Forbes walks through five ready-to-use ChatGPT prompts, from building outcome-driven career stories to crafting a follow-up that keeps them front of mind. It’s worth passing along before a big interview:

https://bit.ly/4uEriy9

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we pause to remember and honor the men and women who gave their lives in service to our country.
We are grateful for their sacrifice and hold their families in our thoughts today.

05/12/2026

Did you know that with just one solution, you can access premiums that never increase, cash value growth, and lifelong coverage options for both you and your loved ones? Reach out to me to learn more about permanent whole life insurance options from New York Life today.

05/11/2026

For many business owners, the company is the estate plan. But will there be enough liquidity to:
—Cover estate costs?
—Keep the business running?
—Treat your heirs fairly?
If you’re not sure, reach out to me and let’s talk about some proven ways to protect what you’ve built.

05/11/2026

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.