Chris Bowens, Financial Services Professional with Nylife Securities LLC

10/16/2026

There is no single retirement income strategy that works for everyone. Building retirement income often involves balancing income stability, growth potential, flexibility, and long-term sustainability.

The right approach depends on your goals, needs, and priorities. If you'd like to explore which retirement income strategies may be most appropriate for your situation, let's schedule time to talk.

10/14/2026

Market declines are never easy, but they can be particularly impactful early in retirement when withdrawals begin. This is often referred to as sequence of returns risk and can affect how long retirement assets last.

Let's talk about ways to help position your retirement strategy for both opportunities and challenges that market exposure may present.

10/13/2026

Inheriting a home with siblings or other family members can bring financial, legal and emotional decisions. Here's what to know about your options, from selling the property to buying out another heir.

Inheriting a house with siblings can raise questions about ownership, taxes and costs. Learn your options for selling, keeping or buying out the home.

10/09/2026

We're proud to be named to Barron's 100 Best Annuities list for 2026.

At New York Life, we're committed to making annuities easier to understand and easier to use, helping you navigate retirement with greater confidence. We're honored by this recognition and remain dedicated to providing solutions designed to help you build a secure financial future and protect what matters most.

Read Barron’s article: https://bit.ly/4hKTGKK

New York Life Annuities is honored to be named to Barron's 100 Best Annuities list for 2026. This recognition reflects our ongoing commitment to helping financial professionals make retirement planning easier for their clients through solutions, tools, and support designed to bring greater clarity a...

10/08/2026

Inheritance can create tension between siblings. Financial therapists share practical ways parents and adult children can prevent conflict before it starts.

07/10/2026

Markets continue to react to economic and global developments.* When volatility rises, staying focused on long-term goals becomes even more important.

Let’s talk about annuity solutions designed to help provide confidence in uncertain times.

*Bloomberg Markets coverage, 2026.

07/09/2026

Longevity is one of the biggest risks retirees face. * Planning for income that lasts a lifetime is an essential part of retirement strategy.

Let’s talk about annuity solutions designed to help provide guaranteed income for life.

*LIMRA Secure Retirement Institute, Retirement Risk Study, 2025.

07/08/2026

Recent updates under SECURE 2.0 increased the required minimum distribution age to 73, providing more flexibility in retirement income planning.* With additional time before required withdrawals begin, it may be worth revisiting your strategy.

Let’s talk about income solutions designed to support your long-term goals.

*SECURE 2.0 Act of 2022 legislative updates.

07/07/2026

If you need life insurance that can last your lifetime, build cash value and offer flexibility in payments and death benefits, a universal life policy could be worth considering.

Universal life insurance offers lifelong coverage and flexible premiums. Find out how a universal life policy works now.

07/06/2026

You've worked hard to put a solid financial plan in place—savings, retirement, and protection for the people who depend on you. Many financial plans are built around the assumption that your income keeps coming in.

Individual Disability Insurance can help provide a portion of income if a qualifying disability affects your ability to work, so the plan you've built has a chance to stay on track.

If you've never taken a close look at your income protection, or if you're not sure how your workplace coverage may work, explore our white paper, The Cornerstone of Financial Security: Individual Disability Insurance, or connect with an agent to start the conversation.

Link to white paper: https://nyl.co/4eNmmBt