John Banks, Associate Partner with New York Life

10/16/2026

It can exist at New York Life. And I’m helping connect driven, community-minded people to a meaningful career there – one with flexibility, freedom to create your own business, and great income potential*. If you know someone in your circle who’s ready for a fresh start I’d love to talk with them. Pass along my info.
*Income potential varies by individual effort and market conditions.

09/30/2026

More than 25 million young adults now live with their parents, the highest number on record. What’s going on?
Half of recent grads are moving back home after finishing school. While living with parents can have its own challenges, many of them see it as an opportunity to save—and use what they'd have spent on rent to travel, chip away at debt, or just get some breathing room before the next step.
Check out the full story here:
https://bit.ly/4hn8oaL
If this sounds like you, or someone you know, send me a message and let's talk.

09/16/2026

New York Life's latest Wealth Watch survey has the numbers behind that gap. 61% of Americans now have a plan, up from 58% last year. But confidence that those savings will last a lifetime dropped 21 points in the same span.
One factor that made a real difference? People working with a financial professional felt far more hopeful, prepared, and excited about retirement than those without one. Check out the full results here.

If you'd like to talk through what planning built around your specific goals could look like, just send me a message and we'll find a time to connect.

According to new research from New York Life's Wealth Watch survey, Americans seek financial stability and prioritize retirement confidence

09/07/2026

This Labor Day, let’s take time to appreciate how the work we do every day builds a stronger community.

08/13/2026

There's more financial advice out there for young people than ever—and somehow, that's making things harder, not easier. Trends like ""girl math"" and ""no-spend"" months turn budgeting into a game or a punishment, when what most young people actually need is a plan.
I'm sharing an article that gets into why all this noise is landing the way it is—and what actually helps cut through it.
https://bit.ly/4wXBjaD
Whether you’re thinking about how to build a stronger financial foundation for you or someone you care about, reach out. I’m always here to talk.

07/30/2026

Many people assume the worst about the future of Social Security, and the concern is valid. But the full picture is more complicated than “it’s running out.”
This piece from Yahoo Finance breaks down what’s actually happening and what it could mean for your retirement:
https://yhoo.it/4pNeOCt
If it gets you thinking about your own situation, I’d love to connect about financial strategies to help you meet your retirement goals.

07/21/2026

Inflation fatigue is real—and it goes deeper than the price of groceries. It’s the exhaustion that sets in when you’ve been managing rising costs for so long that even thinking about it feels like too much.
This piece from NerdWallet names what so many people are feeling right now, and offers some realistic ways to make things a little easier:
https://bit.ly/4yxSLDN
If it resonates, I’d love to connect on how the current environment is impacting your financial goals and strategies.

07/04/2026

Wishing you an Independence Day full of celebration and tradition. Happy 4th of July!

06/25/2026

Life insurance has a reputation for being complicated. There are a lot of options, and thinking through the decisions behind them isn't always comfortable.

But understanding what's out there is a lot easier than most people expect. We put together a really clear breakdown of the main policy types—what they are, how they differ, and what's worth considering depending on where you are in life:

https://nyl.co/4weCHFo

If it raises any questions or you'd like to talk through what makes sense for your situation, I'm here. Just send me a message.

06/19/2026

This Juneteenth, take time to honor history, celebrate progress and support one another.