Brad Klinkenberg Financial Professional with New York Life

02/26/2026

Saving aggressively for early retirement sounds great in theory, but for one financial coach, it nearly cost him his marriage. This CNBC article shares how he and his wife found a more balanced approach called "Coast FIRE," and how it's helped them prioritize both financial security and time together:

https://cnb.cx/46tfYeh

If you're thinking about your own path to retirement, and how to enjoy the journey along the way, let's connect. I'd love to help.

02/16/2026

Today is a moment to reflect on leadership, responsibility, and service — values that matter in every community and every generation.
Happy Presidents’ Day!

02/14/2026

Mortgage rates can feel like a moving target — especially with so much talk about inflation in the news. This article from Yahoo Finance explains how the two are connected and what buyers and homeowners might expect in the months ahead:

https://yhoo.it/4ajeFRt

Have questions about how this can impact your other financial goals and your situation? I'd love to help you think it through. Let's connect.

01/30/2026

One of the biggest ways to make a difference is by securing your family's financial future. Reach out, and let's make a difference today.

01/28/2026

No matter how much you think you've covered all your bases preparing for retirement, something unexpected can always come up. Check out these 5 retirement blind spots to avoid and reach out if you want even more help.

When financially transitioning into retirement, consider these common income planning mistakes and how to avoid them.

01/26/2026

Required minimum distributions can feel complex but managing them is an essential piece of a client’s overall financial strategy. Whether tackling RMDs from traditional accounts or considering Roth conversions, taking a holistic approach will help to minimize tax liabilities, strategize timing for withdrawals, and preserve wealth for the next generation. Read this article to learn more about effective RMD strategies and how we can partner to strengthen our client relationships. https://bit.ly/4qiBdXj

01/23/2026

While whole life insurance is best known for offering lifetime protection and cash value growth,
New York Life has paid dividends to participating eligible policy owners since 1854. What’s more, our 2026 dividend will be the largest ever declared by our company.

Reach out to me today, and let’s talk about the power of dividends.

New York Life announces that the company will pay an estimated $2.78 billion in dividends to eligible participating policy owners in 2026 — the largest dividend payout in New York Life’s 180-year history and its 172nd consecutive annual dividend.

01/22/2026

Viral savings trends can be tempting, but not all of them work. This article from Yahoo Finance breaks down the 2025 money trends that helped people save smarter, and the ones that are better left in the past:
https://yhoo.it/3ZrNvBm

Want to talk about building a savings approach that actually fits your life? Let's connect.

01/21/2026

Smart planning and strategic management of distributions from your own or inherited retirement accounts can boost their value and better align them with your estate and business goals. Curious how? This article describes best practices such as working with top financial professionals, exploring stretch IRAs, and integrating accounts into trusts to optimize wealth transfer and minimize estate taxes. When you’re ready to learn more rules of the road, let’s look at how these strategies can secure your retirement and protect your legacy for generations to come. https://bit.ly/49L3Cif

01/19/2026

If you could not attend the 2025 Advisor Symposium, I invite you to watch the program replay – the discussions around trust planning for business owners, bridging business and estate planning, and retirement asset strategies are packed with practical insights we can use right away. Hats off to Jeff Chadwick, Patricia Annino, Christopher Hoyt, and Allen Hensley for making complex topics both engaging and relevant. It’s a great resource for any advisor who wants to stay sharp in today’s changing planning environment. Watch the full program here - https://bit.ly/4pSDVlX

01/19/2026

Martin Luther King Jr. believed that everyone can be great because everyone can serve.

On this MLK Day, we honor his legacy by recommitting ourselves to service, compassion, and making a meaningful difference in the lives of others—one family, one community at a time.

Let’s continue striving to build a more just and hopeful future together.

01/14/2026