Claribel Henriquez, Licensed Agent with New York Life

05/28/2026

Debt relief can feel like the answer when bills are piling up, but it comes with a cost. Depending on the route you take, your credit score could drop significantly. This article from CNBC breaks down what each option actually does to your credit and how long the damage lasts:

https://cnb.cx/4dKtJJD

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The article is provided for informational purposes only. Any actions you take regarding debt repayment and credit cards are made at your own discretion. Paying off debt, opening or closing credit cards, or changing your credit utilization may impact your credit score and profile. There is no guarantee of specific outcomes related to credit score changes.

05/27/2026

Retirement is sometimes reduced to the question: “Do I have enough?” And while this is indeed important, it’s only a part of the story.

Review cash flow, withdrawals, debt and taxes before you retire. This guide shows how to strengthen your plan and avoid gaps that can strain your savings.

05/25/2026

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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.

05/24/2026

AARP exclusive report: Family caregivers provided 49.5 billion hours of care in 2024, ranking among America’s largest workforces.

AARP exclusive report: Family caregivers provided 49.5 billion hours of care in 2024, ranking among America’s largest workforces

05/23/2026

College is expensive, and prices are rising. Here's what you might pay, plus the best ways to pay for college today.

05/22/2026

When it comes to your financial future, isn't it better to make sure all your bases are covered? This Disability Insurance Awareness Month, reach out to learn how individual disability insurance from New York Life can help supplement government programs or enhance your employer benefits, so you can have peace of mind knowing you're fully covered.

Read about what individual disability insurance is, and how this private coverage from NYL can offer personal income protection in the event of a disability.

05/21/2026

Fast-rising gas prices lifted the Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation gauge to 3.5% in March, its highest rate in almost three years, new data showed Thursday.

05/19/2026

In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, Joy Taylor answers questions on inherited IRAs and the 10-year cleanout rule for non-spousal IRAs inherited after 2019.

In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, Joy Taylor answers five questions on inherited IRAs and the 10-year clean-out rule for nonspousal IRAs inherited after 2019.