Mark Soovajian, Agent at New York Life Ins Co.

09/03/2026

The data in NerdWallet's August Financial Resilience Index suggests that the majority of Americans' feeling that they're in control of their daily finances may be more felt than earned.

08/26/2026

The current housing market is different from the one that led to the 2008 housing crash. Learn about current home prices, mortgage rates, and housing market conditions in 2026.

The current housing market is different from the one that led to the 2008 housing crash. Learn how home prices and rates will affect the market in 2026.

08/20/2026

Retirement planning isn't just about how much you've saved. It's also about creating a strategy that can help support your lifestyle throughout retirement.

Research from the LIMRA Retirement Income Institute found that many Gen X women face unique retirement challenges, including lower retirement savings, caregiving responsibilities, and concerns about whether their money will last throughout retirement.

Understanding these factors early can help you make more informed decisions about your future. If you’d like to build a retirement strategy, let’s connect to review your long-term goals, expected expenses, and retirement income needs.

08/13/2026

Unsure about the right time to invest?

Flying high or dipping low, timing the market is never easy. A dollar cost averaging (DCA) account, available within a variable annuity, removes the guesswork by investing in equities at regular intervals rather than all at once.

See our Dollar Cost Averaging Advantage (DCAA) Account interest rate, available for a limited time. https://bit.ly/3TdQH3C

A program of regular investing does not ensure a profit or eliminate the risks on investing. Variable annuities are offered only by prospectus. Please read the prospectus carefully before investing.

08/06/2026

The FIRE movement has evolved beyond early retirement. Learn how Coast FIRE, Barista FIRE and financial flexibility are reshaping retirement planning.

Early retirement isn't the only goal anymore. Here's how today's FIRE movement is shifting toward financial flexibility and making work optional.

07/30/2026

For some people, the appeal of retiring abroad lies in the ability to live well for less than it would cost in the U.S. Adventure, lower costs, potentially lower healthcare costs and a richer life can all be yours overseas — but you have to nail the practical details first.

Adventure, lower costs, affordable healthcare and a richer life can all be yours overseas — but you have to nail the practical details first.

07/23/2026

You're ready to get serious about money. But what kind of goals are realistic and important at this stage in your life?

You're ready to get serious about money in your 30s. These five goals can set up your future, and there are ways to reach towards them.

07/09/2026

Electronic Social Security payments are being touted as faster and safer than paper checks. But those who rely on them will need support to make the transition.

07/01/2026

Life insurance is that boring-but-crucial thing you really need to get now so that your family doesn't have to launch a GoFundMe when you're gone.

Life insurance is that boring-but-crucial thing you really need to get now so that your family doesn't have to launch a GoFundMe when you're gone. Also, that small policy from work? It's like a snack, not a whole dinner.

06/25/2026

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/4evuvdH