Barry Eustice, Licensed Agent with New York Life

06/15/2026

Here’s an overview of what your first meeting with a Financial Advisor might look like, six questions to ask – and four red flags.

Expect​ a good advisor to spend most of the first meeting asking about your goals, risk tolerance, family, investments, charitable giving and ground rules.

06/12/2026

As scammers leverage AI, consumers can defend themselves by becoming familiar with common scams and being suspicious of unexpected calls.

06/11/2026

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.

04/30/2026

If your future retirement strategy relies on selling off investments for income, a market downturn at the wrong time can be a big problem. That’s why you might consider having an alternate source of income to provide flexibility during bear markets—and keep your retirement on track. Connect with me to learn more: 507-993-7215

04/29/2026

Now is the perfect time to make sure your financial strategy is positioned for tax efficiency in the year ahead. I can help analyze your tax return to help identify opportunities such as:

💡 Managing your tax bracket
💡 Planning charitable gifts before year-end
💡 Timing income and deductions
💡 Reviewing contributions to retirement and HSA accounts

A few smart moves today can have a lasting impact on your financial goals tomorrow. Let’s connect soon to make sure your strategy is aligned for success. Message me to let me know your availability.

04/28/2026

People aged 70½ or older now have a way to support the causes they love while also creating a reliable stream of lifetime income, thanks to recent law changes that allow a once-in-a-lifetime transfer directly from an IRA to fund a charitable gift annuity or charitable remainder trust. When structured correctly, this transfer can be excluded from taxable income, and for those 73 or older, it may even count toward required minimum distributions. Read more about this strategy and then let’s explore whether this fits into your retirement or giving plans.

04/27/2026

“Poisoned” artificial intelligence can give untrustworthy advice about finance, health and lots more. Here’s how you may be able to fend off the growing threat.

“Poisoned” artificial intelligence can give untrustworthy advice about finance, health and lots more. Here’s how to fend off the growing threat.

04/27/2026

Social Security, 401(k) withdrawals, and other common retirement income sources are taxable. Learn how tax-diversification strategies can help. 507-993-7215

12/12/2025

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.