John "Matt" Wheat, Licensed Agent with New York Life

John "Matt" Wheat, Licensed Agent with New York Life Agent licensed to sell insurance through New York Life Insurance Company. I am not licensed in all jurisdictions.

I offer a variety of products that can help you meet a number of insurance and financial needs, including, but not limited to college funding, retirement, managing costs for extended periods of care and lifetime income strategies. Please contact me to help you fully analyze your needs and recommend appropriate solutions. Neither New York Life Insurance Company, nor its agents, provide tax, legal, or accounting advice. Please consult your own tax, legal, or accounting professionals before making any decisions. Any testimonial on this site is based on an individual’s experience and may not be representative of the experience of other customers. These testimonials are no guarantee of future performance or success.

8000 IH-10 West
Suite 800
San Antonio, TX 78230

I’m honored to share that I’ve achieved New York Life’s Executive Council! This recognition is awarded annually by New Y...
08/01/2026

I’m honored to share that I’ve achieved New York Life’s Executive Council! This recognition is awarded annually by New York Life for agent production from July 1 - June 30. I’m proud of the opportunity to help protect families and support their goals every day.

You've worked hard to put a solid financial plan in place—savings, retirement, and protection for the people who depend ...
07/30/2026

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/4fuC5FX

Find out how the DCA Plus Account within a variable universal life policy may help you earn a 12% guaranteed interest ra...
07/28/2026

Find out how the DCA Plus Account within a variable universal life policy may help you earn a 12% guaranteed interest rate (6.38% actual yield) as you strategically enter the market.
https://nyl.co/45rbTGl

Medical care costs are an important part of retirement planning. Even with Medicare, out-of-pocket expenses can add up o...
07/27/2026

Medical care costs are an important part of retirement planning. Even with Medicare, out-of-pocket expenses can add up over time.

As people age, healthcare needs often become more frequent and less predictable, which can create ongoing financial pressure. Planning for these costs can help you feel more prepared for the years ahead.

Let’s talk about how healthcare expenses fit into your overall retirement strategy.

Social Security is an important part of your retirement plan, but when you choose to start claiming benefits can make a ...
07/25/2026

Social Security is an important part of your retirement plan, but when you choose to start claiming benefits can make a meaningful difference over time. While it provides a foundation for income, Social Security may only replace a portion of what you earned before retirement, which is why planning ahead is so important.

In some cases, strategies like working longer or waiting to claim benefits may help increase your monthly income and support a more stable financial future.

Let’s explore your options and consider how these decisions can help you build a retirement strategy that aligns with your long-term goals.

Markets continue to react to economic and global developments.* When volatility rises, staying focused on long-term goal...
07/04/2026

Markets continue to react to economic and global developments.* When volatility rises, staying focused on long-term goals becomes even more important.

Let’s talk about annuity solutions designed to help provide confidence in uncertain times.

*Bloomberg Markets coverage, 2026.

Longevity is one of the biggest risks retirees face. * Planning for income that lasts a lifetime is an essential part of...
07/02/2026

Longevity is one of the biggest risks retirees face. * Planning for income that lasts a lifetime is an essential part of retirement strategy.

Let’s talk about annuity solutions designed to help provide guaranteed income for life.

*LIMRA Secure Retirement Institute, Retirement Risk Study, 2025.

Research shows that retirement planning has become increasingly integrated with investment and insurance strategies comp...
06/30/2026

Research shows that retirement planning has become increasingly integrated with investment and insurance strategies complementing one another. Annuities can be a key component in building reliable income within a comprehensive financial plan.

Let’s talk about solutions designed to support your long-term goals.

*McKinsey & Company, U.S. Retirement Industry Report, recent edition.

Recent analysis notes that SECURE 2.0 provisions may affect how qualified annuities interact with required minimum distr...
06/27/2026

Recent analysis notes that SECURE 2.0 provisions may affect how qualified annuities interact with required minimum distributions.* Coordinating income and tax planning can help bring clarity to retirement decisions.

Let’s talk about strategies designed to simplify your approach.

*Fidelity Viewpoints, “SECURE 2.0 and Qualified Annuities,” January 2026.

Recent updates under SECURE 2.0 increased the required minimum distribution age to 73, providing more flexibility in ret...
06/25/2026

Recent updates under SECURE 2.0 increased the required minimum distribution age to 73, providing more flexibility in retirement income planning.* With additional time before required withdrawals begin, it may be worth revisiting your strategy.

Let’s talk about income solutions designed to support your long-term goals.

*SECURE 2.0 Act of 2022 legislative updates.

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8000 IH-10 West, Suite 800
San Antonio, TX
78230

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+19792554533

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