Myra S. Lopez, Licenswd Agent of TransAmerica Life Insurance

04/26/2023

Will Social Security run out? The short answer is “yes”. If Congress doesn't make changes to Social Security by 2035, your benefits may be reduced. Here’s what you need to know about the status of Social Security now, how it may affect your retirement, and what you can do about it.

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If you have additional questions about reaching your retirement goals, please feel free to contact me.

04/19/2023

Time to get your debt under control. Managing your debt can be a real challenge. Debt consolidation is one effective way to wrangle your debt and there may be other options available, depending on your circumstances. This article has everything you need to know about debt consolidation, some alternatives, and how to get started.

https://money.usnews.com/loans/personal-loans/articles/what-is-debt-consolidation-and-how-to-do-it

If you have any additional questions about debt and taking control of your finances, please contact me.

03/29/2023

When it comes to retirement, how do people really feel? Do they want to retire early, later, or not at all? Find some interesting answers in this 2023 Harris Poll survey asking thousands of Americans how they feel about their retirement:
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Most Americans plan to retire, and those who do plan to retire expect to quit full-time work at age 57, on average, a new NerdWallet survey finds.

02/20/2023

Before you file this year’s taxes, read this article from US News to find out if your student loans could have an impact that changes your return: And if you have any more questions, feel free to reach out.

01/27/2023

The Secure 2.0 Act is on its way. Find out what changes are coming to your retirement investments by reading this article from Forbes. Don’t hesitate to contact me with any questions regarding the effects of the Secure 2.0 Act.

SECURE 2.0 changes the retirement savings landscape for the better. Find out how your tax-advantaged investment accounts will be affected in 2023 and beyond.

01/18/2023

Post Copy: Not only is having whole life insurance good for your peace of mind, but it can also help you through this time of rising inflation. Find out seven different ways here: https://www.forbes.com/sites/qai/2022/12/30/whats-in-the-secure-20-act-what-the-government-spending-bill-means-for-investors-and-retirement/?sh=5615e78014fb?cmpid=smca_PR_na_na_2141996_na_na_na_pr_na_gen_sc_na_na And if you have more questions about whole life insurance, I am here for you.

SECURE 2.0 changes the retirement savings landscape for the better. Find out how your tax-advantaged investment accounts will be affected in 2023 and beyond.

12/21/2022

A little work now can make the 2023 tax season one of the easiest yet.

A few last-minute moves — like tax-loss harvesting and boosting contributions to your retirement plan — could make a big difference come April.

12/14/2022

You can give a lasting gift this holiday. Learn why life insurance might be perfect for your children or grandchildren.

Life insurance can be a great gift to show your children and grandchildren just how much they mean to you. Learn more about gifting life insurance to grandkids.

11/30/2022

Are you considering buying a new home? Here are 10 tips to help you counter rising interest rates:

New York Life guides you through buying a home during higher mortgage rates and inflation.

11/15/2022

Get ahead of rising APRs on your credit card(s) before it's too late with some helpful advice from Kiplinger.

Even for those who pay off their credit card balances every month, knowing your APR is part of keeping good credit habits.

11/04/2022

Worried about inflation hindering your dream retirement? Check out these tips from New York Life to help you keep everything on track. If you have more questions, I'm here to help you reach your financial goals.

Have you developed a retirement withdrawal strategy or spending plan? Learn about retirement budgeting from New York Life and ensure that your savings last.