Wayne Chapman, Financial Services Representative with NYLIFE Securities LLC

10/29/2026

Life changes. But sometimes beneficiary designations don’t change with it.

This Kiplinger article is a helpful reminder of why it is so important to periodically review the beneficiaries on your retirement accounts, life insurance policies, and other accounts to make sure they still reflect your wishes.

Check out the article here:

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If you have questions about your own beneficiary choices, send me a message.

10/23/2026

In times of uncertainty, having someone you can trust makes all the difference. Secure your financial future with peace of mind, knowing your death benefit, cash value growth, and level premiums are backed by 180 years of being there when we're needed most.

Whole life insurance offers cash value over time. Learn about securing whole life insurance from New York Life, a policy which can be customized to your needs.

10/22/2026

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.

10/21/2026

Not sure if you're ready for the next step? Consider these indications of retirement readiness and see if you're more prepared than you think.

10/20/2026

Preparing to never retire can be a dangerous retirement plan. Here are four potentially better retirement strategies.

Planning to never retire is a dangerous retirement plan. Even if you don’t want to retire, you may not be able to continue working through no choice of your own.

10/19/2026

These common financial traps can potentially drain your budget and erode your wealth-building capabilities.

These common financial traps will drain your budget and erode your wealth-building capabilities.

10/16/2026

Global events can create uncertainty and short-term market swings. While these periods can be unsettling, history shows that markets have demonstrated resilience following significant disruptions.

A clear financial strategy can help keep your attention on long-term goals rather than short-term headlines. If current events have you concerned about your portfolio or retirement plan, let's talk.

10/15/2026

Warren Buffett, Beyoncé, Jay-Z and Shaquille O’Neal have all shared their thoughts on inheritance—and their approaches may surprise you.

This Kiplinger article looks at how several well-known people think about passing wealth to the next generation, and raises an interesting question: What do you want the wealth you’ve built to do for the people you care about?

Check out the article here:

https://bit.ly/3UnFGhg

If it gets you thinking about your own plans, send me a message.

10/15/2026

Small actions taken consistently can make a meaningful difference over time. For many individuals, annual Roth IRA contributions may help create additional flexibility in retirement through the potential for tax-free growth.

While $8,000 per year may not seem significant on its own, the long-term impact can add up. If you'd like to explore how consistent saving could support your retirement goals, let's schedule time to discuss.

09/30/2026

Life Insurance Awareness Month ends today, but the need for protection does not. Liz Fiedler’s story shows how coverage can help a family continue the life, plans, and responsibilities that were already in motion. The best time to review protection is before it is needed.

Close the month by starting a conversation that can help protect the years ahead.