Consuelo Johnson, Licensed Agent with New York Life

09/07/2026

This Labor Day, let’s take time to appreciate how the work we do every day builds a stronger community.

08/13/2026

There's more financial advice out there for young people than ever—and somehow, that's making things harder, not easier. Trends like ""girl math"" and ""no-spend"" months turn budgeting into a game or a punishment, when what most young people actually need is a plan.
I'm sharing an article that gets into why all this noise is landing the way it is—and what actually helps cut through it.
https://bit.ly/3UbeGB5
Whether you’re thinking about how to build a stronger financial foundation for you or someone you care about, reach out. I’m always here to talk.

07/30/2026

Many people assume the worst about the future of Social Security, and the concern is valid. But the full picture is more complicated than “it’s running out.”
This piece from Yahoo Finance breaks down what’s actually happening and what it could mean for your retirement:
https://yhoo.it/4x4vAzw
If it gets you thinking about your own situation, I’d love to connect about financial strategies to help you meet your retirement goals.

07/21/2026

Inflation fatigue is real—and it goes deeper than the price of groceries. It’s the exhaustion that sets in when you’ve been managing rising costs for so long that even thinking about it feels like too much.
This piece from NerdWallet names what so many people are feeling right now, and offers some realistic ways to make things a little easier:
https://bit.ly/4vE26Y3
If it resonates, I’d love to connect on how the current environment is impacting your financial goals and strategies.

07/04/2026

Wishing you an Independence Day full of celebration and tradition. Happy 4th of July!

07/02/2026

Whether you’re an employer looking to enhance your benefits without incurring direct costs, or an individual looking to protect and support your long-term financial security, permanent life insurance options from New York Life can help. Get in touch to learn how today.

06/30/2026

If you've made a large capital gain from selling a property and want to do a 1031 exchange, you might want to pause and consider how that will affect your portfolio in the long term.

If you're considering a 1031 exchange after making a large capital gain from selling a property, stop and ask how it will affect your portfolio in the long term.

06/26/2026

If you have $5 million saved for retirement, your RMDs will change every year. Find out exactly how much you must withdraw at ages 73, 75, 80 and 85.

06/25/2026

Life insurance has a reputation for being complicated. There are a lot of options, and thinking through the decisions behind them isn't always comfortable.

But understanding what's out there is a lot easier than most people expect. We put together a really clear breakdown of the main policy types—what they are, how they differ, and what's worth considering depending on where you are in life:

https://nyl.co/4bbfonw

If it raises any questions or you'd like to talk through what makes sense for your situation, I'm here. Just send me a message.

06/24/2026

Supporting the next generation means planning for education, opportunities, and milestones ahead.
I work with families to help protect what they’ve built and open the door to what’s possible next.
Send me a message today to get started.