Gregory S. Lucchesi, Financial Services Professional, Nylife Securities LLC

09/23/2026

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.

09/22/2026

Industry research estimates that significant wealth will transfer between generations in the coming decades.* Balancing lifetime income with legacy goals is an important part of retirement planning.

Let’s talk about strategies designed to help support both objectives.

*Cerulli Associates, U.S. High-Net-Worth & Wealth Transfer Outlook, recent release.

09/22/2026

Americans are increasingly confident about their money skills, but the numbers tell a different story. Read more about a recent study.

A new data point shows that financial literacy is not just low, but deteriorating.

09/21/2026

The traditional retirement playbook is changing, and a growing number of retirees are making a surprising housing decision for financial and family reasons.

09/21/2026

Whether you’re a parent or grandparent, a 529 plan is one of the best ways to invest in a child’s future. That’s because these plans give you a tax-advantaged way to prepare for the cost of college, trade school—even K–12 tuition.
Reach out to me today and let me show you how easy it is to get started.

09/21/2026

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09/20/2026

Summer spending can leave you with higher credit card balances and lower savings. Learn how to recover from a financial hangover and reset your budget before fall.

Summer vacations, family outings and impulse purchases can strain your budget. Here's how to get your savings and spending back on track before the holidays.

09/19/2026

Health risks don’t stop at retirement, and planning for them is an important part of preparing for the future.

More than three-quarters of adults live with at least one chronic condition, and the costs associated with care can add up over time, impacting savings and retirement goals.

Let’s talk about how planning ahead for healthcare and long-term needs can help you feel more confident about the road ahead.

Source: LIMRA (2026), The Growing Influence of Health Risks on Retirement Security

09/18/2026

The Federal Reserve has remained cautious about interest rates as inflation concerns have heightened, leading to uncertainity about the state of the US economy.

Federal Reserve officials have sent mixed signals on the path of interest rates as inflation concerns have intensified, fueling uncertainty about the outlook for the US economy.

09/18/2026

People are living longer and as a result, retirement lasts longer. That means retirement planning is about creating an income strategy designed to support a longer time horizon.

If you'd like to revisit your retirement plans and discuss how a longer retirement may affect your goals, let's connect.