Judah Helkowski, Agent with New York Life Insurance Company

Homeowners cannot avoid property taxes, but there are strategies to potentially decrease your bill.

How to Reduce Your Property Tax

When it comes to retirement savings, there's a lot to consider when preparing for the future—including managing costs for extended periods of care. Read this article to learn more about how to ensure you're prepared.

Retirement Planning Checklist | Bankrate Retirement planning requires thinking ahead and being flexible. Check these five items off your savings to-do list to get started.

Having a personal trainer can be a big help if you want to stay in shape. The same is true when it comes to your financial fitness. Reach out, and together we can discuss some holistic strategies to help get your financial health in tip-top shape.

For dads, some decisions are easy—like deciding between charcoal or gas. However, when it comes to making important financial decisions, having a trusted partner you can talk to can ensure your goals don't go up in smoke. Reach out and together we'll come up with a financial strategy.

You may not think you need life insurance when you're young and healthy, but that's actually the best time to get it. The right policy can help you pay for expenses, grow wealth over time, and save money by locking in your rates early. Reach out and do more for your financial health this .

According to New York Life's Wealth Watch 2024 outlook survey, only 37% of adults met or exceeded their savings goal for 2023 without having a financial strategy. Want to achieve more of your financial goals? Reach out, and I'll help you come up with a strategy for the rest of 2024 and beyond.

Learn how whole life insurance can help build lifelong security for those you love, while also building cash value that can be passed on, generation after generation. Reach out, and let's start securing your family's financial future today.

What is Whole Life Insurance? | New York Life Wondering what is whole life insurance and why do you need it? New York Life tells you everything you need to know.

Don't let debt prevent your family from achieving its goals. Having a solid financial strategy can not only help you pay off debt faster, but it can help you be more financially prepared for the important things in life. Need help? Reach out, and together we'll come up with a strategy that works.

Married Life - Plan For Life After The Wedding | New York Life Are you prepared for the next big life moves following your wedding? Discover how you can plan ahead for married life today with help from New York Life.

Believing this myth about credit cards could actually harm your credit score in the long run. Here's why people tend to fall for it anyway.

The No. 1 credit card myth that 'just will not seem to die'—why you shouldn’t fall for it

Monthly survey shows American consumers feel more gloomy about the economy.

These 2 charts show just how little faith Americans have in the economy The University of Michigan's monthly survey of how Americans feel about the economy took a nosedive in May as consumers feel more gloomy.

When you spend money on a product or service, there’s often the unspoken expectation that you’ll get exactly what you paid for. That relates to both the quantity and quality of a product or service. Sometimes that doesn’t happen, and in those instances, you may be experiencing shrinkflation.

Shrinkflation: What It Is and How to Beat It - NerdWallet Shrinkflation happens when a company reduces the quantity or size of a product but sells it at the same price.

Worried about the impact of inflation? Diversifying your holdings can help hedge against inflation and bring you closer to your goals.
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One shopping binge 18 years ago is not likely to have sent you down the path to financial devastation, nor will that horrible auto lease you jumped into before you were financially mature enough to know better. But if those two small mistakes were followed by routine overspending, adding to growing credit card debt, multiple refinances of your home mortgage on top of more car leases, those minor problems grew into major problems.

Finances unraveling? Don't let mistakes set you back. The antidote is to correct the small mistakes as they occur.

Concerns about the future of Social Security have long been a major political issue in the United States, but a generational divide is now emerging that could impact the future of one of the country's most popular government programs.

Will the money run out? Young Americans and boomers butt heads over future reforms to Social Security Experts worry millions could “plunge into poverty.”

It may feel like the IRS taxes most of your hard-earned money, but some types of income are nontaxable.

Types of Income the IRS Doesn't Tax

Single parents deserve all the respect—and help—they can get. While there’s no checklist for what to do when you become a single parent, I can help you with the financial solutions you need to give them the life they deserve.

Life Insurance and Finance Tips for Single Parents | New York Life Read New York Life's complete guide to financial planning and life insurance tips for single parents for helpful tips.

Learn how whole life insurance can help build lifelong security for those you love, while also building cash value that can be passed on, generation after generation. Reach out, and let's start securing your family's financial future today.

What is Whole Life Insurance? | New York Life Wondering what is whole life insurance and why do you need it? New York Life tells you everything you need to know.

An important part of family wellness is ensuring you are prepared for unexpected or unwelcome changes. Whether it's a sudden job loss, an unplanned medical expense, or even car repairs, having a safety net can ease stress and keep your family on track. Here are some tips to help you build an emergency fund.

Why you should have an Emergency Fund | New York Life Setting aside funds for the unexpected is key to being able to address emergencies. Let New York Life explain why you should have an emergency fund.

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Starting your first business can be thrilling, but if you don't have all your ducks in a row, it can quickly turn into a nightmare. Learn how the right business insurance can help keep your dream alive. Reach out, and I can go over exactly what you need (and what you don’t) to stay protected.

Which Types of Business Insurance Do I Need? | New York Life Successfully running a business requires you to hold many insurance policies. Learn what types of insurance you may need to protect your small business.

On average, Americans appear to be managing their credit scores well, according to data from Equifax. Here's how it breaks down by age.

Here is the average credit score at every age in the U.S.—see how yours stacks up