Leroy Huizenga, Partner with New York Life

Private equity has been at a standstill for the last several quarters, but is that changing? Louise Smith of Apogem Capital joins host Lauren Goodwin to discuss the private equity landscape: capital conditions, opportunities, risks, and allocation ideas.
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Feeling lost or lacking passion in your career? We've all been there. Natural lulls happen, but there are ways to turn things around. Check out these tips on rejuvenating your career.

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“One ought, every day at least, to hear a little song, read a good poem, see a fine picture, and, if it were possible, to speak a few reasonable words." —Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe. Every day is an opportunity to explore something creative or reflective. What song, book, or other form of art interested you recently?

As tuition costs continue to rise, learn actionable tips and strategies on how to reduce college expenses and increase your chances of securing financial assistance.

8 Strategies To Secure Financial Aid And Reduce College Expenses Learn actionable tips and strategies on how to reduce college costs and increase your chances of securing financial assistance.

Millennials' finances are a mixed bag, with some hit incredibly hard by the 2008-09 Great Recession or COVID-19 pandemic, while many have since earned good jobs, engaged in smart retirement planning and secured what may be the last truly low mortgage interest rates on homes.

I’m a Millennial in Great Financial Shape — 11 Steps I Took To Get Here Millennials' finances are a mixed bag, with some hit incredibly hard as young workers during the Great Recession of 2008-09 and others suffering during the COVID-19 pandemic. Yet many millennials have...

New York Life offers a couple different solutions along these lines. If you’re getting deep into your 40s or early 50s, flexible LTC insurance is a crucial part of your financial plan.

Hybrid policies are becoming increasingly popular because you would receive the long-term care benefit if you develop a health condition and need care, but if you never need to use it, your loved ones will get the full death benefit when you die.

Source: 2024 Insurance Barometer Study, Life Happens and LIMRA.

Friends, I'm happy to announce I recently graduated from New York Life's six-month Associate Partner program and have transitioned to full Partner.

I joined NYL in the Accelerated Path to Management program, where one serves as an agent and registered rep for up to twelve months to learn the ropes and then transitions to partnership. Hit the metrics in six, entered the program in month 8.

The training and support has been top-shelf. I was coming out of academia (I was Associate Dean of Arts & Sciences at a great university) with experience in leadership and management but not in finance or sales. The training and support made all the difference.

If I can succeed as an agent and Partner, other career switchers with similar experience can too, whatever the industry. If you're in a similar boat and looking for a great opportunity, reach out to me.

(Pictured here with Michelle Florence, CVP of Management Development, at our ceremony)

Tyson Vines’ story shows the different outcomes his family faced with and without life insurance over the past two generations.
Tyson Vines’ family experienced two very different stories over the course of his childhood – one ended in auction, the other in action. Watch Tyson’s story to see how his father changed their family legacy from one of loss to one of love. https://bit.ly/2CMU621 (2:51)

Did you know that over 70% of Americans over the age of 65 will need some form of long-term care in their lives? Planning for retirement means preparing for life's uncertainties. This National Senior Citizens Day, reach out and let's work together to ensure you're well-prepared for the future.

Long Term Care Insurance Costs by State and Region | New York Life Use New York Life's tool to access long term care insurance cost information by state and region. Learn more about long term care costs and what they include.

With back-to-school season upon us, it's a great time to think about your long-term financial goals. Whether it's saving for college, planning for retirement, or ensuring your family's financial security, I'm here to help every step of the way. Reach out, and let's work together to make sure you're prepared for whatever the future holds.

Employee benefits are more important now than ever before. With many employees in search for better benefits, consider offering your Employee’s Whole Life Insurance from New York Life. Learn more here:

Employee’s Whole Life – Insurance Protection | New York Life Thinking about purchasing a life insurance policy through your employer? Learn how employee’s whole life from New York Life can protect you and your family.

Worried about your retirement? You're not alone. Only 33% of retirees feel confident that they have enough money to last through retirement. On this Senior Citizens Day, let's change that statistic together. Reach out to learn how my tailored retirement strategies can help you feel more secure about your financial future.

US markets are down 2.28 to 2.89 percent today as I type this. This is not a cause for panic. World markets were significantly more volatile last night.

What will matter is the short term trend—that is, the rest of the week. The possibility of more kinetic activity in the Middle East is in many ways already priced in. What would cause a major downturn would be a sudden, “black swan” event—like COVID, China moving on Taiwan, etc.

So my quick friendly advice is not to worry, don’t look too deeply at your portfolios, and hold whatever course. But if you are concerned and you’d like a conversation, reach out.

In 1885, New York Life hired its first female employee, Winifred Supple, 35 years before women had the right to vote. Today, four of the past eight Council presidents—the top agent in the company by annual sales—have been women. If you’re looking for a career with a history of inclusion, equity, and support, let’s talk.

Grief is a complex journey. The emotional, mental, and physical reactions to personal loss can be difficult and confusing. This interactive site can help you sort things out. It offers different kinds of resources about how to cope with grief. You will hear how grief has affected other families, and what’s helped them thrive, and even find joy.
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As a parent, one of the greatest gifts you can give yourself—and your family—is the assurance of a secure retirement. That's why it's important to plan ahead to ensure financial stability during your non-working years. Give your future self a pat on the back by reaching out and letting me help you build the retirement you deserve.

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IRS issues new guidance for inherited IRAs, digital advertising taxes, wealth taxes, industry updates and more. Planning ahead can help with the unexpected.

Tax Breaks: Planning Can Help You Deal With The Unexpected Our latest edition of Tax Breaks. Plus: IRS issues new guidance for inherited IRAs, saying no to bad tax advice, digital advertising taxes, wealth taxes and more.

Juvenile insurance gives children a head-start setting up their financial foundation for life. Reach out to me.

The Dougherty Family College at the University of St. Thomas in Minneapolis, MN is working to eliminate educational attainment gaps. Read to find out more about how to support low-income college students.

How To Support Low-Income College Students The Dougherty Family College at the University of St. Thomas in Minneapolis, MN is working to eliminate educational attainment gaps.

Your family's financial security is as important to us as it is to you. Put it in the hands of an agent you can trust.

Speak to a Local Professional | New York Life Looking at an insurance plan or investment, but not sure where to start? Submit your information here, and a New York Life agent will reach out to help.

Yes, more can go wrong when you are presenting virtually. Here's how to plan for it.

Own the virtual room in your next presentation - SmartBrief Recently, I was one-third of the way through delivering a virtual, high-stakes client presentation when my screen went blank — that’s right blank. When I went to grab the document I had been sharing, it was gone. Stressed, I took a deep breath and asked my client, Barbara, to bring up the duplic...

The estate tax exclusion limit is scheduled to sunset with the expiration of the 2017 tax cuts on January 1, 2026, and the impact to many people--business owners, landowners, and others--could be significant. The time to plan is now. New York Life's team can help you take action now to avoid surprises. Reach out to me for a conversation.

Entering the job market as a recent graduate can be exciting yet daunting, especially with little experience. Transitioning from academia to the working world has its challenges, but you can succeed with the right approach. Here are some job search tips from career experts tailored for recent graduates.
If I can help you in any way with your career search, please don't hesitate to reach out.
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Risk management expert, Mark Browne explains why premature death and disability protection is essential for long-term financial security. Learn more.

Five steps to managing the risk of income loss | New York Life Protecting your income sources is a key part of managing financial risk. Learn how life and disability insurance can help with your long-term financial goals.

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We’re looking to add financial professionals with diverse backgrounds and perspectives to reach the many communities we serve. We’ll give you the training and the tools to help people in the communities you care about.