Joseph A. Ackil, Jr., LUTCF

As with most other things in life, the key to achieving your long-term financial objectives is planning. Your goal may be to fund your children’s college education, protect your family during your working years, or guarantee your own retirement security. These things won’t happen by accident. It’s important to determine what you’d like to achieve financially and then map out a strategy that will help you meet those goals. The good news is that it’s never too late to start.

Of course, planning your financial future can be intimidating. Luckily, you don't have to do it alone. We are trained professionals who can help you identify your financial needs and then determine which insurance and financial products can best help you meet your objectives.

Please use our Web site as a resource, and do not hesitate to contact us for additional information or to schedule a meeting. Thank you for your interest.

Joseph Ackil is an agent licensed to sell insurance through New York Life Insurance Company and may be licensed with various other independent unaffiliated insurance companies in the state of Massachusetts. No insurance business may be conducted outside this state referenced.

Joseph Ackil is a Registered Representative of and offers securities products & services through NYLIFE Securities, Member FINRA/SIPC, a licensed insurance agency. In this regard, this communication is strictly intended for individuals residing in the state of Massachusetts. No offers may be made or accepted from any resident outside the specific state referenced.

Ackil Financial & Insurance Services is not owned or operated by NYLIFE Securities or its affiliates.

Neither Ackil FInancial & Insurance Services, its employees nor NYLIFE Securities LLC or its subsidiaries render tax, legal or accounting advice.  Please consult your professional advisors regarding your particular situation.

Joseph Ackil is licensed to offer mutual funds and variable products. Market Watch information is provided for informational purposes and is not considered an offering of securities.
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