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Ann Ruffner, RICP®, CLTC®

Financial Services Professional

Ann is a Financial Services Professional who has dedicated her career to helping individuals and families untangle the complexities of retirement planning. She enjoys supporting those preparing for their next chapter and those already enjoying the rewards of a well-planned retirement. Nearly two decades in the financial industry has taught her that achieving true security in retirement goes far beyond simply saving money; it encompasses every emotional and practical financial decision we make on the way to a fulfilling life and legacy.   

Prior to becoming a partner at Hooz Wealth Strategies, Ann’s early experience in service and operations helped shape the thoughtful, detail-oriented approach that continues to shape the way she serves clients today. As the world of automation continues to evolve, Ann believes that delivering a truly personal and dependable client experience requires trust, responsiveness, and genuine human connection.

Ann has been an agent with New York Life since 2011 and is currently a partner at Hooz Wealth Strategies and Insurance Solutions, LLC. She is a Financial Services Professional and holds the Certification for Long-Term Care (CLTC) and the Retirement Income Certified Professional (RICP) designations.

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Disclosure

Jason Hooz, Ryan Ballesteros, Amy Gomez, and Ann Ruffner are agents of and licensed to sell insurance through New York Life Insurance Company and may be licensed with various other independent unaffiliated insurance companies in select jurisdictions. Insurance products and services may be offered only in jurisdictions where the agents are properly licensed. State license numbers shown where specifically required. Additional jurisdictions available upon request.
Jason Hooz (AR Insurance License #1279828) (CA Insurance License #0577932).
Ryan Ballesteros (CA Insurance License #0K76334).
Amy Gomez (AR Insurance License #18389494) (CA Insurance License #SEE #149921).
Ann Ruffner (AR Insurance License #16149344) (CA Insurance License #0H32491).

The following individuals are Registered Representatives of and offer securities products & services through NYLIFE Securities LLC, Member FINRA/SIPC, a licensed insurance agency, and a wholly-owned subsidiary of New York Life Insurance Company:
Jason Hooz, 1601 S De Anza Blvd Ste 255, Cupertino, CA 95014, 408-447-8500.
Ryan Ballesteros, 1601 S De Anza Blvd Ste 225, Cupertino, CA 95014, 408-391-2365.
Amy Gomez, 1601 S De Anza Blvd Ste 255, Cupertino, CA 95014.
Ann Ruffner, 1601 S De Anza Blvd Ste 255, Cupertino, CA 95014, 408-447-8500.

Jason Hooz, and Ryan Ballesteros are also Financial Advisers with Eagle Strategies LLC, a Registered Investment Adviser, and a wholly-owned subsidiary of New York Life Insurance Company. Advisory services are offered only in jurisdictions where the financial advisers and Eagle Strategies LLC are properly registered.

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