Otto A. Kuehne, CLU, MSFS-Agent

Otto Kuehne has been involved in the insurance industry and the marketing of insurance products for over 30 years. With his experience, outstanding service and extensive knowledge, he has attained levels rarely achieved within the industry. Otto has consistently qualified for the prestigious Million Dollar Round Table.* He has also become one of the leading producers in the Buffalo area.

As an agent with New York Life Insurance Company, Otto is proud of the reputation he has built with his clientele. His ability to meet customers' needs and help them make informed decisions is constant and overriding. This sense of dedicated commitment over the years has resulted in a solid client base through referrals from satisfied clients.

In addition to being an agent for New York Life Insurance Company, Otto is a registered representative for NYLIFE Securities LLC, 6400 Main Street, Suite 110, Williamsville, NY 14421, (716) 631-2323, offering securities products to individuals residing in the state of New York, MA, FL, CO, & CA .

Otto's commitment to continuing education reinforces his reputation. Continuing to seek skills to provide extensive insurance planning services, he pursued his education through the American College by attaining the Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU) and Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC) designations. This pursuit of excellence is further supported through the recent completion of the Master Series - a course of study which has led to the Master of Science in Financial Services (MSFS) degree.

Professional Credentials & Designations:
Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU)
Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC)
Master of Science in Financial Services (MSFS)
Qualifying and Life Member, Million Dollar Round Table*
National Quality Award - A proud qualifier for 20 years
Member, New York State AIFA
Member, NAIFA
Member, Society of Financial Service Professionals

*The Million Dollar Round Table is recognized throughout the industry as the standard of excellence in life insurance sales performance.

My Staff
My wife, Cindy, is my assistant providing backup support and client service. Between Cindy and our clerical staff, satisfying client needs is our primary concern. We take great pride in providing friendly service in a timely and efficient manner. Our purpose is to add value to our client relationships by extending courteous and knowledgeable service with compassion.

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. As a New York Life insurance agent, and a Registered Representative of NYLIFE Securities LLC, I am a trained professional 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 my Web site as a resource, and do not hesitate to contact me for additional information or to schedule a meeting. Thank you for your interest.

Otto Kuehne is an agent licensed to sell insurance through New York Life and may be licensed with various other independent unaffiliated insurance companies in the states of NY, PA, OH, MI, MA, FL, CO, GA, RI, & TX. No insurance business may be conducted outside this/these state(s) referenced.

Otto Kuehne is a Registered Representative of and offers securities products & services through NYLIFE Securities LLC, Member FINRA/SIPC, a Licensed Insurance Agency. In this regard, this communication is strictly intended for individuals residing in the states of NY, MA, FL, CO, & CA. No offers may be made or accepted from any resident outside the specific state(s) referenced.

Otto Kuehne 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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