For those gearing up for retirement, there seem to be countless terms and strategies to know, not the least of which is an annuity. The…
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Types of Annuities
Annuities are an investment product that can deliver great value to the beneficiary, both immediately and in the future. An annuity offers guaranteed income for…
The Fixed Annuity
A fixed annuity is a vehicle that allows you, the annuitant, to deposit a lump sum that then generates a fixed rate of return for…
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The Variable Annuity
Out of all the categories of annuities, a variable annuity is often the most misunderstood. That is because variable annuities have many moving parts, including…
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The Indexed Annuity
An indexed annuity, sometimes referred to as an equity-index annuity, is a contract between you and an insurance company in which the issuing company promises…
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When to buy an Annuity?
Annuities can be incredibly beneficial retirement income planning vehicles because of the advantages they offer over other savings and investment chassis. From tax deferral on…
Fixed Annuity Pros & Cons
PART I: FIXED ANNUITIES You already know that annuities can be an important cornerstone of your retirement investment strategy, but with all the options available,…
Variable Annuity Pros & Cons
Part II: Variable Rate Annuities A variable rate annuity has some similarities to a fixed rate annuity in that you are placing your money into…