Annuities
An annuity is an insurance contract where you, the purchaser, pay an insurance company to invest your money, allowing it to grow tax-deferred. In some instances, the annuity later provides a stream of income, which could cover a set length of time or be for life. Annuities can be complicated and they’re not for everyone. Before considering an annuity, there are some basics you should know, including what annuities are, what options they provide and how safe your money will be. Start with our beginner's guide: everything you should know about annuities then work your way through our other features and guides.
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The Tax Rules to Consider Before Buying an Annuity
Annuities can play a valuable role in your retirement plan — as long as the tax implications have been properly factored in. Here's an outline of the key rules.
By Carlos Dias Jr., Wealth Adviser Published
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How Are Annuity Withdrawals Taxed?
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16 Retirement Mistakes You Will Regret Forever
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How to Create a Retirement Plan That Checks All Your Boxes
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By Jerry Golden, Investment Adviser Representative Published
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Five Things I Wish I’d Known Before I Retired
Not only can these insights save you a boatload of stress later in life, but they can help ensure that you have a happy retirement.
By Pam Krueger Last updated
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With Fixed Indexed Annuities, Zero Is Your Hero
Fixed indexed annuities are retirement tools that can offer potential growth as well as principal protection by limiting market risk. Here's how they work.
By Zachary Steinhandler, Investment Advisor Representative Published
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Fixed Index Annuities as Retirement Tools: Pros and Cons
With so many fixed index annuity products available, each with its own contract terms and varying rates, it's crucial to invest in an FIA that fits your retirement plan.
By Cliff Ambrose, FRC℠, CAS® Last updated
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Five Things About Annuities That May Surprise You
They're more varied, flexible and cost-effective than most people think, so don't let their complexity scare you off.
By Ken Nuss Published
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Five Ways to Lower Your Risk in Retirement
If you're losing sleep at night worrying about your investments, you might want to consider the benefits of protecting at least some of your principal.
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