Annuities can help secure financial stability in retirement. Annuities can be passed to beneficiaries, allowing you to pass them to the people or charities you care about. These vehicles can be ...

Annuities can be very useful retirement planning tools for the right type of investor. But they can also be confusing and full of restrictions, so it’s important to understand what you’re getting into ...

Anyone choosing a 401(k) must do so knowing the volatility risks of the market. Going with an annuity means guaranteed income after retirement. Both annuities and 401(k) accounts have pros and cons.

Are you concerned about running out of money in retirement? While it’s great news that people are living longer than ever–it makes planning for retirement much more difficult. Read More: 5 Genius ...

While most Americans are feeling the pinch caused by ongoing economic uncertainties, perhaps no group feels its impact as strongly as seniors, especially those on a fixed budget. Despite easing ...

If you’re nearing or already in retirement, the recent market volatility might be giving you pause. With economic uncertainty, rising inflation and stock market fluctuations, protecting your ...

If you're nearing retirement and thinking about turning your savings into guaranteed monthly income, a $250,000 annuity might seem like a smart move. An annuity is a financial contract you buy from an ...

Are you torn between an annuity and a certificate of deposit (CD)? Both options are a safe way to grow your money and earn a guaranteed return. However, there are key differences between the two to be ...

Elizabeth Snyder, owner and CEO of Main Street Financial Partners, discusses the role fixed indexed annuities can play in your retirement portfolio. Elizabeth Snyder, CEO and owner of Main Street ...

Unlike their parents, baby boomers can't count on employer-sponsored pensions to support upon retirement. Boomers will have to come up with another way to ensure financial security. With 76 million ...

“Annuities protect different risks so you can normally choose an annuity that best matches the needs of a client,” explains Alan Higham, chairman of Annuity Direct. “Annuities that protect all the ...