Annuities
News, insights and expert analysis on annuities from the team at Kiplinger.
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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Kiplinger Readers' Choice Awards 2026: Annuity Providers*These are the best annuity providers chosen by Kiplinger readers.
By Rachael Green
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Retirement Tax Breaks That Could Cut Your Tax Rate in HalfIncorporating housing wealth and lifetime annuities in your retirement income plan can offer a significant tax-cost advantage over an investment-only plan.
By Jerry Golden, Investment Adviser Representative
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16 Retirement Mistakes You Will Regret ForeverFrom saving too little to claiming Social Security too early, there are plenty of ways that current and future retirees can sabotage their golden years.
By Bob Niedt
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Too Scared to Dive Into Annuities? Here's One Way to Dip Your Toe InAlong with CDs, fixed-rate annuities often pay more than money market funds and savings accounts. If you’re nervous about them, here’s one way to test the water.
By Ken Nuss
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What Football Can Teach You About Protecting Your RetirementFootball can teach retirement investors a lot about managing risk. And if predictions of a markets slump are accurate, one strategy will be particularly useful.
By Phil Simonides, CFP®
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Old Annuities Carry Untapped Potential for You and Your Clients: Here's WhyAnnuities bought years ago may no longer reflect clients' needs or the economy. Conducting thorough reviews will optimize their finances and grow your business.
By Jake Klima
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Income and Life Expectancy Not Adding Up? Consider An AnnuityIncreasing longevity means you could outlive the money you've saved for retirement. Social Security may not bridge the gap, but an income annuity could help.
By Ken Nuss
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Markets Will Always Be Volatile: Retirement Doesn't Have to BeInstead of worrying about the markets and running out of money in retirement, you might consider buying an annuity that guarantees you a lifetime income.
By David Chavern
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Add Lifetime Annuities to Unlock Home Equity and Tax BenefitsCombining a QLAC with a HECM can help mass affluent retirees secure guaranteed lifetime income, tax advantages and liquid savings to cover late-in-life expenses.
By Jerry Golden, Investment Adviser Representative
