Annuities
News, insights and expert analysis on annuities from the team at Kiplinger.
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A Guide to Personalizing Your Retirement Plan for Maximum Impact
This strategy challenges conventional retirement rules of thumb by combining traditional savings, home equity and annuities to provide higher income and liquid savings and help cover long-term care costs.
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Annuity Fees: What You Don't Know Could Cost You Thousands in Retirement
How much in annuity fees is too much and how do you know if you're overpaying?
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I Want to Buy an Annuity, but I'm Scared I'll Get Ripped Off. Should I Get One Anyway?
An annuity is a way to achieve lifetime income in retirement, but you need to understand how this product works before making a purchase.
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How Much Income Can You Get From an Annuity? An Annuities Expert Gets Specific
Here's a detailed look at income annuities and the factors that determine your payout now and in the future.
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Engineering Reliable Retirement Income in 2025: An Expert Guide
For dependable income, consider using a bucket strategy and annuities in tandem to promote structure, flexibility and peace of mind.
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What if You Could Increase Your Retirement Income by 50% to 75%? Here's How
Combining IRA investments, lifetime income annuities and a HECM into one plan could significantly increase your retirement income and liquid savings compared to traditional planning.
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A Financial Adviser's Defense of Annuities: They're Just Misunderstood
Annuities can offer retirement income stability and security against market volatility, though some do have drawbacks. The key is to understand their features before buying.
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Annuities: Do You Need Guaranteed Income In Retirement?
Annuities are now an option in some 401(k)s but that doesn't mean they should be included in your retirement plan.
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What the HECM? Combine It With a QLAC and See What Happens
Combining a reverse mortgage known as a HECM with a QLAC (qualifying longevity annuity contract) can provide longevity protection, tax savings and liquidity for unplanned expenses.
