Annuities
News, insights and expert analysis on annuities from the team at Kiplinger.
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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
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Are Annuities Safe? An Industry Expert Explains the RisksDifferent types offer different levels of potential risk. Here's how to choose wisely, from an annuities pro.
By Ken Nuss
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How Annuities Can Help if Markets Cause You Restless NightsIf you find market volatility too stressful, buying annuities that provide stability and protect your principal could help you rest easier. Here's what to consider.
By Zachariah Hammel
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Fixed Indexed Annuities and Bonds: The Perfect Match?The prospect of more interest rate cuts has investors wondering how to enhance the bond portion of their portfolio. A fixed indexed annuity could be the answer.
By Keith Wiltfong, CFP®, CIMA®
