Annuities
News, insights and expert analysis on annuities from the team at Kiplinger.
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Are You a Baby Boomer With $500,000 or Less Saved for Retirement?
Here are seven ideas Baby Boomers can consider to help make the most of their financial resources for retirement.
By Cyrus Bamji
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Buying an Annuity? Avoid These Five Common Mistakes
Annuities are becoming more popular but if you choose the wrong one it could create a liquidity problem.
By Donna Fuscaldo
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Three Reasons It May Be Time for an Annuity 'Refresh'
Because of higher interest rates, inflation and newer annuity products, you could get a better deal today. Don't wait, though: Interest rates could start falling.
By David S. Corman
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10 Ways to Generate Retirement Income
Each of these retirement income strategies has benefits and drawbacks. Here's what to consider to help you decide which ones might work for you.
By Mike Decker, NSSA®
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The 4% Rule Doesn't Mean You Won't Go Broke in Retirement
This rule of thumb on how much retirees can safely withdraw per year could lead some to run dry if stocks hit the skids. Annuities could help cover their bases.
By Ken Nuss
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Must-Know Annuity Terms and Glossary
Annuities don't have to be intimidating if you understand these key terms
By Donna Fuscaldo
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What's Better Than Investing in Crypto? These 'Boring' Picks
Cryptocurrency may be good for a thrill, but older investors are better off with assets like bonds, guaranteed annuities, CDs and maybe dividend-paying stocks.
By Ken Nuss
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Buying an Annuity? Avoid These Three Classic Mistakes
Annuities can be a sensible option for retirement, offering steady income in your later years. But these common traps can damage your investment.
By Jason “JB” Beckett
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Three Options for Retirees With an Old (Forgotten) Annuity
Did you buy an annuity in the 2000s? If it’s been out of sight and out of mind since then, it's time to dust it off and start making it pay for your retirement.
By Evan T. Beach, CFP®, AWMA®
