Buying an annuity is a major financial decision. You’re often tying up your money for a long time and, since many people use these financial products to fund their retirement, you’ll be relying on ...

Planning your retirement can mean balancing a lot of needs and wants, but one goal generally reigns supreme: stability. Your quest for a reliable source of income in your golden years may prompt you ...

There is a good chance that annuities have come up in any retirement discussion or when you sat down with a financial advisor. And, for good reason. Annuities are often promoted to guarantee a steady ...

Annuities can guarantee you lifetime income, but they have their drawbacks. Ramsey isn’t a fan of their high fees and commissions. A fixed annuity may also do a poor job of keeping up with inflation.

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 ...

We may receive commissions from some links to products on this page. Promotions are subject to availability and retailer terms. But while annuities are considered a reliable way to ensure financial ...

A recent WSJ article recommended that annuities be a default option in retirement plans. The author responds to readers’ questions and concerns.

The annuity industry is shifting quickly, and the changes coming in 2026 will demand more from every financial professional. We're getting more questions than ever about protected income, taxes and ...

This week I try to address some of the questions that have been raised during these unusual times for federal retirement planning and decision-making. There have been a lot of questions from employees ...

There is a good chance that annuities have come up in any retirement discussion or when you sat down with a financial advisor. And, for good reason. Annuities are often promoted to guarantee a steady ...