What Clients, and Advisors, Misunderstand About Annuities: Advisors' Advice

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When it comes to annuities, the financial community is divided. Some love them, others hate them. Part of that division comes from the fact that annuities can be complicated — and are often misunderstood. So we asked a variety of advisors what they think is most misunderstood about annuities. Not surprisingly, their answers are wide-ranging. --- More Advisors' Advice:

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