Buffer ETFs vs. Annuities: Which Are Better for Retirement Income?

Expert Opinion January 14, 2025 at 05:37 PM
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  • Since 2019, the number of buffer ETFs has increased from 23 to just under 300.
  • They might be a better fit for clients who don’t want to tie up sums of money in an annuity and want some investment flexibility.
  • Annuities offer lifetime guaranteed payments and also often come with high fees and expenses.
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