Annuity Investing
Learn about the latest news and trends in annuity investing for retirement, including tips on the role of annuity income in portfolios
Annuity Facts: How Do I Know a Fixed Annuity Is Safe Since It's Not FDIC-Insured?
By Kim O'BrienFDIC insurance does not extend to annuities, and that is very much a concern to some consumers - but it is important to remember that FDIC insurance is not free.
November 19, 2010
NAILBA 29: Genworth Eyes Indexed Annuity MarketGenworth Financial Inc. may introduce an indexed annuity in 2011 -- and a long term care insurance policy with an embedded wellness feature.
November 02, 2010
The annuity cure to running out of moneyAn advisor correctly pointed out if one buys an immediate annuity at age 65, and inflation averages 3 percent, the after-inflation income would be cut by 45 percent by age 85.
November 02, 2010
The annuity cure to running out of moneyAn advisor correctly pointed out if one buys an immediate annuity at age 65, and inflation averages 3 percent, the after-inflation income would be cut by 45 percent by age 85.
October 01, 2010
VA sales show signs of recovery, at long lastVariable annuity sales increased 11 percent in the second quarter of 2010, as compared to the prior year, to reach $35.5 billion,
September 30, 2010
VA sales show signs of recovery, at long lastVariable annuity sales increased 11 percent in the second quarter of 2010, as compared to the prior year, to reach $35.5 billion,
September 22, 2010
H.R. 5297: Partial Annuitization Measure to Go to ObamaMembers of the House today voted 237-187 to approve H.R. 5297, a bill that includes a provision that could make it easier for annuity holders to annuitize a portion of the assets held in a contract.
September 22, 2010
Dealing with a Low-Interest-Rate Environment: Annuity LadderingThe solution to the current low-interest rate environment may be annuity laddering, which balances the need to generate income while not locking in too much money for the long term.