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Why Fixed-Rate Annuities Pay More than Bank CDs
annuities Have you looked at the interest rates CDs pay lately? If you’re underwhelmed, you may want to look into a fixed-rate annuity. Each has distinct pros and cons, so compare before investing.
By Ken Nuss Published
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Schwab Intelligent Income vs. an Annuity: Which Is Better?
annuities True, Charles Schwab’s program offers flexible income options for retirees, but when you run the numbers, a good old-fashioned immediate annuity produces more guaranteed lifetime income. Here’s a head-to-head comparison.
By Ken Nuss Published
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How to Turn Your Retirement Account Into a 'Personal Pension Plus'
annuities Just as you insure your home against the risk of fire and flood, so too can you insure another of your most valuable investments from risk: your retirement savings.
By Edward J. Mercier Published
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Some Creative Options to Reduce Investment Risk in IRAs
annuities CDs and bonds have a role, but less-used annuities can offer higher interest rates, secure principal and guaranteed income choices.
By Ken Nuss Published
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How 2 Couples Covered Their Income Gaps for Life with Income Annuities
annuities Here are the stories of two couples and how they took two different paths (using two different types of annuities) to provide enough guaranteed income for a worry-free retirement.
By Ken Nuss Published
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How Fixed Deferred Annuities Can Complete Your Retirement Income Strategy
annuities Making sure you have enough income to go the distance is critical for every retiree, and deferred annuities can be a handy tool to make that happen. Here’s how they work and how to tell if one might be right for you.
By Ken Nuss Published
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Spend Without Worry in Retirement
Financial Planning Fears of running out of money prevent many retirees from tapping the nest egg they’ve worked a lifetime to save. With these strategies, you can generate enough income to pursue your retirement dreams.
By Sandra Block Published
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Don’t Automatically Annuitize an Annuity – Shop Around First
annuities Converting a deferred annuity to a lifetime income annuity can be a great move, but it pays to shop the market instead of routinely annuitizing with the same company.
By Ken Nuss Published
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A Key to Spending without Worry in Retirement: Longevity Insurance
annuities This special type of annuity kicks in with a reliable income stream beginning at age 80 or 85 – meaning your savings only need to get you that far, not indefinitely. That could ease your mind about spending more freely in early retirement.
By Ken Nuss Published
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