LIMRA released a report that finds U.S. annuity sales have set a record for the first half of 2024. To what do you attribute this? · There are several factors driving the increase in annuity sales. First, regarding demographic trends, baby boomers are retiring. In addition, the industry has done a good job integrating annuity solutions into the retirement income planning process and into tools that advisors use with clients. That makes it more seamless as a solution within a larger overall fin...
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Annuities are insurance contracts that provide guaranteed payments for a set time period, or for life. Before investing in one, it's important to understand their pros and cons.
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What is an annuity? ; An annuity is a product that pays a guaranteed income – usually monthly – for at least as long as you live. You can buy one with some or all of your pension pot, or with your savings. The amount of income you get from an annuity depends on how much money you use to set it up, plus other factors such as your age, health and lifestyle when you take it out. Also keep in mind that your annuity payments are taxed as income which is usually deducted before you receive it. You can use it to provide for loved ones by setting i ...
9 in 10 · retirees and pre-retirees feel it is valuable to have a guaranteed monthly annuity “paycheck” to cover their bills.1 ; 82% · of pre-retirees would pick the annuity over the lump sum if they had to choose.1 ; 96% · of retirees who chose an annuity at retirement believe they’re better off financially than if they had chosen a lump sum. 1
May 1, 2024 • Paul R. Samuelson ; I drive a Chevy Volt, frequent public transportation and bike to work when the weather allows. I’m conservative in my spending and investing and relatively immune to fads. I won’t be baited into paying extra fees for goods or services when I don’t think they’re worth the cost. So readers may find it surprising that I agree with ardent annuity advocates that guaranteed income products hold a rightful place in many clients’ retirement plans. The market...
Annuities, long-term care insurance and reverse mortgages remain unpopular to manage longevity, medical and housing price risks after retirement. We analyze low demand using a life-cycle model stru...
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A pension annuity converts your pension pot into a guaranteed income for the rest of your life. You can use all or part of your pension to buy an annuity from an insurance company. The income you receive from a pension annuity depends on your age, the size of your pension fund, and in some cases, your state of health. Once you buy an annuity, you’ll no longer have any say over how your pension is invested – but you’ll have the security of knowing your income will continue for the rest of y...