Annuities

Predictable retirement income, structured around the life you want.

Fixed, indexed, and immediate annuities explained in plain English — so you can decide what role, if any, an annuity should play in your retirement plan.

Types of annuities

Three core categories — each solves a different problem.

Annuities are not one-size-fits-all. The right type depends on whether you want guaranteed growth, market-linked upside with downside protection, or an immediate income stream. We'll walk you through the trade-offs and help you decide if any of them belong in your plan.

Fixed annuities

Guaranteed interest rate for a set term. Predictable, conservative growth — similar in feel to a CD, with tax-deferred treatment.

Fixed indexed annuities

Growth tied to a market index with a protective floor. You participate in upside without losing principal to market downturns.

Immediate annuities

Convert a lump sum into a guaranteed monthly income stream — for life, or for a set number of years.

Why people consider annuities

A tool for protecting what you've worked decades to build.

Principal protection

Properly structured annuities can shield your nest egg from market losses while still allowing for growth.

Income you can't outlive

Annuities are one of the only financial tools that can guarantee lifetime income — a counterweight to longevity risk.

Tax-deferred growth

Earnings grow tax-deferred until you withdraw, which can compound meaningfully over time.

Annuities involve fees, surrender charges, and contract terms that vary by carrier. We'll walk through the fine print so you understand exactly what you're agreeing to before you sign anything.

Answers

Frequently asked questions

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