Annuities spark plenty of debate between investors and financial advisors. These retirement savings vehicles are insurance products, and, like any other financial instrument, they have advantages and ...

Most Americans build retirement savings through individual retirement accounts or employer-sponsored plans such as 401(k)s.

Fixed indexed annuities tie their performance to a stock market index. They offer principal protection and steady income in retirement. Fixed indexed annuities typically limit the returns you can earn ...

Retirement researchers are often enthusiastic about annuities, but many consumers are reasonably skeptical. Here to discuss basic information about annuities and their pros and cons is Christine Benz, ...

If you’re nearing or already in retirement, the recent market volatility might be giving you pause. With economic uncertainty, rising inflation and stock market fluctuations, protecting your ...

Annuities are a financial product commonly associated with retirement planning due to their ability to provide reliable payments over time. But lately, thanks in large part to their potentially higher ...

Sometimes, it’s better to have a low guaranteed return than it is to take a big risk that might pay off (or might not). That’s the approach more people are taking amid tariffs and geopolitical ...

Like any other financial vehicle, annuities have their pros and cons. But they vary greatly. Different types work differently and accomplish different goals. Some are quite complex; some are ...

While most Americans are feeling the pinch caused by ongoing economic uncertainties, perhaps no group feels its impact as strongly as seniors, especially those on a fixed budget. Despite easing ...