Indexed Annuities Gather Steam
By Robert Bloink, William H. ByrnesThe rate at which indexed annuity product features have been changing in recent months can be dizzying to even the most seasoned financial producers, but client interest has never been greater.
September 11, 2012
The Downside of YOLOYOLO shorthand for "You only live once" isn't doing life producers any favors. Also, it's driving me nuts.
September 11, 2012
The Downside of YOLOYOLO shorthand for "You only live once" isn't doing life producers any favors. Also, it's driving me nuts.
September 11, 2012
LTCI Prices: A Distributor SpeaksA veteran long-term care insurance specialist says he thinks more change is coming.
September 11, 2012
LTCI Prices: A Distributor SpeaksA veteran long-term care insurance specialist says he thinks more change is coming.
September 10, 2012
Do CFPs Really Make More Money Than Non-CFPs?A look at compensation suggests that CFPs consistently are paid about $5,000 more than non-CFPs, even before they're making a noticeable difference to a firm's bottom line.
September 10, 2012
Patton’s Fund Picks, Pt. 9: Multi-Alternative and World AllocationIn the final blog in a nine-post series, advisor Mike Patton tells us what funds he likes in the multi-alternative and world allocation categories.
September 10, 2012
What if Ben Bernanke Owned a SPIA?Low interest rates may be great for refinancing homeowners like the Fed chairman. But what if he owned a single premium immediate annuity?
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