Annuities
Annuity news and analysis, including coverage of annuity market regulatory, compliance and legislative issues.
Don’t underestimate ‘old school’ direct mail
By Jean M. GianfagnaIts tried-and-true techniques still work.
February 01, 2013
How to earn a fortuneHelping your clients make life-changing financial decisions is easier than you might think.
February 01, 2013
MetLife to acquire Chilean pension business ProvidaMetLife agreed to purchase Chiles largest private pension fund, AFP Provida S.A., for $2 billion.
February 01, 2013
Fee- or commission-based: Does it matter to seniors?We spoke with senior clients recently to find out if their advisor is fee- or commission-based. Following are highlights from those conversations.
January 31, 2013
Have salespeople forgotten how to sell?Dont let your sales skills get rusty chasing the newest technology.
January 31, 2013
Will concerns hamper guaranteed annuity use in retirement plans?A DOL advisory group was urged to drop liability for plan sponsors that furnish guaranteed products materials to plan participants.
January 30, 2013
Want to be in the top 10 percent?Make a commitment today to develop your skills to the fullest.
January 30, 2013
Exploring the impact of interest rates on annuities, life productsWith interest rates near all-time lows, the entire industry is feeling the squeeze. The question remains: Are we at the bottom yet?