Annuities
Annuity news and analysis, including coverage of annuity market regulatory, compliance and legislative issues.
Variable Annuities Set to Drive Industry to $150 Billion in 2011
By Danielle AndrusAnnuity sales fell in the third quarter from the second quarter, but are up from the same period one year ago by 5%, the Insured Retirement Institute announced on Nov. 8.
November 14, 2011
An Annuity Alternative to LTC InsuranceDespite its value, LTC insurance can be a tough sell. LTC annuities, also known as hybrid annuities, can offer a solution to your clients.
November 14, 2011
An Annuity Alternative to LTC InsuranceDespite its value, LTC insurance can be a tough sell. LTC annuities, also known as hybrid annuities, can offer a solution to your clients.
November 13, 2011
When Do IRAs and Annuities Mix?Annuities can be purchased inside an IRA, but is an IRA the right home for an annuity?
November 12, 2011
An Annuity Alternative to LTC InsuranceCan LTC annuities supplement or expand the LTC portion of your practice?
November 11, 2011
Annuity Players Adopt Their Own Suitability StandardsEven after the defeat of 151A, the annuity industry has seen increased regulatory scrutiny, including California enacting an annuity suitability law. But providers say they welcome it.
November 10, 2011
IRI Report: Annuity Sales Up 5% over the Year-Ago PeriodIRI CEO Cathy Weatherford says this year is poised to be an historic one for the industry, as sales continue to outpace benchmarks established last year.
November 10, 2011
IRI Report: Annuity Sales Up 5% over the Year-Ago PeriodIRI CEO Cathy Weatherford says this year is poised to be an historic one for the industry, as sales continue to outpace benchmarks established last year.