Annuities
Annuity news and analysis, including coverage of annuity market regulatory, compliance and legislative issues.
Consumers vote: Best and worst life insurance carriers
By Lynette GilWhen it comes to customer service and financial strength ratings, these life insurance carriers come out on top.
November 03, 2015
Military not impressed with new retirement planMany career military service members want noncareer military to have a retirement planbut they dont want their own pensions to disappear. And they don't want a defined contribution plan either.
November 03, 2015
Donald Trump proposes VA reformsAs Donald Trump begins to lose ground in state and national polls, he is unveiling a plan aimed at reforming the Veterans Administration.
November 02, 2015
What Annuities Can (and Can’t) Do for RetireesWith proper handling and expectations, annuities are powerful retirement income tools, Michael Finke writes.
November 02, 2015
Is email killing your sales productivity?If you want to be a smarter salesperson and get more done in less time, you need to kick the email addiction. Here's how.
November 02, 2015
Managing the Variables in a Variable Annuity ExchangeA variable annuity exchange is typically tax-free but hidden risks exist, and watch for the DOL fiduciary rules take on VA sales.
November 02, 2015
Are Americans more focused on short- or long-term finances?Recent study explores whether households of all ages and income levels are shortsighted when it comes to their finances.
November 01, 2015
How to build a $55 million practiceA simple rebranding initiative took a New Jersey-based financial firm to $55 million in assets under management in just 18 months.