Annuities
Annuity news and analysis, including coverage of annuity market regulatory, compliance and legislative issues.
Retirement planning made simple
By Lloyd LoftonComparing todays retirement outlook with that of your clients parents and grandparents helps with a long-view of their upcoming retirement.
October 01, 2014
Positive economic news for fixed annuitiesAs of the second quarter, annuity sales as a whole have reached their highest level in three years.
October 01, 2014
An alternative to VA living benefit ridersFortunately, an alternative to VA living benefit riders has come on the scene, and it has two advantages you may not have considered.
October 01, 2014
Prudential takes on $1.4 billion of risk from Bristol-MyersBristol-Myers will purchase a group annuity contract from Prudential for 8,000 retirees and their beneficiaries.
October 01, 2014
Why insurance industry is crucial for AmericansSpeaking at IRI conference, Lincoln Financial Distributors CEO says the retirement readiness gap provides a big opportunity for the industry.
October 01, 2014
The placebo effect for advisorsYour reality is shaped by what you choose to believe. And what others believe can have a huge impact on your business.
September 30, 2014
Tackling the Retirement Income Challenge With InnovationFour experts at the IRI conference addressed the issue of retirement income planning and the nuances of retirement distributions.
September 30, 2014
Advisor prepares pro athletes for life after sportsLee Rawiszer creates lifetime plans for incomes at risk of meteoric rises and crashes.