Annuity Investing
Learn about the latest news and trends in annuity investing for retirement, including tips on the role of annuity income in portfolios
Treasury Clears Way for Longevity Annuities in 401(k)s, IRAs
By Melanie WaddellThe Treasury Department and the IRS on Tuesday issued final rules to make longevity annuities accessible to the 401(k) and IRA markets.
June 30, 2014
12 annuity suitability factors you need to knowThese 12 points must be considered by any advisor prior to recommending an annuity.
June 30, 2014
Variable Annuities a Top Source of Customer Complaints: FINRAFINRA says it is "very focused" on VAs, particularly on more complex ones that have caps and buffers to manage market risk.
June 16, 2014
Indexed Annuities Meet GLWBs. The Perfect Product?When it's available, two-thirds of indexed annuity buyers add a GLWB rider, even though it may not be appropriate for all clients.
June 12, 2014
Industry-wide annuity sales up 13 percent year over yearIRI released first-quarter 2014 annuity sales report: growth was supported by continued high levels of fixed annuity sales.
June 11, 2014
Gundlach: Likes Bonds, Not HomebuildersDoubleLine founder Jeffrey Gundlach prognosticates on gold, the dollar, bonds and more and expands on a view he says gets him "hate mail."
June 10, 2014
8 Fastest Growing Financial Services Jobs: 2014ThinkAdvisor parses BLS data to find out where the hiring is likely to be through 2022 with good news for financial advisors.
June 03, 2014
Annuities + LTC: Does the Rider Fit?For the right client, combining LTC insurance with an annuity can be the right call to protect against future long-term care expenses.