Annuity Investing
Learn about the latest news and trends in annuity investing for retirement, including tips on the role of annuity income in portfolios
Income annuity sales hit record
By Michael K. StanleyOverall annuity sales for the fourth quarter of 2012 were at $50.6 billion, down 4.3 percent from the previous quarter.
March 25, 2013
Altering of 401(k) Tax Incentives Alarms Retirement IndustryWith so many people covered by 401(k)s, its clear that the impact of changes to their tax treatment could be substantial.
March 21, 2013
Top 20 Companies for Annuity Sales in 2012Total sales of annuity products reached $219 billion in 2012the lowest level since 2005, according to LIMRA.
March 19, 2013
How to Evaluate Lower-Priced Guaranteed Lifetime Income VAsAsset allocation is more important than ever in newer variable annuities.
March 15, 2013
Hope springs eternal in annuity worldSeveral big-name players have bought annuity businesses recently. Will they hit a homerun with their buys?
March 15, 2013
Hope springs eternal in annuity worldSeveral big-name players have bought annuity businesses recently. Will they hit a homerun with their buys?
March 11, 2013
Top Portfolio Products: Goldman Rolls Out Global Bond FundFPA introduces no-load products, as Lincoln Financial launches a Treasury-indexed VA and ING U.S. brings out a new lifetime income annuity.
March 11, 2013
3 strategies to help clients manage assetsYou can reduce taxes on your clients Social Security benefits by repositioning assets from taxable vehicles to an annuity product.