Annuity Investing
Learn about the latest news and trends in annuity investing for retirement, including tips on the role of annuity income in portfolios
LIMRA: Total Annuity Sales Drop
By staff WriterIndividual annuity sales fell to about $55 billion in the third quarter, down 17% from the total for the third quarter of 2008.
October 16, 2009
BHC Annuity Income RisesBank holding companies increased their earnings from the sale of annuities to $1.33 billion in first half 2009, up 1.7% from $1.31 billion in the same period last year, according to a report.
October 16, 2009
BHC Annuity Income RisesBank holding companies increased their earnings from the sale of annuities to $1.33 billion in first half 2009, up 1.7% from $1.31 billion in the same period last year, according to a report.
October 06, 2009
Study: FIA Returns "Competitive"A new study on index annuity performance is countering some negative conclusions about this performance that have been circulating.
September 30, 2009
AAA Reacts To ACLI Illustration ProposalAn American Academy of Actuaries panel says insurers should make sure annuity performance projections include warnings of the possible tax consequences of early withdrawals.
September 28, 2009
Ask the expert: Can he sell his annuity?This article answers the question: The question was: My client is interested in selling his annuity but is unsure about the tax implications of such a transaction. Can you provide an overview?
September 28, 2009
Ask the expert: Can he sell his annuity?This article answers the question: The question was: My client is interested in selling his annuity but is unsure about the tax implications of such a transaction. Can you provide an overview?
September 21, 2009
Want To Improve Annuity Designs? CollaborateFor years, annuity products have been crafted following the classic give-and-take between an insurer's product experts and its internal and external sales and marketing leaders.