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Best Single Premium Annuity Payouts

Discover how to get the best Single Premium Immediate Annuity payouts. Learn what impacts rates and how to shop smart with Stan The Annuity Man.
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Do Income Riders Protect Against Inflation

Do Income Riders protect against inflation? Learn the truth about COLA riders, annuity myths, and how to plan smarter with Stan The Annuity Man.
How-To-Shop-Like-A-Pro-In-2025

How To Shop Like A Pro In 2025

Learn how to shop like a pro for annuities with Stan The Annuity Man. Avoid sales traps and get the best contractual guarantees.
Annuity-Income:-How-To-Set-Up-Your-Payments

Annuity Income: How To Set Up Your Payments

Discover how to set up lifetime annuity income, compare quotes, and avoid common mistakes with Stan The Annuity Man.
MYGAs-vs-Inflation:-How-to-Lock-In-Guaranteed-Returns

MYGAs vs Inflation: How to Lock In Guaranteed Returns

Learn how to use a Multi-Year Guarantee Annuity (MYGA) to protect your principal and plan for inflation without risking your retirement.
What-Is-a-Retirement-Annuity?

What Is a Retirement Annuity?

Understand retirement annuities and how to choose the best one for your goals. Learn about Principal Protection and Lifetime Income options.
Best-Rates-for-Multi-Year-Guarantee-Annuities

Best Rates for Multi-Year Guarantee Annuities

Discover how Multi-Year Guarantee Annuities (MYGAs) work, how they compare to CDs, and how to lock in top fixed rates with no annual fees or market risk.
Annuity-vs-Perpetuity:-Key-Differences-Explained

Annuity vs Perpetuity: Key Differences Explained

Learn the key differences between annuities and perpetuities in plain English, including real-life examples and how lifetime income works.
Longevity-Annuity:-How-Does-It-Work?

Longevity Annuity: How Does It Work?

Longevity Annuity: How Does It Work?
Do-Rich-People-Buy-Annuities

Do Rich People Buy Annuities

Do wealthy people buy annuities? Learn why high-net-worth investors use annuities to manage risk and secure guaranteed retirement income.
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How to Calculate Taxable Income on an Annuity

Learn how to calculate taxable income on an annuity, including what portions are taxed and how to avoid unexpected IRS surprises in retirement.
What-is-an-Annuity-Income-Rider?

What is an Annuity Income Rider?

An annuity income rider guarantees lifetime payouts. Learn how it works, what it costs, and when it makes sense for retirement income planning.
What-Is-the-Difference-Between-a-Pension-and-an-Annuity?

What Is the Difference Between a Pension and an Annuity?

Is a pension the same as an annuity? We’re going to explore that. The short answer is because I know you want it, but there’s not much difference. They’re both lifetime income guarantees.

The Scars of Scarcity: Shootin' It Straight With Stan

We’re talking about clients who worry about running out of money and wonder if they have enough. This is one of the issues that my team solves every single day. We make sure the contractual guarantees are in place.
What-Happens-at-the-End-of-a-MYGA-Term?

What Happens at the End of a MYGA Term?

Today, we’re diving into Multi-Year Guarantee Annuities (MYGAs), the annuity industry's version of a CD. A lot of people say, "I hate all annuities, Stan."