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July 29, 2026
Can You Convert A Life Insurance Policy Into An Annuity?
Some life insurance policies with cash value can be converted into an annuity through a tax-free 1035 exchange. Learn how the process works and when it may make sense.
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Can You Convert A Life Insurance Policy Into An Annuity?
Some life insurance policies with cash value can be converted into an annuity through a tax-free 1035 exchange. Learn how the process works and when it may make sense.
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Why People Hate Fixed Annuities
People often hate fixed annuities because of exaggerated sales pitches, confusing terminology, and promises that don't match the contractual reality of the policy.
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Never Put 90% of Your Assets Into Annuities
Putting 90% of your assets into annuities is excessive and may leave you without enough liquidity or flexibility. Use only the amount needed to solve your contractual goals.
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February 20, 2025
Pension Fund or Retirement Annuity: How Each Work
When offered a pension or a lump sum, understanding how pensions compare to retirement annuities can help you decide which income path makes sense.
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February 17, 2025
Multi-Year Guarantee Annuity Definition
Okay, so you must be a CD buyer. Are you a CD buyer? Because if you are, you will love Multi-Year Guarantee Annuities (MYGAs).
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February 16, 2025
Is the 4% Rule Dead?
Hi there, Stan The Annuity Man, America's Annuity Agent, licensed in all 50 states. I'm so happy you're here for this one because this is a big topic: the 4% rule is dead.
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February 13, 2025
Retirement Expert Rants on Annuity Sales Pitches
Hi, my name is Stan The Annuity Man, America's Annuity Agent. I've got to rant about something today. I've done this in the past and received both positive and negative comments about it.
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February 10, 2025
Retirement Expert Rants: Made-Up FIA Indexes
Hi, Stan The Annuity Man, America's annuity agent, licensed in all 50 states, including yours. What we’re going to talk about today are what I call made-up indexes out of midair in the Fixed Indexed Annuity world.
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February 9, 2025
Are Annuities Really Guaranteed?
Annuities are built on contractual guarantees, but understanding who backs those guarantees is what really matters.
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February 6, 2025
Retirement Expert Rants: People Don't Even Know What They Are Buying
Why am I ranting? Because I'm encountering too many people who don't even know what they've bought. And it's not just Index Annuities; that's an easy one.
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February 2, 2025
Which Is Better: Mutual Fund vs. Annuity
Today's topic is a good one: which is better, a mutual fund or an annuity? You might be thinking, "Wait a minute, Stan, that's an easy one," but it's not. I'll explain the details after this.
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January 30, 2025
How to Calculate an Annuity and Run the Right Quotes
How do you calculate an annuity and get the right quotes? First things first, you need to figure out if you need an annuity at all. And then, if you do, what type works best?
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January 27, 2025
Deferred Annuity: What, Why and Who Should Care
We're here today to talk about Deferred Annuities. What are they? When should you consider them? Who should buy one? These are very good questions, and we're going to go through the details.
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January 26, 2025
Fixed Index Annuities Explained: The Truth Behind the Pitch
Fixed Index Annuities are often oversold. Here’s a clear breakdown of how they work, what’s guaranteed, and what’s commonly misunderstood.
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January 23, 2025
Annuity Income: How It Works For Every Annuity Type
Today, we're going to talk about annuity income and cover every type of annuity. There's not just one annuity. You can't hate all annuities because there are different types.
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January 20, 2025
Fixed Index Annuity Rates: Why Renewal Rates Matter
What are we talking about today? The most popular product on the planet. The best thing since sliced bread. The greatest thing ever. It's too good to be true. It's fantastic.
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January 19, 2025
Master Annuity Calculators with These Tips
Today's topic is a very good one. It's about mastering annuity calculators with secrets and tips from Stan The Annuity Man of all people.
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January 16, 2025
How To Know If Your Annuity Is Safe
But today, this topic is unique. It is called How to Know if Your Annuity Is Safe. Are the companies you're investing in, the annuity companies, safe?
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