What-Is-a-State-Guaranty-Fund?

What Is a State Guaranty Fund?

Hi out there in internet land. You're out there searching and googling for annuities, and you stumbled upon Stan The Annuity Man, America's annuity agent. Lucky you. You were looking for state guaranty funds. What's a state guaranty fund?
annuity-income-return-of-or-on-your-money-shootin-it-straight-with-stan

Annuity Income Return OF or ON Your Money: Shootin' It Straight With Stan

Today's topic is about annuity income. Is it return of your money, or return on your money? So, return of, or return on? Great question, Stan The Annuity Man, America's annuity agent. Let's cover it.
Inflation-Adjusted-Annuities:-How-Do-They-Work?

Inflation-Adjusted Annuities: How Do They Work?

Hi there. Stan The Annuity Man. Today, we're talking about inflation-adjusted annuities, how they work, if they're too good to be true, if they're better than sliced bread, and more.
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Fixed Annuity vs. Variable Annuity (TAM Classic)

Today's topic: Annuities Explained. People are like, "Explain this to us, Stan The Annuity Man." Fixed Annuity versus Variable Annuities, which I love to talk about. Now, disclaimer, I don't sell Variable Annuities.
Retirement-Calculator:-How-Long-Will-1-Million-Dollars-Last?

Retirement Calculator: How Long Will 1 Million Dollars Last?

Today, we will answer the burning question: how long will a million dollars last for retirement? There's no good answer, but I will go into the details. And if you have a million dollars, what does that mean? It might be enough, depending on your lifestyle, but let's dive into it.
Is-It-a-Good-Time-to-Buy-an-Annuity?:-Shootin'-It-Straight-With-Stan-(TAM-Classic)

Is It a Good Time to Buy an Annuity?: Shootin' It Straight With Stan (TAM Classic)

Today's topic is a good one and a question that I always get, so let's address that now. Is it a good time to buy an annuity? Now, that's a loaded sales question. Most salespeople say an automatic yes.
Who-Should-NOT-Buy-an-Annuity?

Who Should NOT Buy an Annuity?

Today's topic is a beauty. I can't wait to do this one. Who should not buy an annuity? Think about that. Stan The Annuity Man, America's annuity agent, I sell more annuities than anyone on the planet ever, and I'm going to tell you who shouldn't buy an annuity.
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Annuity Benefits: 2 Unique Benefits That Annuities Offer

Hello there. My name is Stan The Annuity Man. I'm America's annuity agent licensed in all 50 states. Yes, I sell annuities, but that's not why we're here. We're here to educate you on all things annuity. Today, we will talk about the benefits only annuities offer.
3 Years-in-or-3-Years-Out-for-MYGAs-and-CDs:-Shootin'-It-Straight-With-Stan-(TAM-Classic)

3 Years in or 3 Years Out for MYGAs and CDs: Shootin' It Straight With Stan (TAM Classic)

Today's topic is 3 Years in or 3 Years Out when looking at fixed rates. My rule is that if it's three years or in, you're buying CDs and Treasuries. If it's three years in out, you're buying Multi-Year Guarantee Annuities, Fixed Rate Annuities, the annuity industry version of a CD.
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Retirement Expert Rants: The Annuity Industry Needs to Focus on Guarantees

Hi, my name is Stan The Annuity Man, America's annuity agent, licensed in all 50 states, and I'm here today to rant a little bit. I do this occasionally when things hit me the wrong way.
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What Happens to an Annuity if the Stock Market Crashes? (TAM Classic)

Are Fixed Index Annuities good against a stock market crash? What if the insurance company backing it goes under? What's your protection? Let's take them one at a time.
What-Is-a-Living-Benefit-on-an-Annuity?

What Is a Living Benefit on an Annuity?

We're going to talk today about what is living benefit on an annuity? I need you to relax because you're going to get nothing but the brutal annuity truth from Stan, The Annuity Man.
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Lifetime or Interest Income: Shootin' It Straight With Stan (TAM Classic)

Today's topic is lifetime or interest income. Now, I always say you can't just say I hate all annuities.
Can-You-Lose-Money-in-an-Annuity?

Can You Lose Money in an Annuity?

Let's talk about the types. Why are you reading this blog? Why'd you stay around? Because you're going to know after this blog, if you you lose money with an annuity.
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3 Ways to Convert Retirement Savings Into Income

So, what are three ways to convert your retirement savings into income? Hi there. I'm Stan The Annuity Man, America's annuity agent license in all 50 states. Today, we're going to break down those three ways.