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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.

Learn the key differences between annuities and perpetuities in plain English, including real-life examples and how lifetime income works.

Do wealthy people buy annuities? Learn why high-net-worth investors use annuities to manage risk and secure guaranteed retirement income.

Light switch income guarantees let you control when annuity payouts begin. Learn how this flexible feature works for retirement planning.

Learn how to calculate taxable income on an annuity, including what portions are taxed and how to avoid unexpected IRS surprises in retirement.

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.

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.

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."

Does the 4% Rule Still Work for Retirement Income Planning? We will discuss the 4% rule and how very smart people have factually and academically destroyed it.

Today’s topic is the difference between an annuity and an IRA. Let’s talk about that.

Today we’re talking about how annuities are the best offense and strategy against diminished capacity when planning for retirement.

Today, we're talking about annuity death benefits. You buy an annuity, and you die—what happens?

Today's topic is Avoiding Common Pitfalls With Annuity Purchases, which comes from the calls my team receives. They shared examples of things people could have avoided.

In this blog, I’ll talk about different types of annuities and how you can take money out, whether it's interest, lifetime income, or withdrawals. We're going to cover all of that in detail.

Today, we’re going to answer the question: Should you get out of your annuity? We’ll ensure you understand the best way to do that and whether it’s even possible.