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Today's topic is FIAs: The Real Story. We get a lot of calls about this because people are getting sales pitches that sound too good to be true—because they are.

Today, we're talking about annuities in the stock market. I've about had it, okay? When people start comparing annuities with the stock market, especially with all the volatility we're going through right now, I think we can just shut all this down once and for all.

Today, we're talking about how to choose annuities. With so many types out there, how do you decide? A lot of people say, "I hate all annuities." That's like saying you hate all restaurants, trucks, shoes, or socks.

Today's topic is the cost of waiting to purchase an annuity. Now, I know what you're thinking, “Wait a minute, Stan. That sounds like a sales pitch. Are you pushing me to buy now?

What happens to an annuity when you die? First of all, you're dead. Who cares? But that's not a good answer, is it? I don’t think that’s why you’re here.

Today, we will talk about Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) and annuities, including how they work and how they all tie together.

Pension fund or retirement annuity—what's better? We're going to find out and answer the questions to help you make an informed and rational decision.

Annuities, as a category, are the only financial product that provides income as long as you are breathing. There's no return on investment (ROI) until you die.

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.

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.

Today, we’re discussing how annuity companies aren’t smarter than banks. They’re just more regulated. Let me tell you a little story.

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.

Future income or income later is when I ask two questions: What do you want the money to contractually do? And when do you want those contractual guarantees to start?

First of all, is there such a thing as an IRA annuity? Not really. But many people ask about it, so I thought I’d cover it here on The Annuity Man's website.

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.