What You Need to Know About Inherited Annuities An inherited annuity is an annuity that has been purchased by someone other than you, such as your spouse or child. The reason that the annuity is being passed on to you is because it has a death benefit that can be used for your funeral expenses. … Read more
Fixed Annuities A fixed annuity is an investment product that pays out a regular income. The amount of the income can be adjusted each year and it is guaranteed for life. There are two types of fixed annuities: immediate and deferred. Immediate annuities begin paying the investor the first day they are purchased, while deferred … Read more
Non Qualified Annuity vs Qualified Annuity Non Qualified Annuity vs Qualified Annuity Most annuities are technically non qualified annuity contracts, but if they are used to fund a qualified annuity account, they become qualified and any additional funds that are added must also be qualified. What exactly does qualified mean? Qualified annuity funds are funds that are … Read more
Equity Indexed Annuity-Best Investment Around? Equity Indexed annuity- best investment around? Is the equity indexed annuity the best investment in today’s economic environment? Let’s analyze the most important investment attributes. Yield: Most equity indexed annuities pay a bonus of 6-10% on the initial amount invested. After that, the returns are tied to the performance of an index … Read more
Index Annuity Guide- Moving Parts Index Annuity Guide The index annuity has several moving parts which can have an effect on the return. It is important for the owner to understand these parts, how they move and the effect they can have on an annuity. The moving parts consists of caps, asset fees, participation rates and methods … Read more