Annuity Guides & Articles

Browse our complete library of plain-English annuity guides. Written for retirees ages 60–75 who want honest, unbiased information about annuities, 401(k) rollovers, and retirement income planning.

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• What Is an Annuity? A Plain-English Guide for Retirees
• Fixed vs. Variable vs. Indexed Annuities: Which Is Right for You?
• How to Roll Over Your 401(k) Into an Annuity Without Paying Taxes
• What Is a Fixed Indexed Annuity (FIA)? Complete Guide
• Annuity Fees Explained: What You’re Really Paying
• Immediate Annuity vs. Deferred Annuity: What’s the Difference?
• How Much Income Will an Annuity Pay Me? (2024 Rates)
• Annuity vs. 401(k): Which Is Better for Retirement?
• Are Annuities Safe? Understanding Insurance Company Guarantees
• What Is a Guaranteed Lifetime Withdrawal Benefit (GLWB)?
• Annuity Tax Treatment: What You Need to Know
• Annuity Surrender Charges: What They Are and How to Avoid Them
• Should You Put Your IRA Into an Annuity?
• How to Compare Annuity Quotes: A Step-by-Step Guide
• The Pros and Cons of Annuities: An Honest Assessment
• What Is a QLAC? Qualified Longevity Annuity Contracts Explained
• Annuity Death Benefits: What Happens When You Die?
• Inflation and Annuities: How to Protect Your Income
• Should I Buy an Annuity at 60? At 65? At 70? Timing Guide
• Annuity vs. Bonds: Which Provides Better Retirement Income?
• What Is a Multi-Year Guaranteed Annuity (MYGA)?
• How to Spot a Bad Annuity Sale: Red Flags to Watch For
• Annuity Income Riders: How They Work and What They Cost
• Social Security + Annuity: Building the Perfect Income Floor
• Understanding Annuity Illustrations: How to Read the Numbers