Investing for Retirement
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RETIREMENT PLANNING
CDs vs. Fixed Annuities: Which One Makes More Sense Now?
April 11, 2025
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ANNUITIES 101
If I Buy A $100,000 Annuity, How Much Cash Will It Pay Me Each Month?
April 18, 2024
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ANNUITIES 101
Why Investors Should Consider Fixed Annuities in their Portfolios
Jan 18, 2023
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RETIREMENT PLANNING
Use Technology to Address These 3 Retirement Challenges
Jan 18, 2023
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RETIREMENT PLANNING
Finding the Right Financial Product for Your Retirement Objectives
Jan 18, 2023
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RETIREMENT PLANNING
How to Restore the Three-Legged Retirement Stool
Jan 18, 2023
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ANNUITIES 101
What Are My Options at the End of My Fixed Annuity Guaranteed Term?
Jan 18, 2023
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ANNUITIES 101
Consolidating Your Annuities: The Benefits of a Single Agent of Record
Aug 13, 2025
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ANNUITIES 101
Gainbridge vs. Blueprint Income: Comparing Two Leading Annuity Platforms
Aug 13, 2025
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RETIREMENT PLANNING
CDs vs. Fixed Annuities: Which One Makes More Sense Now?
April 11, 2025
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RETIREMENT PLANNING
Understanding Roth Conversions: Is It Right for You?
April 11, 2025
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RETIREMENT PLANNING
Fed Rate Decision and Retirees: What to Expect for Annuities
April 11, 2025
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RETIREMENT PLANNING
How Inflation Impacts Your Retirement and What to Do About It
April 11, 2025
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ANNUITIES 101
Converting Life Insurance to an Annuity: Is It the Right Move for You?
Nov 20, 2024
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ANNUITIES 101
Understanding Surrender Charges: The Hidden Cost of Cashing Out Your Annuity Early
Oct 11, 2024
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ANNUITIES 101
Qualified Annuities: How They Fit Into Your Retirement Tax Strategy
Oct 11, 2024
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ANNUITIES 101
Decoding Fixed Indexed Annuity Rates: What You Need to Know
Oct 11, 2024
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ANNUITIES 101
Period Certain Annuities: Balancing Guaranteed Income and Flexibility
Oct 11, 2024
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ANNUITIES 101
Demystifying Annuity Rates of Return: What You're Really Earning
Oct 11, 2024
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ANNUITIES 101
What Happens to Your Annuity When You Die? A Guide for Beneficiaries
Oct 11, 2024
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RETIREMENT PLANNING
Risk-Free Investing: How Annuities Compare to Other 'Safe' Options
Oct 11, 2024
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ANNUITIES 101
Jumbo CDs vs. High-Value Annuities: Which Offers Better Returns for Large Deposits?
Oct 11, 2024
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ANNUITIES 101
Understanding the Fixed Index Annuity Reallocation Period
Aug 30, 2024
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RETIREMENT PLANNING
Estimating Your Social Security Benefits at Age 65: Factors to Consider
Aug 30, 2024
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RETIREMENT PLANNING
Understanding Qualified Retirement Plans: Types and Benefit
Aug 30, 2024
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RETIREMENT INCOME
How Long Will $750,000 Last in Retirement? Insights and Planning Strategies
Aug 30, 2024
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RETIREMENT INCOME
Understanding the Impact of Inflation on Your Retirement Income
Aug 30, 2024
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RETIREMENT PLANNING
Investing for Retirement at Age 60: Strategies and Considerations
Aug 30, 2024
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RETIREMENT PLANNING
Stretching Your Retirement Savings: How Long Will $1,500,000 Last?
Aug 30, 2024
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RETIREMENT PLANNING
Downsizing in Retirement: Strategies and Considerations
Aug 2, 2024
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RETIREMENT PLANNING
Choosing the Best Retirement Destination: Factors to Consider
Aug 2, 2024
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RETIREMENT PLANNING
Determining the Optimal Retirement Age: Key Considerations and Strategies
Aug 2, 2024
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RETIREMENT PLANNING
Early Retirement: Is It Achievable and How To Prepare
July 12, 2024
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RETIREMENT PLANNING
Retirement by 40: Strategies for Early Retirement Success
July 3, 2024
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RETIREMENT INCOME
Understanding Spousal Social Security Benefits: Eligibility and Claiming Strategies
July 3, 2024
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RETIREMENT INCOME
Retirement Income Strategies: Diversifying Your Income Streams
July 3, 2024
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RETIREMENT INCOME
Retiring on a Budget: Strategies for Stretching Your Retirement Savings
July 3, 2024
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RETIREMENT INCOME
Part-Time Work in Retirement: Strategies for Supplementing Your Income
July 3, 2024
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RETIREMENT PLANNING
How Long Will $300,000 Last in Retirement? Insights and Planning Strategies
July 3, 2024
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RETIREMENT PLANNING
Renting in Retirement: Pros, Cons, and Considerations
July 3, 2024
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RETIREMENT INCOME
Creating a Comprehensive Retirement Income Plan: Strategies and Best Practices
July 3, 2024
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RETIREMENT PLANNING
A Comprehensive Guide to Retirement Health Insurance: Strategies and Insights
July 3, 2024
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RETIREMENT PLANNING
How to Retire in 10 Years: A Comprehensive Planning Guide
July 3, 2024
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RETIREMENT INCOME
Optimizing Your Retirement Withdrawal Strategy Insights and Best Practices
June 3, 2024
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RETIREMENT PLANNING
Understanding the Benefits of Estate Planning: Insights and Strategies
June 3, 2024
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RETIREMENT PLANNING
How To Catch Up on Retirement Savings: Step-by-Step Guide
June 3, 2024
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RETIREMENT INCOME
Demystifying Social Security Calculations: How Benefits Are Determined
June 3, 2024
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RETIREMENT PLANNING
Understanding Survivorship Social Security Benefits: Eligibility and Claiming Strategies
June 3, 2024
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RETIREMENT PLANNING
Understanding State Taxes on Social Security: A Comprehensive Guide
June 3, 2024
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RETIREMENT PLANNING
The Ultimate Guide to Saving for Retirement in Your 50s
June 3, 2024
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RETIREMENT PLANNING
Saving for Retirement in Your 40s: Catch-Up Strategies and Optimization Techniques
June 3, 2024
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RETIREMENT INCOME
Implementing the Bucket Strategy for Financial Stability
April 22, 2024
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RETIREMENT PLANNING
Coping with Financial Stress in Retirement: Strategies for Peace of Mind
April 22, 2024
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RETIREMENT PLANNING
The Secret to Retiring Happily: Tips for a Smooth Transition
April 22, 2024
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RETIREMENT PLANNING
The Role of Social Security in Retirement: Understanding Benefits and Timing
April 22, 2024
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RETIREMENT PLANNING
Retirement Expenses: Managing Your Finances After Retirement
April 1, 2024
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RETIREMENT PLANNING
The Ultimate Guide to Tax Implications and Benefits of Annuities in Retirement Planning
Feb 21, 2024
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RETIREMENT INCOME
Navigating the Impact of Federal Reserve Rate Cuts on Annuity Rates in 2024
Jan 18, 2024
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ANNUITIES 101
Annuities Explained: Definition, Types, Characteristics and How They Work
Jan 17, 2024
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RETIREMENT PLANNING
Decoding the Fed's December 2023 Decision: A Turn in Economic Strategy
Dec 14, 2023
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RETIREMENT INCOME
Index Term Period in Fixed Index Annuities: How Does It Work?
Dec 11, 2023
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RETIREMENT INCOME
How To Invest Risk-Free for Retirement With a Fixed Index Annuity
Nov 28, 2023
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ANNUITIES 101
How Much Interest Can a Fixed Index Annuity Really Earn?
Nov 28, 2023
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RETIREMENT PLANNING
Taxes on Capital Gains What Are They and How Do They Work
Oct 17, 2023
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ANNUITIES 101
Can You Lose Money In An Annuity? Know These Two Things To Figure It Out
Aug 11, 2023
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RETIREMENT PLANNING
Impacts of Long-Term Investment in High Interest Rate Environments
Jan 18, 2023
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RETIREMENT INCOME
How Does a QLAC Defer Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs)?
Jan 18, 2023
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RETIREMENT INCOME
Longevity Annuity vs. Indexed Annuity Income Analysis
Jan 18, 2023
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RETIREMENT INCOME
These Features Can Affect Your Longevity Annuity Rates
Jan 18, 2023
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