Annuities

Even wealthy clients who don’t really “need” an annuity, at least on paper, may crave the peace of mind these vehicles bring. (By Howard Sharfman)

The results marked the 16th consecutive quarter of growth, LIMRA reported. Fixed annuities drove overall sales.

Annuity sales continue to grow in the double digits, says LIMRA. Here's why.

Helping them understand what they should be measuring can lead to better retirement outcomes. (By Ilene Slatko)

For some clients, criticisms of annuities may have some validity. But that doesn’t mean annuities aren’t appropriate for anyone.

A Rethinking65 writer asked six advisors to tell her how they used an annuity to help a client. Here's what they told her.

The once-sleepy class of financial instruments offered by insurance companies has become a hotbed of growth and change.

He and other researchers in lifetime income think annuities are the right fit for many retirees running out of income. Why don’t more advisors agree?

Different annuities can be suited to your client’s lifestyle, but asking the right questions is key to finding the right investment. (By Dave Buck)

Annuities aren’t for everyone, but research shows advisors underestimate client interest in guaranteed lifetime income.