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7 Questions to Ask Before Buying an Annuity

by Hans HeggeJune 2, 2017

What to Ask Before You Buy an Annuity Many people reaching retirement are looking for ways to improve their financial security. It is unsurprising that many people are considering buying an annuity. If chosen well, an annuity can prevent a person from outliving their finances. What’s more, it can provide increased protection against a volatile stock market. As annuity will convert current wealth into a steady income, it is vital to make an informed decision. Also, as life insurance and annuity scams are on the rise, an investor should not rush into a plan. So, it is important to ask yourself the following seven questions when buying an annuity. 1. What is the Annuity Process? An annuity is a big financial commitment, so you must have

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Does Your State Protect Your Annuities From Creditors?

by Hans HeggeMay 18, 2017

Annuities are like other financial assets. Often times, litigation efforts and creditors are able to gain access to them. As a result, the money you worked hard for is at risk. Protect Your Annuities O.J. Simpson & Florida Exemptions For Annuities Remember O.J. Simpson? I’m not talking about the notorious car chase in the Ford Explorer. According to MarketWatch, O.J made some poor financial decisions in Vegas. Consequently, those decisions led to lawsuits that ordered him to pay back creditors. O.J. put most of his money in annuities in south Florida where he lived at the time. Lucky for him, statutes in the state of Florida shielded his annuities from being touched by creditors. “If the glove don’t fit, you must acquit” may as well be,

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What Is A Tax Deferred Annuity?

by Hans HeggeApril 25, 2017

Tax Deferred Annuities So you’ve decided to stop stuffing money under your mattress (or the bank account equivalent of putting it in a savings account with 0.000001% interest). Congratulations! Before you lose your motivation, let’s explore why a tax deferred annuity could be an ideal option for those funds. Although annuities are often associated with retirement income, you do not have to be on your way to your sunset years to purchase these products. Instead, read on to decide what’s the best investment for your needs. We promise this will make cents! Just the Tax Facts First up, you may have heard of tax-deferred annuities called by another name: “fixed tax deferred annuity.” For sake of brevity, we’re going to lop off the “fixed.” One