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Learn why pairing Roth IRA conversions with annuities can be misleading. Stan explains the risks, the math, and what the annuity industry is getting wrong.

Learn the difference between Immediate Annuities and Deferred Income Annuities, how each provides guaranteed lifetime income, and which timing fits your retirement plan.

Learn the PILL framework and the practical steps for deciding if an annuity fits your goals. Understand principal protection, income, legacy, and long term care needs.

How much income does a one hundred thousand dollar annuity pay. Learn how payout amounts are calculated and why your start date determines the guarantee.

Learn how annuities can be used in your estate plan to create lifetime income for your heirs. Understand death triggered income strategies and how they work.

Most people misunderstand annuity guarantees. Learn what is truly contractual, what is not, and how to avoid common sales pitch misconceptions.

Find out which lifetime income annuity fits your needs by answering two simple questions. Learn how SPIAs, DIAs, QLACs, and Income Riders each solve for guaranteed income.

Get the real pros and cons of annuities without sales hype. Understand guarantees, limitations, and how to choose the right annuity for your goals.

Warren Buffett’s two rules explain exactly how annuities should be bought. Learn why The Annuity Man focuses only on contractual guarantees and never on hype.

Learn how Fixed Annuity Rates really work, what the guarantees mean, and how to compare Multi Year Guarantee Annuities the right way.

A plaque on the wall doesn’t make someone a fiduciary. Learn how to spot real integrity in annuity advice and focus on contractual guarantees.

Learn how to spot annuity scams, misleading sales tactics, and false promises so you can buy the right annuity with confidence.

A MYGA’s rate is yield, a SPIA’s rate is income. Learn the difference between guaranteed interest and payout percentages before you buy.

There is no perfect inflation annuity. Learn how COLA riders really work and why Social Security is the best inflation-adjusted income you own.

Plan ahead for retirement income. Learn how to create guaranteed future payments using Income Riders, Deferred Income Annuities, and QLACs.