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Today's topic compares Fixed Indexed Annuity Income Riders to Deferred Income Annuities (DIAs). A common question we get is: Which one’s better?

Today, we’re going to answer the question: Should you get out of your annuity? We’ll ensure you understand the best way to do that and whether it’s even possible.

Long-term investing is not just about growth. It is about income, protection, and making sure your money lasts as long as you do.

Let’s talk about annuities in the news. I’m pretty upset about what’s going on with that, and I want you to understand that you'll see many articles. You can call it "fake annuity news."

Today's topic is a barn burner, as they would say in the South. I don’t know where that comes from, but I assume they’re burning barns for whatever reason. But this is a barn burner, and the topic is Annuity Illustration or Annuity Illusion.

What are we talking about today? We’re talking about annuity income and how it works. You say, "Well, Stan, it's pretty basic. It just sends me income." No, it's bigger than that.

Retirement isn’t about a magic number. It’s about your income floor and knowing exactly what hits your bank account every month.

Average Retirement Income: How Can Annuities Help?

Today's topic is traditional vs. reverse MYGA ladder strategies. I will explain both so you can understand the differences and benefits.

Hi there, Stan The Annuity Man, America's Annuity Agent, licensed in all 50 states, here to talk about how to create your own annuity retirement plan. That’s a good thing, right?

Required Minimum Distributions affect anyone with an IRA, not just the ultra-wealthy. Learn how annuities like QLACs and SPIAs can help you plan around RMDs.

Retirement income planning isn’t about guessing returns, it’s about building a reliable income floor you can’t outlive.

So, lovingly handcuffing your beneficiaries with annuity guarantees. You’re saying, "Wait a minute, what? Handcuffing, that doesn't sound lovingly." It does when it comes to finances.

What are we talking about today? The granddaddy of all annuities—Immediate Annuities. I’m going to tell you how to choose them, how to find them, how to shop for them, etc.

Today, we're discussing annuity examples, a beginner's guide to annuities. There’s so much misinformation, bad information, and sales pitch nonsense about annuities.