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Learn how to compare annuity companies the right way. Skip the sales pitch and focus on guarantees to find the best contract for your needs.

In retirement, the Dow doesn’t matter, income does. Learn how annuities create guaranteed income you can count on for life.

Skip the sales hype. Learn why Stan The Annuity Man says annuities should only be bought for contractual guarantees, not empty promises.

You already own annuities through Social Security and RMDs. Learn why these guarantees matter and how they shape your retirement income.

Lump sum vs. annuity pension: learn how to compare offers, secure lifetime income, and choose the best option for your retirement.

Learn how MYGAs provide guaranteed interest with no market risk. Discover how multi-year guarantee annuities work, what to watch for, and how to compare rates.

Would more money really change your life? Discover why securing income and living off interest may matter more than chasing returns.

Discover why Single Premium Immediate Annuities (SPIAs) are still one of the best ways to secure guaranteed lifetime income in 2025. Simple, safe, proven.

Annuity expectations vs. reality: uncover sales myths, real guarantees, and how annuities truly fit into retirement planning.

Thinking about taking a loan from your annuity? Learn why annuity loans are rarely a good idea, the risks involved, and better alternatives to access your money.

Discover the retirement income rule you can’t ignore: never touch the principal. Learn how to earn income while keeping savings safe.

Learn how annuities protect you from market volatility. Discover how MYGAs, SPIAs, DIAs, and QLACs provide principal protection and lifetime income.

The perfect annuity doesn’t exist. Learn why all annuities have limits, how Social Security fits in, and what guarantees really matter.

What is a MYGA? Learn how Multi-Year Guaranteed Annuities work, their benefits, tax deferral, and if they’re right for your retirement.

Learn how Fixed Index Annuities work, their benefits, risks, and if FIAs are the right retirement income strategy for your future.