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December 31, 2025

The New Financial “F” Word

The term fiduciary gets used a lot, but not always correctly. Stan exposes how the “new financial F word” can mislead consumers and explains what due diligence really looks like.

The-New-Financial-F-Word

Shootin’ It Straight with Stan®

The New Financial “F” Word

The term fiduciary gets used a lot, but not always correctly. Stan exposes how the “new financial F word” can mislead consumers and explains what due diligence really looks like.

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How Much Will You Really Earn From an Annuity

Learn how much you can really earn from different types of annuities, from guaranteed rates to lifetime income payouts, and why the contract always determines the true return.

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The Truth Beyond the Annuity Sales Pitch

Get the truth behind annuity sales pitches. Learn what annuities really guarantee, what is marketing noise, and how to focus on the contract instead of the hype.

The-New-Financial-F-Word

Shootin’ It Straight with Stan®

December 31, 2025

The New Financial “F” Word

The term fiduciary gets used a lot, but not always correctly. Stan exposes how the “new financial F word” can mislead consumers and explains what due diligence really looks like.

How Much-Will-You-Really-Earn-From-an-Annuity

December 29, 2025

How Much Will You Really Earn From an Annuity

Learn how much you can really earn from different types of annuities, from guaranteed rates to lifetime income payouts, and why the contract always determines the true return.

The-Truth-Beyond-the-Annuity-Sales-Pitch

December 25, 2025

The Truth Beyond the Annuity Sales Pitch

Get the truth behind annuity sales pitches. Learn what annuities really guarantee, what is marketing noise, and how to focus on the contract instead of the hype.

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December 24, 2025

Life Insurance Loans Are NOT Income

Life insurance loans are not tax free income. Stan explains how these policies really work, why loans get misrepresented, and what you should watch out for.

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December 21, 2025

Quote It, Lock It, Guarantee It, Love It

Learn how annuity quotes, rate locks, and contractual guarantees work. Stan explains the process from quoting to issuance and why guarantees matter.

Roth IRA Annuity Industry Insanity

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December 17, 2025

Roth IRA Annuity Industry Insanity

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.

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December 14, 2025

Common-Sense Steps When Considering Annuities

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.

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December 11, 2025

How Much Income Will a $100,000 Annuity Pay?

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.

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December 10, 2025

Death as an Annuity Strategy

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.

Are-Annuities-Guaranteed?-What-Consumers-Get-Wrong-About-Guarantees

December 8, 2025

Are Annuities Guaranteed? What Consumers Get Wrong About Guarantees

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

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December 7, 2025

Which Annuity Lifetime Income Best Fits Your Life?

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.

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December 4, 2025

Annuity Pros and Cons: The Honest Breakdown

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

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Shootin’ It Straight with Stan®

December 3, 2025

Warren Buffett’s 2 Rules For Annuities: Shootin' It Straight With Stan

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.

November 30, 2025

Annuity Fiduciary or a Plaque on a Wall

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.

How-To-Avoid-Annuity-Scams-And-Bad-Sales-Pitches

November 27, 2025

How To Avoid Annuity Scams And Bad Sales Pitches

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

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