Unlike their parents, baby boomers can't count on employer-sponsored pensions to support upon retirement. Boomers will have to come up with another way to ensure financial security. With 76 million ...

An annuity is a financial product designed to provide regular payments to an individual over a specified period. These are usually sold by insurance companies and can be purchased with a lump sum or a ...

Annuities are a financial product commonly associated with retirement planning due to their ability to provide reliable payments over time. But lately, thanks in large part to their potentially higher ...

Retirement researchers are often enthusiastic about annuities, but many consumers are reasonably skeptical. Here to discuss basic information about annuities and their pros and cons is Christine Benz, ...

With close to a decade of writing and editing experience, Maisha specializes in service journalism and has produced work in the lifestyle, financial services, real estate, and culture spaces. She uses ...

Vanguard's new 401(k) fund allows select people to buy annuities ...

Anyone choosing a 401(k) must do so knowing the volatility risks of the market. Going with an annuity means guaranteed income after retirement. Both annuities and 401(k) accounts have pros and cons.

Annuities can help secure financial stability in retirement. Annuities can be passed to beneficiaries, allowing you to pass them to the people or charities you care about. These vehicles can be ...