annuities

Annuities/Investment

An annuity is basically a contract between you and an insurance company designed to provide an income that is guaranteed for the rest of your life. Annuities are complex and they come in several different shapes and sizes, but when you boil it down, they’re an insurance product. You’re paying the insurance company to take on the risk of you outliving your retirement savings.

Both Fixed and Variable Annuities are insurance products and are designed for long-term retirement income.  Annuities are not intended to replace emergency funds or to fund short-term savings goal.  Earnings are taxed as ordinary income when withdrawn. There may be a 10% federal tax penalty on withdrawals before age 59½. Naturally, your death benefit and the cash value of the annuity contract will be reduced if you take any early withdrawals.

All Guarantees are subject to the claims paying ability of the issuing insurance company.