Retirement income can come from a number of financial sources; some guaranteed, some not. Annuities are an option for people who want to bulk up the guaranteed income portion of their retirement portfolio.
Generally, an annuity works like this: You purchase the annuity, either in a lump sum or a series of payments. In return, the annuity will make payments to you at a future date or series of dates.
Annuities come in many different “flavors” – each of which is designed to help you achieve specific financial goals. They can work to build retirement savings, supplement other forms of retirement funding, or both. (Related: Retirement income calculator)
The different varieties of annuities can also be bewildering. Depending on individual circumstances, many people turn to a financial professional to help them navigate the choices. Our team can assist you navigate the annuity market place for guaranteed income in retirement with additional benefits such as Long Term Care and Survivor Benefits.