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Not Everyone Is Running From Variable Annuities

Sammons Retirement Solutions is moving forward with a new variable annuity despite many carriers steering clear of variable annuities.  Since interest rates have been low and the stock market volatile, insurers like MetLife and Prudential have lessened their variable annuity business.  Sun Life Financial, out …

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Fixed Index Annuities GAIN 2.7% Despite 24% Market Loss

In “Understand fixed-indexed annuities,” James L. Watt of The Coloradoan explains that while fixed indexed annuities are complex products, they can offer you unparalleled market protection.  That author notes that money market funds, 5-year CD’s, and both 5- and 10-year U.S. Treasury notes are not …

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Compare LTC Annuities Paying 300%

As an alternative to long term care insurance, LTC annuities are becoming increasingly popular.  This information comes from the AdvisorOne article “An Annuity Alternative to LTC Insurance,” by Robert Bloink and William H. Byrnes.  LTC insurance helps to pay for long term care should you …

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Top Variable Annuity Sales for MetLife

While they are looking for a huge increase in fixed annuity sales as well, MetLife already holds the top spot in variable annuity sales.  According to Annuity News Journal’s Steve Thompson, “MetLife Leads the Way in Variable Annuity Sales.”  They have made the customers better …

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