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Annuities

A guarantee, only where it fits.

Annuities can provide guaranteed income, or lock up your money behind fees you never see. We give you the straight, fiduciary answer on whether one belongs in your plan.

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Does this sound familiar?

The pitch sounds too good

High guarantees and up-front bonuses often hide caps, riders, and costs buried deep in the contract.

Surrender charges trap your money

Many contracts lock your funds for years, with steep penalties to get out early.

Whose interest is it serving?

Commission-driven sales can quietly put the product ahead of your actual plan.

You already own one and aren’t sure

An existing annuity deserves a second, unbiased look before you add to it or let it renew.

How we advise on annuities

01

Start with the plan

We decide whether guaranteed income is even needed before any product enters the conversation.

02

Translate the fine print

Surrender periods, riders, caps, and participation rates, we put all of it in plain English.

03

Advise as a fiduciary

If an annuity fits, we say so. If it does not, we say that too. No commission pressure either way.

Common questions

Are annuities a good investment?
Sometimes, for the right person and purpose, usually guaranteed income. The product is neither hero nor villain; the question is whether it fits your plan and at what cost.
Can I get out of an annuity?
Often, but surrender charges and tax consequences can apply, especially early on. We review your specific contract before you make a move.
How do I know a recommendation is in my best interest?
Ask whether the person is a fiduciary and how they are paid. As fee-based fiduciaries, we have no commission riding on whether you buy one.
Should I buy an annuity for guaranteed income?
Only if your plan actually needs more guaranteed income than Social Security and pensions already provide, and only if the terms are fair. We run that math first.

Ready for a straight answer on annuities?

A complimentary conversation with an advisor, no cost and no pressure, just a clear look at where you stand.

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