About a month ago I booked a flight to see one of my best friends. Considering that we’re still dealing with COVID-19, I decided to to purchase travel insurance. And,…
Author archives: John Rampton
9 Memorable Retirement Party Ideas
There were 28.6 million Baby Boomers – those born from 1946 to 1964 – who reported a retirement status at the end of the third quarter of 2020. Suffice to…
A Simple Guide to Annuity Matchmaking
Like I’m sure that you do as well, I have a friend who has no trouble dating. He’s by no means some creep who abides by questionable tactics championed by…
The Assault on Productivity, Neglect of Your Calendar
Almost all of us want to be able to improve our productivity. But how exactly can we do this? There’s certainly no shortage of tried and true techniques. Examples would…
11 Things You Didn’t Know About Annuity Rates (And 1 You Did)
Here’s a true paradox about annuities and annuity rates; they’re simple and complicated. “The basic annuity is easy to understand: With a single-premium immediate annuity, you hand over a lump…
403b Retirement Plan
Do you work for a nonprofit or tax-exempt organization? In that case, you’re probably driven by your desire to help others. But, who’s going to take care of you when…
Challenges of Retirement Planning with an Annuity (Review)
What’s the key to a successful retirement plan? In my opinion, it’s having a balanced and diversified portfolio. “It’s all about striking the right balance between preservation and growth,” says…
Your Calendar Can Handle Communication Overload
People may not realize just how time-consuming it can be to keep up with email, social media, and other forms of online communication. For example, the average screen time for…
An Annuity 101 Guide for Consumers Who Want Fixed Annuity Rates
Are you looking for an effective way to manage your retirement income? If so, then you may want to consider an annuity. Why? It will provide regular and guaranteed payments,…
What is an Annuity? (And Can it Get You Out of Debt?
Annuities are insurance products that are usually used to enhance your retirement’s financial goals and plans. Overall, in terms of financial security, annuities are among the most powerful tools available….