Author archives: Jordan Bishop

Taxes can be a major burden for retirees and people saving for retirement, so choosing the right investment vehicle is essential. However, once you retire, one of the most important…

We recently wrote a piece showing how much income you can expect to receive every month from different types of annuities, including fixed, immediate income annuities and deferred income annuities….

An annuity is a contract between an individual and an insurance company in which the individual pays a lump sum or series of payments to the insurance company in return…

If you’re nearing retirement or are already retired, chances are you’ve considered purchasing an annuity. An annuity can provide a guaranteed stream of income for life, which can be appealing…

Annuities can be a great way to secure your financial future in retirement. But what is the best age to buy an annuity? Is there a “right” time to purchase…

Saving for retirement can be a tough choice. With so many different ways to invest your money and make your nest egg grow, it’s only natural that many to-be retirees…

Deciding how to save for retirement is a tough choice. There are so many different ways to set your money aside and make it grow over the years to have…

It’s never too late to start planning for retirement. Retirement can be a time of great joy and excitement, but it can also be accompanied by boredom or loneliness. The…

One of the major demographic changes happening in most developed countries is the aging of the population. Thanks to better medical infrastructure, new and more effective medical treatments and overall…

Annuities are a great way to invest, protect yourself from outliving your savings during retirement, and even protect a spouse or dependent from the financial consequences of your death. But,…