An annuity is a contract with an insurance company designed to help you accumulate or distribute money for retirement. We act as your broker—comparing contracts across carriers so the structure, riders, and costs fit your plan.
- Fixed annuity — guaranteed rate for a set period.
- Fixed indexed annuity (FIA) — interest tied to an index with downside protection.
- Immediate annuity — convert a lump sum into payments that start right away.
- Deferred income annuity — payments start in the future for higher income later.
- Riders — income, enhanced death benefit, long-term care-style features (varies by carrier).