Annuities & Pensions
Why People Don’t Consider Equity-Indexed Annuities as Good Investments
Wednesday, March 31st, 2010A lot of people do not consider equity indexed annuities as an ideal form of investment. Let us try to have an idea of the factors which make these types of investments not so popular among people. Equity indexed annuities do promise good returns and financial stability. However, the high risk factor that is [...]
Is an Equity Indexed Annuity a Good Investment?
Sunday, October 25th, 2009Introduced in 1995, equity indexed annuities have gained popularity over the years.
Their returns are based on the performance of equity market index such as NASDAQ, NYSE or S&P 500.Whether equity indexed annuities make a good investment alternative depends on many factors.
Equity indexed annuities are meant for long term purposes such as retirement, therefore if you [...]
What is a Variable Annuity?
Sunday, October 4th, 2009A variable annuity is a life insurance agreement between you and your insurance company in which you get periodic payments for the rest of your life from the insurance provider. You can get the payments immediately of at later date. The performance of the investment options that you choose will determine the value of your [...]