Indexed Annuities: The Basics
Read moreTo help people like you understand the different product features of indexed annuities we've created this helpful video that explains the ins and outs of the i…
Are Small Business Owners Prepared for Retirement?
Read moreNew research from The American College, the nation's largest non-profit educational institution devoted to financial services, reveals that in addition to not …
New Tools to Help You Plan a Strong Future
Read moreAs you may have noticed we’ve changed things up a bit. To help guide you through planning for your financial future, we’ve added more resources and retirement …
How Health Reform Could Impact your Retirement Plans
Read moreRegardless of your views on the 2010 health reform law, there are some specific provisions that may impact how those approaching retirement plan for their heal…
The Benefits of Balancing Your Financial Plan
Read moreLearn more about David’s story and how indexed annuities have helped him meet his retirement goals.
Reaching Retirement Goals
Read moreIndexed annuities have helped Frank and his wife Mary Lou achieve their targets for retirement. They have always been diligent about saving money, and wanted t…
Treasury Easing its Rules on Annuities for Retirement Plans
Read moreIn an effort to increase retirement security for Americans, the Treasury has announced proposed easing of its rules on annuities for retirement plans.
Our Aging Workforce
Read moreBy Wade H. Mayo, President, Life Insurance Company of the Southwest, member of the National Life GroupLast month Fortune ran an article about how our workforce…
Retire on Your Terms
Read moreRetirement planning is personal. Although there are many choices to be made and seemingly endless things to consider, sometimes talking with friends and family…
Retirement Dreams Disappear With 401(k)s
Read more60 Minutes recently re-aired a story about 401(k)s and the fact that so many nearing retirement age are actually are putting off their retirement because their…
Does your retirement plan account for escalating health care expenses?
Read moreAccording to a recent research study from the Insured Retirement Institute (IRI), rising medical expenses, projected to be in the hundreds of thousands of doll…
Helping Seniors Cope with Recession-Related Financial Loss
Read moreAlthough we are still in a down economy, older Americans do have options. Moving much of your retirement savings out of risky options like the stock market to …
Community Weigh-In: What Questions Do You Ask?
Read moreWhat questions do you make sure to ask when discussing your nest egg options?
How Prepared are You for Retirement?
Read moreA recent report from the Insured Retirement Institute found that Boomers between the ages of 60-65 need advice about retirement income. Some of the statistics …
In the News: Wirehouses Warming to Indexed Annuities
Read moreIn a recent article by Investment News, it seems that wirehouses are embracing the once-criticized fixed indexed annuity market. In fact, sales of the product …
Financial State of Baby Boomer Women
Read moreA recent story from NBC News reported that Baby Boomer women are one of the least financially prepared population segments in our country right now. According …
How Annuities Can Shine in Risky Markets
Read moreSome consumers are now looking to indexed annuities as part of their retirement planning to provide balance, safety and most importantly, peace of mind. US New…
Wendy Waugman on CNBC’s Mad Money – Markets in Turmoil
Read moreOur own Wendy Waugaman of American Equity Investment Life Holding Co., discusses how to create jobs in the U.S. and how indexed annuities are one way you can f…