Panic Grows About Living Too Long, Without Enough Money to Actually Live
Read moreImagine fearing life more than death. That’s a reality many Americans face as nearly 50 percent of Americans are afraid of outliving their income or their inab…
4 Retirement Questions Job Seekers Should Ask
Read moreToo often when reviewing a job offer, we focus just on the salary or the number of vacation days. However, it’s important to evaluate the entire offer package …
Why You Should Consider A FIA
Read moreIn the past, some consumers looked at Fixed Indexed Annuities, or FIAs, as “overcomplicated products,” that over-promised and under-delivered. That’s no longer…
How to Weather the Storm in Volatile Markets: Takeaways from IALC’s Event
Read moreOn April 20th, the IALC hosted a panel event in DC, “Weathering the Storm: Navigating Volatile Markets,” aimed at facilitating discussion about savings and fin…
4 Ways to Save For Retirement While Paying Off Student Loans
Read moreWhile it can be tempting to simply pay off your college debt and skip saving for a retirement several decades away, prioritizing paying off college loans can e…
3 Simple Mistakes People Make When Saving for Retirement
Read moreWith the recent market volatility, those saving for retirement may be becoming more and more nervous about the stability and security of their retirement savin…
The Top Three FIA Articles from 2015
Read more2015 was a big year for Fixed Indexed Annuities (FIAs). From FIAs having their highest sales to-date to millennials displaying an increasing interest in the pr…
7 Retirement Tips for National Save for Retirement Week
Read moreIn honor of National Save for Retirement Week, check out these 7 tips to make planning for retirement easier.
4 Small Ways to Save Big
Read moreWhen it comes to saving for retirement, starting early is key. And while putting money away can seem like a huge and daunting task, it doesn’t always require m…
Teacher’s Retirement Q&A on Fixed Index Annuities
Read moreAs educators across the country go back to school for another year, it’s a good time to give some thought to what life should be like for teachers once they’re…
Beware of These Four Retirement Pitfalls
Read moreWith average life expectancies increasing, it is critical to have a thorough retirement plan that provides for adequate income to last a lifetime. To make sure…
5 Things You Need to Know About FIAs
Read moreAn easy guide to the 5 things you should know about Fixed Indexed Annuities (FIAs).
Millennials say they want to save for retirement, but a third aren’t doing it
Read moreNearly one in three millennials have no money saved for retirement, and a quarter of millennials – people between the ages of 18 and 34 – report owing more mon…
Increased Life Expectancy Leads to a Decrease in Payout Rates
Read moreWith current rates being “low,” they may seem befuddled when asked to consider purchasing an annuity. I explain that today’s rates are not low. In fact, I beli…
Time for Ferris Bueller to Consider an FIA
Read moreThough it may seem unbelievable, Ferris Bueller’s Day Off came out in theaters 30 years ago today (June 11), making Matthew Broderick’s character about 48 year…
Planning for Retirement: Recent Graduates
Read moreAlthough graduating from college comes with an array of emotions and excitement, it’s important to take time to think about your career path and the ways you c…
IALC Glossary: Explaining Annuity Jargon
Read moreEvery industry has its own language, and it’s no different for retirement planning. Understanding this sometimes confusing language is crucial as you begin mak…
The Changing Face of Retirement
Read moreThe Indexed Annuity Leadership Council unveiled a new initiative that examines the widely varying retirement experience across America. The project, the Changi…