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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Answering Retirement’s Most FAQs
Read moreThe Indexed Annuity Leadership Council (IALC) compiled and answered some of the most frequently asked questions when it comes to planning for retirement.
Top 3 Common Retirement Mistakes
Read moreOn the surface, transitioning to retirement means spending your days on the golf course or on the beach instead of in the office. But failing to prepare for re…
MyRA: One Year Later
Read moreA year after the initial launch of MyRA, we take a look at what’s happened since the announcement and its progress in its first year.
The 20th Anniversary of Fixed Index Annuities
Read moreThis week Fixed Index Annuities (FIAs) reached a milestone – their 20th anniversary! On February 15th, 1995, Fixed Index Annuities were first introduced to con…
5 Best Reads on Retirement
Read more2014 was a big year in retirement news and research, from women’s retirement savings still lagging behind men’s to LGBT Baby Boomers and soon-to-be-retirees co…
Prepared for Retirement? Higher Education Professionals Are
Read moreAccording to a new Teachers Insurance & Annuity Association survey, higher education faculty is better prepared for retirement than the general population – se…