Who Should Go in for an Annuity?

By Deborah L. Alexander

Who Should Go in for an Annuity?

Information you’ll need before getting an annuity rate quote, for investment, retirement, or life insurance.

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By Deborah L. Alexander

OverviewAn annuity is a retirement savings vehicle that can supplement your retirement plan.TimeframeAn annuity can be used if you do not need to access the money invested until after age 59 1/2.Tax DeferralInterest grows inside the annuity on a tax-deferred basis. If you are in a higher tax bracket currently but expect to be in a lower tax bracket when you access the annuity, you are in a good position to invest in an annuity.Max Out Your 401kIf you have reached the maximum that you can contribute to your 401k, an annuity can help you continue to save.Self-EmployedAn annuity can be used as an IRA vehicle or a SIMPLE plan.Special Needs ChildrenA parent can set up an annuity that will pay expenses for a dependent child after the parent’s death.Death BenefitsAnnuities have death benefits that do not require you to submit to medical underwriting.ResourcesreferenceSuitability of AnnuitiesresourceNational Association of Insurance Commissioners

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