Learn what annuities are, how fixed, variable, indexed, immediate, and deferred annuities work, and how they can help provide steady retirement income.

Annuities are often marketed as a reliable income stream for retirement, but reality doesn’t always match the promise. If your dad set up an annuity but still asks you for money every month, it’s a ...

A report from financial research and analytics provider Cerulli Associates finds the increasing popularity of fixed-indexed annuities (FIAs) is posing a threat to traditional variable annuities.

Many people who want a reliable stream of income in retirement set up annuities to pay them a fixed annual income after they stop working. There are multiple types of annuities available, including ...