Fixed Income Annuities

Also referred to as guaranteed income annuities, fixed income annuities provide payments that remain level for either the duration of your life or, if you prefer, a specified period.

Because payments are guaranteed to remain the same under any and all market conditions, a fixed income annuity can minimize your concerns about market volatility. Keep in mind, though, fixed payments may not keep pace with the rising cost of living. A balanced approach combining fixed income annuities with variable investments that grow over time may help you offset the effects of inflation.

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