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Whatever life after 50 looks like to you, thinking about money in retirement shouldn’t keep you up at night. We’re all dealing with the big questions about money and aging: How much you can really spend, how to invest your life savings without risking it all in the stock market, and should you sell your home and downsize? Then there’s the biggest unknown: how much health care you’ll need, and whether your savings and insurance is enough to cover the costs. This is personal. These topics may ...
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Fun With Annuities® Podcast is hosted by America’s Annuity Agent, Stan The Annuity Man®. Hear brutal annuity facts with no sales pitches from the top independent agent in the country, licensed in all 50 states. Author of 7 books, Stan dives deep on all annuity types and strategies. It’s fun, learning the contractual truths on how annuities actually work and if they’ll fit your personal retirement lifestyle. Listen in on how you can be livin’ the reality, not the dream.
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In this episode, The Annuity Man and Pam Krueger discuss: Finding fiduciary financial advisors Customizing an annuity according to your goal Rejecting pushy pitches from agents Avoiding costly mistakes through education Key Takeaways: Seek independent, fee-only, fiduciary advisors focused solely on your interests, not commissions or product sales. …
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In this episode, The Annuity Man discussed: Focusing on contractual guarantees What annuities solve for Common annuity pitch traps Key Takeaways: Avoid non-guaranteed hypotheticals and focus on contractual guarantees when considering annuities. Buy annuities for specific needs like principal protection, income, long-term care, or legacy, not for ma…
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In this episode, The Annuity Man discussed: Transferring risk through annuities The annuity PILL Annuities are for guarantees and not growth Key Takeaways: Fixed Annuities provide lifetime income by transferring longevity risk to insurance companies. They offer over 40 different structures, such as life/joint life with cash/installment refund. Buy …
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In this episode, The Annuity Man and Jack Lenenberg discuss: Annuities and long-term care The three primary types of long-term care coverage Tailored long-term care Planning for the future Key Takeaways: Annuities provide principal protection, lifetime income, legacy planning, and long-term care coverage for uninsurable individuals. Long-term care …
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In this episode, The Annuity Man discussed: Annuity marketing gimmicks The complexity of Indexed Annuities What annuities are for Key Takeaways: Bonuses for annuities are marketing gimmicks and provide no real value. Contractual guarantees are the most important aspect of annuities. Indexed annuities are complex products with components like caps, …
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Medicare open enrollment is here, and this year things could get a little tricky! The Friends Talk Money team is joined by Medicare expert Philip Moeller who breaks down everything you need to know about this year’s medicare open enrollment season and offers some helpful tips to avoid costly mistakes. Have you reviewed your plan options yet?…
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In this episode, The Annuity Man discussed: How to use Indexed Annuities efficiently The two sides of an indexed annuity Focusing on what annuities really do Key Takeaways: Indexed Annuities can be used as an efficient delivery system for Income Riders, which provides guaranteed lifetime income. There are two sides to an Indexed Annuity: the accumu…
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In this episode, The Annuity Man discussed: Pragmatic approach to financial planning How annuities are primarily priced Four primary benefits of annuities Closing the gap with annuities Key Takeaways: Prepare for either party leadership scenarios to ensure financial stability. Approach financial planning with a pragmatic mindset, always employing t…
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In this episode, The Annuity Man discussed: How different your life could be with more money Retiring from work and the markets Investing safely and smartly Living off of guarantees Key Takeaways: People in the news and most financial advisors will tell you always to keep money in the markets, but you have to ask yourself this: will more money make…
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In this episode, The Annuity Man discussed: Ensuring a stable retirement regardless of politics How annuities are priced Planning for political uncertainty Tailoring annuities to your financial goals Key Takeaways: Annuities provide a guaranteed income floor regardless of political outcomes. Take emotions out of financial decisions, and focus on bu…
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A growing number of people 55+ are searching for a deeper meaning and purpose in your life, and heading back to college to find it. And many prestigious colleges and universities are offering specialized programs designed just for those new ‘senior students’. These midlife and later-life reinvention courses are flourishing nationwide, with exciting…
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In this episode, The Annuity Man discussed: Lifetime income and principal protection Return of your money Peeling of the interest to solve income needs Key Takeaways: Annuities aren’t only for lifetime income, some products just protect the principal like a MYGA or a Fixed Annuity. With lifetime income, annuity companies are on the hook to pay a re…
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In this episode, The Annuity Man discussed: When is it a good time to buy an annuity? Are annuities for market growth? Annuity sales tactics to be wary of Key Takeaways: Annuities aren’t for everybody. If you need to transfer risk, need contractual guarantees, or solve for principal protection, income for life, legacy, or long-term care, then it’s …
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In this episode, The Annuity Man and Terry Savage discuss: What is “chicken money”? Considering future crises in your financial plan Seeking trusted advisors Building an income floor Key Takeaways: Your “chicken money” is money that you can’t afford to lose. CDs, treasury bills, money markets, AAA municipal bonds, and MYGAs are suitable options. MY…
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Your home is more than just a roof over your head; it’s a treasure trove of memories and emotions. As you consider your estate planning, it’s essential to think about how to pass this cherished asset on to your heirs. The Friends Talk Money team dives into the heart of estate planning and explores all your options for your most emotional asset—your…
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In this episode, The Annuity Man discussed: Locking in for three years and over The top three safest money When to go for CDs and treasuries Key Takeaways: Ask yourself how long you want to lock the money in for. MYGAs provide the highest contractual guarantee if it’s three years and over compared to CDs and treasuries. The safest money out of all …
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In this episode, The Annuity Man discussed: The right product for the right situation What is lifetime income? Income from interest Key Takeaways: An agent selling an annuity product as a one-size-fits-all product is like a doctor prescribing one medication for everyone. There is a right product for the right circumstance, and if a person doesn’t n…
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In this episode, The Annuity Man discussed: Planning with simplicity Annuity products overview Consumer-focused future of annuities Tuning out the noise Key Takeaways: Lifetime income is priced primarily on your life expectancy and interest rates play a secondary role in pricing. Shop all carriers for the highest contractual guarantee, don’t gamble…
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In this episode, The Annuity Man discussed: Acknowledging your wealth The scars of scarcity Should you be worried about inflation Setting up contractual guarantees Key Takeaways: Be rational about the wealth that you have. Don’t say you’re not rich if you are not one of the 40% of Americans today who have $400 to their name and are struggling. Ackn…
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As more retirees seek to reenter the workforce, it is crucial to know how to position yourself for success in today's competitive job market. In this episode, the Friends Talk Money team shares valuable insights on updating your resume effectively. With years of experience in your industry, focus on maintaining a concise and impactful resume. Highl…
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In this episode, The Annuity Man discussed: Automating your income Establishing an automated income stream Reverse-engineering your income goal Key Takeaways: Automating your income is about creating more income floor to add to your lifetime income stream with Social Security which increases with inflation. This is where annuities come into play si…
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In this episode, The Annuity Man and Sheryl Garrett discuss: The role of a financial planner How the industry should be Hiring the right planner Being aggressive with cash flow Key Takeaways: Many personal, financial, economic, and psychological things are coming together all at once. The planner’s role is to help clients see through all of that an…
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The Older You Are, the Higher the Annuity Payment: Shootin' It Straight With Stan (TAM Classic)
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In this episode, The Annuity Man discussed: Claiming your social security You can’t time annuities Three phases of retirement Key Takeaways: Social security payments get higher if you wait until 70 because you’re older which means that your life expectancy is less, meaning that there are fewer projected payments. Fewer payments mean that those paym…
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In this episode, The Annuity Man discussed: Creating a solid income floor for retirement Considering your income Many ways to create income Key Takeaways: Going into chapter two of your life, you have to do your own thing. Stop keeping score. You’ve already won the game, you already have enough money, so why are you still playing? It’s important to…
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In this episode, The Annuity Man and Rick Ferri discuss: Outperforming 90% of investors Developing a simple portfolio Five ways to improve your portfolio Facing the risks Key Takeaways: Investing is not as difficult as others would have you believe. The best way to invest is to keep things simple; the fewer moving parts, the better. Develop a simpl…
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In this episode, The Annuity Man discussed: Not everyone needs to be exposed Bonds and market volatility Looking into lifetime income Questions to ask your advisor Key Takeaways: Financial advisors tend to advise their clients to do 60% equity and 40% bond split or that they always have some exposure, but it doesn’t apply to everybody. People who’v…
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On the latest episode of Friends Talk Money, the crew sits down with IRA and Tax Guru Ed Slott to dive deep into all things retirement savings.Από τον friendstalkmoney.org
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In this episode, The Annuity Man discussed: Bonuses are not the true benefits Unethical practices that rush an annuity sale Focus on what really matters Key Takeaways: Upfront bonuses are merely a part of the contract rather than the true benefits they seem to be. Focus instead on the lifetime income guarantee, on the financial stability and predic…
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In this episode, The Annuity Man and Jason Fichtner discuss: Preparing for depletion Preaching to a hurricane Maximizing returns and minimizing risks The real danger zone Key Takeaways: There’s going to be depletion in combined trust funds in 2024. In response to this, you can delay claiming your social security until you absolutely need it, you ca…
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In this episode, The Annuity Man discussed: Annuities are customizable An example of life with cash refund What does it mean to get a joint-life policy Options and choices when getting an annuity Key Takeaways: A life-only contract means that the annuity company is on the hook to pay as long as you’re breathing, but the money goes away when you die…
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In this episode, The Annuity Man discussed: What does it mean to live off the interest? Living off guaranteed interest When interest rates go down If you can’t live off of the interest Key Takeaways: At the time of this taping, some money markets are 4, some CDs at five, and some MYGAs at five and a half. A lot of you out there have enough funds th…
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In this episode, The Annuity Man and John Olsen discuss: The suitability approach and consumer trust How the annuity industry can be better Approaching people who hate annuities Risk management and risk transfer Key Takeaways: There is a considerable certainty that companies out there are determined to give the right product to their clients. If yo…
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Expert Brian Gordon explains how a recent law created a clever new way to pay for premiums in case you ever need long-term care.Από τον friendstalkmoney.org
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Taking care of loved one’s with special needs can be incredibly overwhelming, especially if you’re going at it alone. That’s why it’s so important to know where to turn for help. Mary Anne Ehlert, founder of Protected Tomorrows, recently joined the Friends Talk Money team to share her personal experience as a caregiver to her own sister with specia…
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In this episode, The Annuity Man discussed: What are MYGAs and SPIAs? Annuities are contractual commodities MYGA to SPIA Key Takeaways: A MYGA, Multi-Year Guaranteed Annuity, is the annuity industry's version of a CD. The good news about MYGAs is that the interest rate is locked in and non-callable. This means that when interest rates go down, you’…
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The Friends Talk Money team is joined by Alexandra Armstrong, CFP®, CRPC® who is the chairman and founder of Armstrong, Fleming & Moore, Inc. Alex has worked in the investment field for more than 40 years and back in 1977, was the first person to earn the Certified Financial Planner™ certification in Washington, DC. On this episode, Alex discusses …
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In this episode, The Annuity Man discussed: The four main concerns that annuity addresses Why you should stay away from fancy annuities Things to consider when buying annuities Key Takeaways: Annuity contracts are designed to address four key concerns: principal protection, lifetime income, legacy planning, and long-term care. However, not all annu…
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In this episode, The Annuity Man and Dana Anspach discuss: Juicing your retirement money How can you know if you’re “retirement-ready” What are some things you have to consider when setting up your retirement plan The four percent rule Key Takeaways: Don’t underestimate what more you can juice from your retirement plan. You might very well end up w…
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In this episode, The Annuity Man discussed: Annuity solutions to retirement problems The four things that annuities solve for How annuities can give peace of mind, flexibility, and freedom Key Takeaways: Retirement can be a daunting prospect, with the uncertainty of how long your savings will last and the fear of running out of money. However, annu…
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Annuity Doublers Gives Your Money Back Quicker When You Get Sicker: Shootin’ It Straight With Stan
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In this episode, The Annuity Man discussed: What annuity doublers refer to The true story of annuity doublers Key Takeaways: Annuity “doublers” isn’t as lucrative as it seems. You become eligible for enhanced payment if you are found to be unable to do the five daily functions of life. The additional value given in enhanced payments is subtracted d…
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In this episode, The Annuity Man and David Blanchett discuss: People’s irrational preference A gap between perceived and actual ability Is cryptocurrency going to last? Investing when there are low yields Key Takeaways: In theory, people should be indifferent between spending down their portfolio and living off of it - but investors aren’t always r…
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In this episode, The Annuity Man discussed: The four primary annuity types for lifetime income There’s no ROI until you die with lifetime income annuities Two important questions to consider when buying annuities Key Takeaways: There are four primary annuity types providing lifetime income: Single Premium Immediate Annuities, Deferred Income Annuit…
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In this episode, The Annuity Man discussed: The pricing mechanism of annuity products Annuities are commodity products Buy only the products that you understand Key Takeaways: Annuity pricing is primarily based on life expectancy, with interest rates playing a secondary role. Another key factor in annuity pricing is that annuity prices change based…
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In this episode, The Annuity Man and Roger Whitney discuss: The two retirement crises Balancing on the teeter-totter Before going into fancy tactical stuff Focusing on what you can control Key Takeaways: There are two retirement crises: one is when people don’t have enough money to pay the bills when they can’t work anymore. The other crisis is for…
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In this episode, The Annuity Man discussed: Focusing on guarantees The best annuity Finding the annuity best suited for you Key Takeaways: Annuities are financial products that can provide a steady stream of income during retirement, but they come with both benefits and limitations. It's essential to approach annuities with a clear understanding of…
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In this episode, The Annuity Man discussed: Don’t time the market when buying annuities The cost of waiting for the perfect moment Key Takeaways: Don’t time the market when buying annuities. Instead of trying to find the perfect moment, determine whether you actually need an annuity by asking yourself what you want the money to do and when you want…
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In this episode, The Annuity Man and Steve Parrish discuss: People don’t understand annuities Preparing for diminished capacity Life expectancy is good and getting better Managing your retirement plan Key Takeaways: Annuities are not an investment, it’s a form of insurance that makes investments even better. Address problems in advance while you st…
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Our next special guest has undeniably made the most significant impact on your retirement savings strategy. In this episode, the Friends Talk Money team sits down with Ted Benna, the father of the 401(k) plan. Ted shares the fascinating story of how he conceived this groundbreaking idea, navigated the IRS approval process, and gives us a glimpse in…
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In this episode, The Annuity Man discussed: Be strategic and efficient when purchasing annuities Reverse engineering annuity quotes Maximizing retirement income Key Takeaways: When it comes to purchasing annuities for retirement income, it's essential to be strategic and efficient with your money. This is why you should aim to use the least amount …
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In this episode, The Annuity Man discussed: The value of annuities for lifetime income planning Laddering strategy with annuities Placing an annuity inside a trust Key Takeaways: When it comes to planning for lifetime income, annuities can be a valuable tool. However, it's essential to approach annuities with strategies that allow for flexibility a…
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