An annuity is a financial product that provides a stream of income over a set period. Annuities are often used in retirement planning as a way to generate income from a lump sum investment.

Rolling your 401 (k) into an annuity might sound like a safe, conservative move, but it can be risky if you don’t think it through. It can give you guaranteed income and protect against running out of ...

At 55, retirement annuities could be an option, but timing, cost and flexibility matter more than you might think.

An annuity is a contract issued by an insurance company that pays a stream of income for a specified period or, often, for the remaining life of the contract holder. Insurance agents and registered ...