2019 annuity sales reach highest level since 2008
Fixed indexed annuity sales break all-time record thanks to strong performance in the first half of the year, according to Secure Retirement Institute data.
New leader quick to update IRI’s mission and vision
Annuity industry insider shares accomplishments at REACH event less than two months into his tenure, including unveiling a set of strategic priorities for 2019 and quarterly “town hall” conference calls.
Pacific Life, Blueprint Income launch digital experience to modernize annuity purchasing
The collaboration’s “Next Deferred Income Annuity” offers simple, transparent way to begin building guaranteed income for retirement with as little as $100.
Phase II of Fiduciary Rule implementation to be delayed 18 months
Department of Labor proposal released Wednesday would extend the transition period and delay of applicability from Jan. 1, 2018, to July 1, 2019.
The Best Annuity FMOs
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Fiduciary Rule concerns spur 8% drop in total 2017 annuity sales
Uncertainty over DOL’s partially implemented rule blamed for 5% decline in fixed indexed annuity sales, the product line’s first annual decline since 2009, according to just released figures from LIMRA’s Secure Retirement Institute.
Pandemic, low interest rates combine to cripple Q2 annuity sales
Registered index-linked annuity sales growth the lone bright spot as overall annuity sales decline 24% according to latest Secure Retirement Institute report.
The Best Fixed Index Annuities Based on Cash Accumulation
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6 big annuity carriers boost Envestnet Insurance Exchange platform launch
Independent advisors can gain access to robust selection of variable, structured, fixed and indexed annuities on single, integrated platform.
NAFA selects industry veteran, Charles R. “Chip” Anderson, as new Executive Director
Washington, D.C., April 8, 2015 - Following a widespread and in-depth search across multiple industries, the National Association for Fixed Annuities (NAFA) is proud...