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5 things every couple needs to know before buying a joint annuity
A joint and survivor annuity payout isn’t inherently good or bad — it’s a tool.
6 min read May 19, 2025 -
What’s an individual retirement annuity? How they work, contribution limits and payouts
Individual retirement annuities can provide regular income to retirees.
5 min read May 15, 2025 -
How to find an old 401(k) account: Best ways to track down your lost or forgotten funds
Not sure where those old 401(k) accounts went? Here’s how to track down your lost funds.
3 min read May 14, 2025 -
Custodial Roth IRA: How and why to start a Roth IRA for kids
This type of account can help your child save for retirement as soon as they start earning income.
5 min read May 14, 2025 -
What are fixed index annuities? Benefits, risks and how they work
These annuities protect your principal from market losses — but there’s a catch.
6 min read May 14, 2025 -
Best annuity companies in 2025 and what they offer
Shopping for an annuity? Bankrate is here to make the process easier.
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What is an after-tax 401(k) and who should make contributions to one?
An after-tax 401(k) lets workers take greater advantage of their employer’s retirement plan.
7 min read May 14, 2025 -
Annuity vs. IRA: What’s the difference?
Not sure about the difference between an annuity and an IRA? We’ll tell you what you need to know.
5 min read May 13, 2025 -
Social Security benefits estimated to rise by 2.4% in 2026
What you need to know about the estimated increase expected for Social Security benefits.
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Multi-year guaranteed annuities (MYGAs) vs. CDs
CDs and MYGAs both offer guaranteed returns but they deliver them in different ways.
6 min read May 13, 2025