Retirement annuities: Pros and cons of annuity investing
An annuity can provide lifetime income. But they come with several advantages and disadvantages to know about.
5 min read
Apr 10, 2025
Roger Wohlner
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Roger Wohlner is a former contributing writer for Bankrate.
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