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Annuities

Annuities are financial contracts between an individual and an insurance company designed to provide a guaranteed stream of income, typically for retirement. Unlike standard savings accounts, annuities are specifically engineered to manage “longevity risk”—the danger of outliving your savings—by converting a lump sum or series of premiums into steady payments that can last for the rest of your life.

The “Risk Reality”: The Retirement Gap

Retirement planning has shifted from defined benefit pensions to personal responsibility, creating significant uncertainty. Market volatility can erode a nest egg just when you need it most. According to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), annuities offer a unique layer of tax-deferred growth and protection against market downturns, ensuring you have a baseline of income that covers essential expenses regardless of how the stock market performs.

Annuities Coverage

We structure annuity portfolios to match your retirement horizon, whether you need immediate income or long-term growth.

What is Covered (Benefits)
Guaranteed Income: Fixed payments that begin either immediately or at a future date, often continuing for life.
Tax-Deferred Growth: You pay no taxes on the earnings within the annuity until you withdraw the money.
Death Benefit: Ensures that if you pass away before receiving payments, your designated beneficiary receives the remaining value.
What is NOT Covered (Limitations)
Liquidity: Annuities are long-term vehicles. Withdrawing funds early often incurs “surrender charges” and tax penalties.
FDIC Insurance: Unlike bank CDs, annuities are backed by the claims-paying ability of the insurance carrier, not the federal government.

The “Dream” Difference: Standard vs. Comprehensive

Most direct quotes only cover the basics in the left column. We shop multiple carriers to secure the critical add-ons in the right column that actually protect your livelihood.

Feature Standard Savings/CD Fixed/Indexed Annuity
Guaranteed Interest Rate Yes (Usually Lower) Yes (Typically Higher)
Tax-Deferred Growth No (Taxed Annually) Yes
Lifetime Income Option No Yes
Principal Protection Yes (FDIC) Yes (Carrier Backed)

 

 

Annuities Cost

“How much does an annuity cost?” Annuities are purchased via premiums, which can be a single lump sum or flexible payments over time.

  • Minimum Premiums: Industry market data indicates that many carriers accept initial investments as low as $5,000 to $10,000 for non-qualified annuities.
  • Fees & Expenses: Variable annuities often carry mortality and expense fees (averaging around 1.25%), while Fixed annuities typically have no direct annual fees, as the carrier makes money on the interest spread.
  • Surrender Charges: If you withdraw more than the allowed amount (usually 10% annually) during the early years, you may face a surrender charge that decreases over time.

The “Independent Difference”: Why Dream Assurance?

Annuity products are complex and vary wildly between companies. “Independent Means Multiple Choices.” We do not work for the insurance companies; we work for you.

  • Carrier Stability: We only work with highly-rated carriers to ensure your long-term income is secure.
  • Rate Shopping: We compare payout rates and caps across the market to find the product that maximizes your accumulation potential.
  • Holistic Planning: Our agents help you fit the annuity into your broader financial picture, ensuring it complements your Social Security and other assets.

 
Experience the confidence shared by the professionals we protect, and let us turn these options into a clear, comprehensive protection plan for you.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between a fixed and variable annuity?
A fixed annuity offers a guaranteed interest rate and principal protection. A variable annuity invests your money in sub-accounts (like mutual funds), offering higher growth potential but with market risk.
In a Fixed or Fixed-Indexed annuity, your principal is typically protected from market losses. In a Variable annuity, your account value can go down if the underlying investments perform poorly.
IRS rules generally impose a 10% tax penalty on withdrawals before age 59½. Additionally, the insurance company may charge surrender fees if you withdraw during the early contract years (often 5-7 years).
Earnings in an annuity grow tax-deferred. When you withdraw the earnings, they are taxed as ordinary income, not capital gains. If you bought the annuity with pre-tax dollars (like an IRA), the entire withdrawal is taxed.
Most annuities have a death benefit provision. If you pass away before annuitizing (converting to income), your beneficiary usually receives the account value or the total premiums paid, whichever is higher.

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