Annuity types

Learn about different types of annuities — fixed, indexed, variable and income — how they compare, and which option might be a good fit for your retirement strategy.

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What is a guaranteed lifetime income annuity?

Guaranteed lifetime income annuities can help provide reliable income for life, alongside other retirement accounts, so you can enjoy retirement with confidence and may help reduce the risk of outliving your savings.

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Boosting your retirement strategy confidence with annuities

Understand the different types of annuities available, see how they may help build security in retirement, and consider whether annuities might help you achieve your retirement goals.

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What is an income annuity?

Worried about retirement income? An income annuity can give you a steady monthly payout.

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What is a fixed annuity?

Annuities are relatively common as part of some long-term retirement portfolios, but can be a bit confusing to understand.

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What is a deferred annuity?

Learn about deferred annuities, including how they work, different types and some pros and cons to consider.

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Choosing a contract

Explore articles that explain the various types of annuities to help you compare features, benefits and key considerations, so you can choose the option that best aligns with your retirement goals.

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Annuity basics

Get to know the essentials of annuities — what they are, how they work and why people choose them. With a strong foundation, you'll be better equipped to decide if an annuity makes sense for you.

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