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Secure, Predictable Retirement Income With Premium Annuity Strategies
Annuities provide guaranteed* lifetime income, protection from market volatility, and long-term financial stability. Discover how the right strategy can strengthen your retirement plan and reduce risk.
What Is an Annuity?
An annuity is a long-term financial product designed to provide guaranteed income, market protection, or a combination of both. It is issued by insurance companies and can help create a more predictable and secure retirement plan.
Depending on the type of annuity, you can:
Protect your principal from market declines.
Receive guaranteed lifetime income.
Grow your savings safely through fixed or index-linked interest.
Customize your retirement strategy based on your goals and risk tolerance
Annuities are commonly used by individuals who want to reduce risk, stabilize retirement income, or diversify beyond traditional market investments.
Why Fixed Indexed Annuities Are So Popular for Safe, Stable Retirement Planning
Downside Protection
Your principal is protected from market losses. Even when the market drops, your contract won’t lose value due to index performance.
Upside Growth Potential
Your annuity can earn interest based on the performance of a market index, allowing growth without the risk of losing principal.
Optional Guaranteed Lifetime Income
With an income rider, you can receive predictable income for life—similar to a personal pension—regardless of market performance.
Why High-Income Earners & Retirees Choose FIAs
Protection From Market Volatility
With a Fixed Indexed Annuity, your principal is protected from market losses. Even during downturns or recessions, your contract value won’t decrease due to market performance.
Predictable, Stable Retirement Income
FIAs offer the option to create guaranteed lifetime income—a dependable income stream similar to a personal pension. This can help reduce anxiety around unpredictable markets or outliving savings.
Safe Growth With Upside Potential
Your annuity can earn interest based on index performance, without direct exposure to the market. This gives you the opportunity for growth while prioritizing safety.
How a Fixed Indexed Annuity Strategy Works
You Fund the Annuity
You can start with a lump sum or roll over existing retirement accounts. Your principal is protected, and your contract begins earning interest based on the annuity terms.
Your Value Grows With Index Performance
Your annuity earns interest based on the performance of a market index—without investing directly in the market. You get upside potential with no loss of principal due to market declines.
You Receive Guaranteed Income or Take Withdrawals
You can take withdrawals as needed or activate an income rider for predictable lifetime income. Your wealth stays protected even in volatile markets.
Market-Based Accounts
Direct exposure to market risk.
Gains AND losses affect your balance.
No protection against volatility.
No guaranteed lifetime income.
Must manage investments yourself (or pay someone to).
Stress during downturns or recessions.
Fixed Indexed Annuities (FIAs)
No direct market exposure.
Principal protection from market losses.
Gains are locked in annually.
Optional guaranteed lifetime income.
No investment management required.
Reliable strategy for income + safe growth.
Is a Fixed Indexed Annuity Right for You?
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You May Be a Good Fit If…
You want to protect your retirement from market losses.
You prefer predictable, stable growth.
You want the option for guaranteed lifetime income.
You have $150,000+ to reposition or roll over.
You’re between 45–80 years old.
You want a safer strategy than a 401(k), IRA, or brokerage account.
You value long-term financial security.
You want peace of mind during market volatility.
An FIA May Not Be a Fit If…
You want high-risk, high-volatility investments.
You want daily liquidity or active trading.
You prefer short-term financial strategies.
You need access to all your funds immediately.
You want full market exposure and speculation.
You are looking for aggressive investment growth.
Pre-Retirees & Retirees
Individuals nearing retirement who want protection from market loss.
Ideal for ages 50–80 seeking steady, low-risk growth.
Conservative Savers
Savers who want better growth than CDs or the bank—without taking stock market risk.
Ideal for those who prefer safe, structured, guaranteed strategies.
People Who Want Income They Cannot Outlive
Anyone who wants a reliable income stream they cannot outlive.
FIAs provide optional lifetime income riders for pension-like stability.
See If a Fixed Indexed Annuity Is Right for Your Retirement Plan
Answer a few quick questions to find out whether an FIA aligns with your goals for safe growth, wealth protection, and long-term income.
No fees. No sales pressure. Just clarity and a plan tailored to your goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What exactly is a Fixed Indexed Annuity?
A Fixed Indexed Annuity (FIA) is a retirement vehicle that protects your principal from market losses while allowing your value to grow based on index performance. It is not a stock market investment and does not lose value due to market downturns.
2. Can I lose money in an FIA?
No. Your principal is protected from market losses. Even if the market performs poorly, your contract will not lose value due to negative index returns.
3. How does the interest growth work?
Your annuity is linked to a market index, such as the S&P 500. When the index performs well, you earn interest up to a capped, uncapped, or participation rate—depending on the strategy. When the index performs poorly, your credited interest is simply 0%, not negative.
4. When can I start receiving income?
You can withdraw funds after the first year (depending on the product), or you can activate a lifetime income rider if you want guaranteed income that lasts as long as you live. You choose when income begins.
5. Are FIAs only for retirees?
Not at all. FIAs are popular with:
Professionals in their 40s–60s, Pre-retirees wanting safety, High-income individuals rolling over 401(k)s, Anyone wanting guaranteed income or market protection.
6. What if I need access to my money?
Most annuities allow 10% penalty-free withdrawals per year. Some offer enhanced liquidity for nursing care, terminal illness, or long-term care triggers.
7. How do you get paid?
There is no charge for working with me. I am compensated directly by the insurance carrier — not by you. There are no advisory fees, no management fees, and no hidden costs.
8. What’s the next step if I want to explore my options?
Simply complete the short qualification quiz or schedule a consultation. I’ll review your goals, explain your options clearly, and help you determine whether an FIA is the right fit.
IUL or FIA — Which Tax-Efficient Strategy Fits Your Goals Best?
Both strategies offer protection and growth — but they serve different purposes. Here’s the simplest way to compare them.
Indexed Universal Life (IUL)
BEST FOR:
Tax-free retirement income.
Younger professionals (25–55).
High earners contributing monthly.
Those wanting living benefits + death benefit.
KEY ADVANTAGES:
Tax-free income potential.
Protected growth linked to an index.
Flexible premiums.
Cash value accumulation
Fixed Indexed Annuity (FIA)
BEST FOR:
Pre-retirees & retirees.
Those rolling over $150k+
Those seeking guaranteed, predictable retirement income
Those seeking principal protection.
KEY ADVANTAGES:
0% downside market protection.
Index-linked growth with no losses.
Guaranteed lifetime income options.
No active management needed
Ready to See Whether an FIA Is Right for Your Retirement Strategy?
No pressure. No sales tactics. Just clarity, protection, and the right strategy for your future.
No pressure. No sales tactics. Just clarity, protection, and the right strategy for your future.
Tara Life Annuity Solutions
Licensed National Insurance Broker — Rosine Scott (NPN 20975908)
Tara Life Annuity Solutions — Licensed National Insurance Broker
Rosine Scott • National Producer Number (NPN): 20975908
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