An annuity is a contract with an insurance company that turns your savings into a predictable, guaranteed stream of income in retirement — for a set period, or for the rest of your life. With record-breaking sales in recent years, annuities are becoming a cornerstone of modern retirement planning.
Schedule a Consultation Annuity TypesFrom funding to guaranteed lifetime income — here's exactly how annuities work.
💡 Real Example: A 65-year-old investing $200,000 into a single premium immediate annuity (SPIA) could receive approximately $1,100–$1,300/month for life — guaranteed income regardless of how long they live or what happens in the market. Rates vary by carrier and current interest environment.
There's no one-size-fits-all annuity. Kenneth evaluates your retirement goals, timeline, and risk tolerance to find the right structure for you.
One of the biggest financial risks in retirement is outliving your money. With Americans living longer than ever, a retirement that lasts 25–30 years is no longer unusual. Social Security alone is rarely enough to cover all expenses.
Annuities solve this problem by providing a guaranteed income stream — no matter how long you live or what happens in the market. Recent high interest rate environments have pushed annuity payouts to some of their highest levels in years, making now an especially attractive time to lock in rates.
U.S. retail annuity sales hit a record $385.4 billion in 2023 — and the trend continues as more Americans prioritize income certainty over market speculation in retirement.
💼 A 2025 Ernst & Young study found that integrating annuities into a retirement portfolio can sustain after-tax income in 90% of market scenarios — significantly outperforming portfolios that rely solely on stocks and bonds.
Kenneth will walk you through your options — no pressure, no jargon, just the right plan for your family.
Important Disclosures
Final expense life insurance proceeds are paid directly to the named beneficiary and may be used at their discretion — they are not restricted to any specific funeral provider or service. Final expense policies carry lower face values than most traditional life insurance products, as they are designed to address end-of-life costs rather than provide broad financial support for surviving dependents. These policies typically do not require a medical exam; however, premiums increase with age, and benefit payouts may be subject to limitations during an initial period for applicants with significant health conditions. All policy guarantees are contingent on the claims-paying ability of the issuing insurance company.
This website contains information about Indexed Universal Life Insurance (IUL) and constitutes a solicitation of insurance. A licensed agent or producer may contact you. IUL policies are not direct investments in the stock market. Interest is credited based on the performance of an external index, subject to a floor rate (typically 0%) and a cap or participation rate. Even with a floor in place, the policy's cash value may decrease due to the cost of insurance, policy fees, and other charges. IUL policies contain specific terms, limitations, exclusions, and conditions required to keep the policy in force. All guarantees are subject to the financial strength and claims-paying ability of the issuing company. Please review your policy contract carefully for complete details.
Reducing or suspending premium payments will affect the amount of interest credited to the policy and may shorten the period the policy remains in force. Accessing cash value through withdrawals or loans will reduce both the available cash surrender value and the death benefit. Policy loans are subject to interest; any outstanding loan balance will be deducted from the death benefit at the time of claim. There are limits on the amount that may be paid into an IUL policy. Excess contributions may cause the policy to become a Modified Endowment Contract (MEC), which changes the tax treatment of withdrawals and loans. The term "Simplified Issue" refers to a streamlined underwriting process that reduces the time needed to obtain coverage and does not imply guaranteed approval.
The death benefit is generally not payable if the insured's death results from suicide — whether sane or insane — within the policy's contestability period. In such cases, the benefit paid will be limited to the sum of premiums paid since policy issuance, less any outstanding loan balances, loan interest, and prior withdrawals. Specific exclusions and limitations vary by state and by policy.
This website constitutes a solicitation of insurance. A licensed agent or producer may contact you following submission of your information. Product availability, coverage terms, and features vary by state and by policy. Premium rates may be higher for tobacco users. Final rates and eligibility are subject to underwriting review based on your application responses and information obtained from third-party sources. Policies contain specific limitations, exclusions, termination provisions, and requirements for maintaining coverage. Please contact Kenneth Bowne or refer to your policy documents for full details. All guarantees are based on the claims-paying ability of the issuing life insurance company.
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