Annuities are arguably the most common, most utilized, yet most misunderstood financial products available to consumers today. In fact, most investors have no idea that there are actually four very different and unique types of annuities available to them. Instead, most people have been misled by both the media and certain financial personalities who misrepresent and lump all annuities together as if each one works exactly the same.

We offer cutting-edge and versatile products that not only provide a death benefit, but can also accumulate cash value. Examples include whole life insurance, universal life insurance, and variable life insurance. Each type has its own unique characteristics and traits, but the goal for each is to provide your loved ones with a sense of financial security should you die prematurely and also accumulate as much cash value as possible for you to tap into on an income-tax-free basis. More and more people are buying cash value life insurance because of the tax efficiency it offers.

Long-term care is utilized when someone requires help with everyday living or has a severe cognitive impairment. These plans are often viewed as “too expensive” when there is no guarantee that you will even need one. However, many don’t realize that in addition to covering unforeseen costs, these funds can also be used towards things such as in-home nursing or physical therapy.

As you approach retirement, we can evaluate your existing retirement accounts – pension, IRAs, SEPs, 401k plans, annuities – and make recommendations for generating income from these accounts. We can also provide an overview of the options you have available for taking distributions from these accounts, and advise you on the most effective way to convert these assets into a steady income stream in retirement.