Tag: myga

March 29, 2017 by Brad Gunning

3.10% Guaranteed Rate MYGA

We currently have access to a unique fixed annuity which is paying a higher than average interest rate. This opportunity offers guaranteed growth with no stock market risk and also no fees. What I like most about this type of annuity is the relatively short time commitment involved. Current Multi-year Guaranteed Annuity (MYGA) Rates: 3

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June 27, 2016 by Brad Gunning

Video Guide to MYGAs

If you have 15 minutes and you’re interested in a MYGA 101 course, you’ve come to the right place. The above video dives into the following topics regarding MYGAs: 1. What is a MYGA? To start, the video defines MYGA: a multi-year guaranteed annuity. Specifically, it’s a type of fixed annuity with a guaranteed interest

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June 13, 2016 by Brad Gunning

At What Age Should You Purchase an Annuity?

Perhaps you like the security of a guaranteed annuity over fluctuations in the stock market. Maybe you’re looking to move money from a low interest savings account or CD into a higher interest annuity. Regardless, you’re intrigued by the prospect of annuities, but aren’t sure if now is the right time in your life to

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June 6, 2016 by Troy Baccus

Limited-Time High Interest Rate MYGA

What is a limited-time high interest rate MYGA? From time to time, an insurance company will have special limited-time offer for a Multi-Year Guaranteed Annuity (MYGA) with a higher interest rate. For example, we were notified by one of our carriers that, beginning June 6, they are offering a MYGA with a 3.15%* interest rate. It’s a 5

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June 5, 2016 by Brad Gunning

What are the Pros and Cons of MYGAs?

We have had a tremendous amount of inquiries regarding Multi-Year Guaranteed Annuities (MYGAs) in the last year. The recent enthusiasm for MYGAs is the result of the sustained low-interest environment we’ve found ourselves in. Below are some of the pros and cons of MYGAs, followed by our recommendation.   Pros of MYGAs: Safe Better interest rates

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February 24, 2014 by Troy Baccus

Is an Annuity Similar to a Bank CD?

            Our clients often ask us to explain the difference between an annuity and a Certificate of Deposit (CD).  First, let’s define both CDs and annuities. Definition of CD: “A Certificate of Deposit is a written acknowledgment from a bank that it has received from the person named a specified

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