Category: Inflation

Annuities as a Shield Against Inflation: Securing Your Retirement Purchasing Power

As of early 2026, the economic landscape continues to be defined by persistent inflationary pressures. Retirees and those nearing retirement are acutely aware of how rising costs - from groceries and insurance to housing and healthcare - can quickly erode the purchasing power of a fixed income. This challenge, often referred to as longevity risk … Continue reading Annuities as a Shield Against Inflation: Securing Your Retirement Purchasing Power →

Record Highs: 5 Reasons to Add Gold & Silver to Your Retirement Portfolio

In the last century, very few assets have demonstrated the same resilience as gold and silver. In fact, both metals are now trading at or near record highs. Gold recently surged past $3,600 per ounce, shattering previous all-time highs and continuing its long-term upward trend. Silver, too, has pushed above $41 per ounce, levels not … Continue reading Record Highs: 5 Reasons to Add Gold & Silver to Your Retirement Portfolio →

How To Create A Retirement Paycheck: Turning Savings Into Reliable Monthly Income

Transitioning into retirement means a fundamental shift in your financial strategy. No longer are you focused on accumulating savings; instead, the goal is to transform your nest egg into a reliable monthly income that supports the lifestyle you've envisioned. While many approaches exist, annuities can provide a strong foundation for this income stream, offering both … Continue reading How To Create A Retirement Paycheck: Turning Savings Into Reliable Monthly Income →

Navigating Peak 65: How Annuities Help Secure & Protect Retirement Income

If you're turning 65 around now, in 2025, you're part of a historic demographic wave dubbed "Peak 65." More Americans are reaching traditional retirement age than ever before. But this milestone arrives during a period of significant economic crosscurrents – persistent market volatility, nagging inflation concerns, and the continued decline of traditional pensions can understandably … Continue reading Navigating Peak 65: How Annuities Help Secure & Protect Retirement Income →