Tax Insights for Advisors on Social Security, Annuities & Investments

Stay updated on tax rules impacting Social Security, annuities, and investment products to assist clients effectively. Insights for financial and insurance professionals.

Fixed Index Annuities Offer Risk-Managed Growth for U.S. Retirees

Explore how fixed index annuities provide risk-managed growth and principal protection for U.S. retirees amid market volatility. Understand benefits, compliance, and retirement planning insights.

U.S. Life Insurance Industry Adapts to Low Interest Rates with Innovation and Tech

Explore how the U.S. life insurance industry is adapting to low interest rates through product innovation, technological adoption, and strategic capital management to sustain growth and profitability.

Powerball Jackpot Hits $1 Billion: North Carolina Sees Streak of Large Wins

Powerball jackpot reaches $1 billion with North Carolina experiencing a streak of large lottery wins. Explore the impact on the U.S. lottery market and regulatory insights.

U.S. Life/Annuity Industry Posts 13.8% Net Income Growth in 2025

The U.S. life and annuity sector reported a 13.8% increase in net income for the first nine months of 2025, driven by higher investment income and reinsurance reserve adjustments, per AM Best.

U.S. Social Security Faces Funding Shortfalls; Annuities as Income Supplements

Social Security in the U.S. faces funding challenges that may reduce retirement benefits by 2033. Annuities provide guaranteed supplemental income and help mitigate longevity risk for retirees.

Congressional Gridlock Creates Health Insurance Renewal Uncertainty

Legislative deadlock in U.S. Congress drives uncertainty around health insurance renewals under federal healthcare programs, impacting market stability and enrollment trends.

Powerball Hits $1 Billion Jackpot: Tax Implications for Winners

Explore the $1 billion Powerball jackpot and its federal and state tax implications for winners. Understand the impact on lump sum and annuity payouts across states with varying tax laws.

U.S. Life/Annuity Sector Posts 13.8% Net Income Growth in Early 2025

The U.S. life/annuity insurance industry reported a 13.8% increase in net income for the first nine months of 2025, driven by higher investment income and strategic reserve adjustments, according to AM Best data.

Avocet Partners Launches $500M Life Insurance Platform with EMC Life Acquisition

Avocet Partners launches a $500 million-backed platform acquiring EMC National Life to build a scaled life and annuity insurance organization across 48 states. Regulatory closing expected in 2026.