If you are not part of the “Robinhood” generation of investors or maybe you don’t even know what “Robinhood Investments” are, then you probably clearly remember the risk and fear that you suffered, as ...

Annuities are not right for every client, advisors say. But when they are right, they can be the perfect financial planning solution. Here are some real-life stories that advisors say demonstrate the ...

Laurie Sepulveda is a MarketWatch Guides team senior writer who specializes in writing about personal loans, home equity loans, mortgages and banking. She lives in North Carolina and has taught and ...

Lindsey Crossmier has been a financial writer since 2022, and has been regularly quoted as an expert in outlets such as U.S. News, GOBanking Rates and Yahoo! Finance. She leverages her Yale financial ...

Wealthy investors often have access to opportunities and products that may not be available to the average person. For example, to invest in certain types of unregistered securities or private hedge ...

For many retirees, the biggest financial fear isn’t a market crash — it’s running out of money. One way to lock in predictable income for life — and avoid the nightmare of running out of money in ...

Annuities are an integral part of the retirement portfolios of investors who want a guaranteed stream of retirement income. A deferred annuity is a contract that provides the buyer with a steady ...

A deferred annuity is a popular way to structure an annuity for those seeking retirement income. An annuity pays out money over a period of time, typically during retirement, helping ensure that ...