AIG's decision not to join a suit against the U.S. government is good news for the insurer's brokers, writes Bruce Kelly.
Health insurance exchanges are drawing enthusiasm and consternation from advisers. Darla Mercado sorts out the confusion. <i>(Plus: <a href="http://www.investmentnews.com/healthcare">All you need to know about the new health care laws</a>)</i>
Deal will help advisers model annuities under varying client circumstances.
Product with built-in income rider set to debut Oct. 14.
Municipal workers' benefits hanging in the balance amid bankruptcy filing.
Informs some clients that they can keep investment options.
Advisers, regulators crying foul as insurers seek alterations.
Axa latest to ask contract holders to terminate existing riders; request is voluntary, however
A new study from Harvard shows that medical inflation plummeted between 2009 - 2011. The reasons? A wicked-bad recession, and yes, ObamaCare,
Wealthy get biggest bang from retirement savings deal, lower investment taxes.
Critics say younger workers, with time on their side, don't need annuities.
Regulators are stressing that reps are on the hook and suitability rules apply when discussing variable annuities. Darla Mercado explains.
The Hartford's generous VA buyout deal is creating a buzz in the industry. Just don't expect other carriers to follow suit.
The bond market's struggles have ignited investor interest in fixed annuities, though the products come with warnings, as insurers deal with the same rate pressure as bond owners.
Economy, Medicare factor into new Fidelity forecast but decline is only temporary
