Equity Indexed Annuities

CNNfn Taps Jeffrey Voudrie Who Explains How Exchange-Traded Funds Can Help Terrorist-Proof Investment Portfolios...........CBS Market Watch Interviews Mr. Voudrie recently..........Wall Street Journal calls on Jeff Voudrie as financial expert for special interest column..... Viewed as controversial by financial services industry for exposing what really goes on 'behind the scenes'..............Viewed as a breath of fresh air by investors all across the nation...........


 

 

 

 

 

 

 
 

Are Equity-Indexed Annuities Too Good to Be True?

Are they zero risk as many proclaim?

Equity-Indexed Annuities are being promoted as an investment that provides the growth of the stock market with zero risk. Does it sound too good to be true?

 
It should. There is often a wide gap between what is being portrayed by agents and the company literature versus how the equity-indexed annuity will actually work.
 
If you are fully aware of all the facts, buying an equity-indexed annuity may be a decision you soon live to regret. The articles and information below are designed to help you learn some of the facts that your agent may not be sharing with you.
 
I am in the midst of writing a book specifically on the dangers of equity-indexed annuities and why virtually 95% of people should never own one. Be sure to check back for when it becomes available.
 
  • Can't find the information you're looking for?
  • We're just a click away with our live chat.  Click on the "Live Chat" button to the left. You can receive a direct answer to your financial question--free.

Check out the articles below for more about Equity-Indexed Annuities.

 
   

Easy Money!
You won’t believe it -- I just found out that I am about to receive $2,700,000.00! My family and my kids shouldn’t ever have to worry about money again! It’s not a result of my job, but of providence. It almost seems too good to be true…
 

Annuities? Give Me a Break!
Millions of seniors are sold equity-indexed and variable annuities with promises of guaranteed returns with little or no risk. And hardly a day goes by that I don’t hear from some frustrated investor who finds him/herself trapped by one of these investments. Let me paint a very clear picture of the dangers of these products and share some pointers for those who have already bought one.
 

Equity-Indexed Annuities: Seeking Legal Recourse
One of the main reasons I so adamantly oppose the use of Equity-Indexed Annuities is because what the investor receives isn’t anything like what they expected. What should you do if this happens to you? Read on to find out.
 

Equity-Indexed Annuities Being Exposed
I don’t like equity-indexed annuities. I believe they are dangerous to seniors and that they should be avoided at all costs. I’ve been shouting this message from the mountaintops the last two years. And people are listening—everyone, it seems, except the agents selling them!
 

Oversight Needed On Equity-Indexed Annuities
The sale of Equity-Indexed Annuities has increased 45% the first 6 months of this year. I’m concerned that the vast majority of those sales are unsuitable for the investors buying them. Oversight by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD) is desperately needed to protect retirees from being taken to the cleaners by agents hungry for the large commission. Read on to find out how this oversight will benefit you.

Equity-Linked Certificated of Deposit: The Safer Low-Cost EIA Alternative
Equity-Linked Certificates of Deposit are a safer, low-cost alternative for those who must have an Equity-Indexed Annuity type of investment. These little-known investments allow you to participate in the growth of the market index while your principal is guaranteed by the Government. Read on to find out more.

Federal Regulators Concerned About Equity-Indexed Annuities
I’ve been predicting for some time now that Equity-Indexed Annuities and the sales practices associated with them will be the Next Big Scandal of the financial services industry. And now my predictions are coming true.

Equity Indexed Annuities: Putting Lipstick On A Pig
Buyer’s remorse—we’ve all had it from one time to another. But when it comes to investing your life’s savings, the last thing you want is an investment that you will soon regret. Here are some secrets that can prevent that from happening.

Your Questions Answered – Equity-Indexed Annuities
Q. Jeff, I've been approached by someone touting the benefits of equity indexed annuity with “Company-X”. They say my money will be safe, there’s a minimum return and a cap with a participation rate of 100%. They also said I’d probably average between 6%-7% without any risk to the money I put in.  I'm confused by all this...

Rising Interest Rates: Another Reason to Avoid Equity-Indexed Annuities
Rising interest rates are another reason to avoid Equity-Indexed Annuities. If you are retired or near retirement, don’t let yourself be talked into purchasing an Equity-Indexed Annuity...

Equity Indexed Annuities: There Are Better Growth Alternatives
Everybody wants to find the secret to investing on Wall Street. But the truth is, you don’t have to be a genius to be a successful equity investor...

Equity Indexed Annuities: There Are Better Alternatives (stability)
Every investor would like to increase their income without compromising their stability...

Better Alternatives Than Equity Indexed Annuities
Equity Indexed Annuities (EIAs) have become the hot product of late. I believe you can easily find other alternatives that will bring a better return, without locking up your money or levying hefty surrender penalties...

Equity Indexed Annuities:  Agents Prey On Unsuspecting
Look Out! Millions of Americans feel unsophisticated when they discuss investment opportunities. If you are one of them, beware...

Consumer Alert: Equity Index Annuities
Seniors and retirees need to be aware of the dangers of investing in an Equity Indexed Annuity. Read on to find out how to protect yourself...

Equity-Indexed Annuities: Don’t Take The Bait
Anyone who’s been fishing knows that one of the keys to catching the big one is having the right kind of bait. Many in the financial services industry understand this truth all to well and they’ve come up with the perfect enticement to hook unsuspecting investors.

Equity Indexed Annuities:  The Next Big Scandal
I believe that Equity Indexed Annuities and the sales practices used to sell them may well be the Next Big Investment Scandal you will hear about.

 


Return to Top of Page


[Annuities] [Investing] [Insurance] [Estate] [GYW Newsletter] [Contact Us] [Ask Jeff]
 

 © 2003 Legacy Planning Group Inc.™

Web Site developed and maintained by Christine E. Withey - A Beautiful Web