Life Insurance And Annuities

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MassMutual enters long-term distribution deal for MetLife fixed indexed annuities
RETIREMENT LIFE INSURANCE AND ANNUITIES FEB 21, 2016
MassMutual enters long-term distribution deal for MetLife fixed indexed annuities

The deal is part of a broader deal announced Feb. 29 between the two insurers, which includes the purchase of MetLife's Premier Client Group.

Fixed indexed annuities continue their surge with record sales year
RETIREMENT LIFE INSURANCE AND ANNUITIES FEB 21, 2016
Fixed indexed annuities continue their surge with record sales year

Market volatility, a larger market of sellers and a boost among previously uninterested distribution channels has contributed to the growth.

Voya lowers caps, participation rates on indexed universal life policies
RETIREMENT LIFE INSURANCE AND ANNUITIES FEB 19, 2016
Voya lowers caps, participation rates on indexed universal life policies

Voya is reacting to rising market volatility, and policyholders could see less contract returns as a result.

The largest variable annuity providers
RETIREMENT LIFE INSURANCE AND ANNUITIES FEB 17, 2016
The largest variable annuity providers

New rules for indexed universal life insurance underscore due diligence concerns
RETIREMENT LIFE INSURANCE AND ANNUITIES FEB 17, 2016
New rules for indexed universal life insurance underscore due diligence concerns

Actuarial Guideline 49, the second phase of which goes into effect next month, highlights how advisers can't rely on illustrations when assessing the strength of a policy.

Are your clients using the wrong account to save for retirement?
RETIREMENT RETIREMENT PLANNING FEB 08, 2016
Are your clients using the wrong account to save for retirement?

Provocative article suggests health savings accounts may top 401(k) plans as wealth accumulation vehicle.

What advisers need to know about popular long-term-care products
RETIREMENT RETIREMENT PLANNING FEB 05, 2016
What advisers need to know about popular long-term-care products

Deciding between traditional and combination products can be difficult, but better understanding plan features can help.

Advisers shouldn't sweat MetLife's U.S. retail split
RETIREMENT LIFE INSURANCE AND ANNUITIES JAN 26, 2016
Advisers shouldn't sweat MetLife's U.S. retail split

Insurer says the spinoff would be financially strong, and insurance contracts would remain with their original carriers.

RETIREMENT LIFE INSURANCE AND ANNUITIES JAN 24, 2016
Solid risk management system should include insurance planning to protect assets

Make sure the most fundamental protections your clients require are in place

Legacy planning is not just for the rich and famous
RETIREMENT LIFE INSURANCE AND ANNUITIES JAN 22, 2016
Legacy planning is not just for the rich and famous

We all have a legacy, whether planned or unplanned. Active planning allows us to pass on a financial legacy.

Fidelity now wants workers' health insurance
RETIREMENT RETIREMENT PLANNING JAN 21, 2016
Fidelity now wants workers' health insurance

RETIREMENT LIFE INSURANCE AND ANNUITIES JAN 17, 2016
Advisers should pay attention when regulators lay out exam priorities

Broker-dealers and advisory firms would be foolish not to take regulatory priority letters seriously.

RETIREMENT LIFE INSURANCE AND ANNUITIES JAN 13, 2016
MetLife in talks with MassMutual for possible sale of U.S. adviser unit

The life insurer eyes a possible sale of the company's U.S. adviser force as it reshapes its business mix to limit government oversight.

Finra to seek a 'significant fine' from MetLife over variable annuity sales
RETIREMENT BROKER DEALERS DEC 29, 2015
Finra to seek a 'significant fine' from MetLife over variable annuity sales

Regulator focuses on potential violations regarding misrepresentations, suitability, and supervision

Clients need prep for long-term care
RETIREMENT RETIREMENT PLANNING DEC 28, 2015
Clients need prep for long-term care

Few have planned for such care, but 70% of 65-year-olds will require it in their future.

Broker-dealer settles variable annuity allegations for $475,000
RETIREMENT LIFE INSURANCE AND ANNUITIES DEC 18, 2015
Broker-dealer settles variable annuity allegations for $475,000

Finra alleges a New Jersey-based broker-dealer failed to reasonably supervise VA sales.

Rethinking retirement income replacement rules
RETIREMENT RETIREMENT PLANNING DEC 18, 2015
Rethinking retirement income replacement rules

Current 80% savings target may be too high — unless you get sick.

Don't shrug off health care conversations with clients
RETIREMENT RETIREMENT PLANNING DEC 17, 2015
Don't shrug off health care conversations with clients

As health costs become top-of-mind for clients, savvy advisers will reap the benefits.

Variable annuity products get more variable
RETIREMENT LIFE INSURANCE AND ANNUITIES DEC 15, 2015
Variable annuity products get more variable

Insurers have debuted products that allow for change in payout rate, rider fees and roll-up rates under certain conditions.

Fixed indexed annuities notch record sales quarter
RETIREMENT LIFE INSURANCE AND ANNUITIES DEC 14, 2015
Fixed indexed annuities notch record sales quarter

Investors continue to migrate to fixed indexed annuities and shy away more from variable annuities amid low interest rates and market volatility.