The Hidden Risks of Not Using an Annuity in Retirement
Many retirees rely solely on Social Security, pensions, or market-based accounts like 401(k)s and IRAs. But without a guaranteed income source like an annuity, you may be exposing yourself to several risks that could jeopardize your financial security.
1. Longevity Risk
Outliving your money is a very real concern—especially with people living longer than ever. Annuities offer lifetime income, ensuring you never run out of funds no matter how long you live.
2. Market Volatility
Stock market downturns can derail retirement plans. Fixed and indexed annuities offer principal protection, ensuring your retirement income doesn’t depend on market performance.
3. Inflation Risk
Some annuities include optional inflation riders or income that increases over time—helping you maintain purchasing power.
4. Lack of Predictability
Annuities offer consistent, dependable income you can count on—month after month, year after year.
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About the Author:
Jason Stolz, CLTC, CRPC, is a senior insurance and retirement professional with more than two decades of real-world experience helping individuals, families, and business owners protect their income, assets, and long-term financial stability. As a long-time partner of the nationally licensed independent agency Diversified Insurance Brokers, Jason provides trusted guidance across multiple specialties—including fixed and indexed annuities, long-term care planning, personal and business disability insurance, life insurance solutions, and short-term health coverage. Diversified Insurance Brokers maintains active contracts with over 100 highly rated insurance carriers, ensuring clients have access to a broad and competitive marketplace.
His practical, education-first approach has earned recognition in publications such as VoyageATL, highlighting his commitment to financial clarity and client-focused planning. Drawing on deep product knowledge and years of hands-on field experience, Jason helps clients evaluate carriers, compare strategies, and build retirement and protection plans that are both secure and cost-efficient.
