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Fixed vs. Indexed vs. Fixed Indexed Annuities: What’s the Difference?
Delve into the nuance of annuities as we compare fixed, indexed, and fixed indexed annuities. Learn more about each type, including how to help your clients choose between the three.
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5 Tips for New Insurance Agents
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Why Gen Z is a Good Fit For Selling Insurance
References:
“28 Retirement Statistics You Should Know for 2025.” HarborLifeSettlements.com, HarborLife Settlements, 29 Apr. 2025, https://www.harborlifesettlements.com/retirement-statistics/.
“Annuities Overview.” Finra.org, FINRA, https://www.finra.org/investors/investing/investment-products/annuities. Accessed 15 Jan. 2026.
Schaaf, Janet. “Guide to the Average Savings in America by Age.” SoFi.Com, SoFi, 12 Dec. 2025, www.sofi.com/learn/content/average-savings-by-age.
Tancock, Kat. “How Much You Should Save for Retirement at Every Age” synchrony.com, Synchrony, 29 Jul. 2025, https://www.synchrony.com/blog/bank/retirement-savings-goals-at-every-age.
Baluch, Anna. “How Much Does an Annuity Cost?” Edited by Lamia Chowdhury and John Stevenson, Annuity.Org, Annuity.org, 12 Dec. 2025, www.annuity.org/annuities/fees-and-commissions/.
“S&P 500 Index.” Google.Com, Google Finance, www.google.com/finance/beta/quote/.INX:INDEXSP. Accessed 15 Jan. 2026.
“Single premium immediate annuity (SPIA): Pros, cons & taxes.” Thrivent.com, Thrivent, 26 Aug. 2025, https://www.thrivent.com/insights/annuities/what-is-a-spia.
“Types of fixed deferred annuities: Which is right for you?” thrivent.com, Thrivent, 12 Jan. 2026, https://www.thrivent.com/insights/annuities/types-of-fixed-deferred-annuities-which-is-right-for-you.
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Delve into the nuance of annuities as we compare fixed, indexed, and fixed indexed annuities. Learn more about each type, including how to help your clients choose between the three.
Read the text version
Get Connected:
🤝Register with Ritter Insurance Marketing – the FMO that powers the Agent Survival Guide Podcast!
📧Connect with the Ritter Insurance Marketing Sales Team Near You!
💌Send feedback, questions, and topic suggestions to [email protected] or call 1-717-562-7211 and leave a voicemail.
Resources:
5 Tips for New Insurance Agents
5 Tips for Seasoned Insurance Agents
Why Gen Z is a Good Fit For Selling Insurance
References:
“28 Retirement Statistics You Should Know for 2025.” HarborLifeSettlements.com, HarborLife Settlements, 29 Apr. 2025, https://www.harborlifesettlements.com/retirement-statistics/.
“Annuities Overview.” Finra.org, FINRA, https://www.finra.org/investors/investing/investment-products/annuities. Accessed 15 Jan. 2026.
Schaaf, Janet. “Guide to the Average Savings in America by Age.” SoFi.Com, SoFi, 12 Dec. 2025, www.sofi.com/learn/content/average-savings-by-age.
Tancock, Kat. “How Much You Should Save for Retirement at Every Age” synchrony.com, Synchrony, 29 Jul. 2025, https://www.synchrony.com/blog/bank/retirement-savings-goals-at-every-age.
Baluch, Anna. “How Much Does an Annuity Cost?” Edited by Lamia Chowdhury and John Stevenson, Annuity.Org, Annuity.org, 12 Dec. 2025, www.annuity.org/annuities/fees-and-commissions/.
“S&P 500 Index.” Google.Com, Google Finance, www.google.com/finance/beta/quote/.INX:INDEXSP. Accessed 15 Jan. 2026.
“Single premium immediate annuity (SPIA): Pros, cons & taxes.” Thrivent.com, Thrivent, 26 Aug. 2025, https://www.thrivent.com/insights/annuities/what-is-a-spia.
“Types of fixed deferred annuities: Which is right for you?” thrivent.com, Thrivent, 12 Jan. 2026, https://www.thrivent.com/insights/annuities/types-of-fixed-deferred-annuities-which-is-right-for-you.
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Ritter on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/RitterIM Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/ritter.insurance.marketing/ LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/company/ritter-insurance-marketing TikTok, https://www.tiktok.com/@ritterim X, https://x.com/RitterIM and YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/user/RitterInsurance
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