Most people think retirement income comes down to two choices — but what if there's a third option nobody's talking about?

In this episode, Bryan Anderson picks up where Episode 224 left off. After breaking down the differences between Single Premium Immediate Annuities (SPIAs) and Guaranteed Lifetime Withdrawal Benefits (GLWBs), Bryan reveals a third income strategy that offers something the other two don't: flexibility and control.

Bryan walks through how insurance companies are actually able to fund lifetime income payments, using publicly available numbers to demystify the process. He also shares the story of a real client he originally talked out of a product years ago — and how that conversation led to exploring smarter, more flexible alternatives.

If you've been hesitant about locking into a lifetime income contract, this episode is for you. Bryan breaks down a more flexible income approach, explains the tradeoffs involved, and makes the case for why understanding all your options is the foundation of a retirement plan that truly works.

In this episode you'll learn:

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