In this insightful episode of The Plain Wealth, Erik Cooper dives into the intricacies of annuities, challenging the perception of them as a foolproof retirement tool. While annuities promise stability with guaranteed income for life, they often come with high fees, lack of liquidity, and potential for diminished purchasing power due to inflation.

Erik highlights the significant drawbacks that annuities pose, such as high fees, restricted access to invested funds, and lower returns compared to other investment avenues. He also discusses alternative strategies that may better serve long-term financial goals.

Listen in as Erik breaks down the misconceptions around annuities and explores more flexible investment options that could offer better growth potential and security for your retirement.