Fixed Annuities - How They Work

Basically, a fixed annuity is a financial instrument that tends to pay a fixed percentage on any amount for a time period determined well before. The fixed percentage can be referred to be the rate of return on the investment. This is finally credited to the chosen account after the completion of the time period. This can be either withdrawn by the client or reinvested into a new annuity with a new rate for another fixed period. For illustration, an 8% fixed annuity refers that 8% will be credited to an account after one year and a new rate decided after this year.

Fixed annuities have merits as well as demerits. A fixed annuity offers a guarantee that your money will be returned to you even when the economy is at its worst stage and thus you can be peaceful that your money is safe. In addition to your money, a fixed rate of return will also be obtained. This is the chief advantage of a fixed annuity. Moreover, you will know the amount you are entitled to obtain, thus facilitating you to plan your expenses accordingly.

In case, there is an increase in the interest rates, the fixed rate is also likely to increase in the start of the next new period. This is possible even when the economy of your country is bad. Like the certificates of deposit, fixed annuity's rates vary based on the determined period. If the deposited period is longer, the interest rates are higher and vice versa.

However, you must be aware that the rate of return will vary based on the economic conditions. The interest rates therefore may be lowered when the economy falls. Another demerit is that there will be tax penalties charged if money is withdrawn before the completion of the period.

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