The Atlas Annuity Podcast

Welcome Atlas Annuity Podcast, where your host, Marty Becker, turns the heat up on retirement planning! As a career firefighter, Marty's journey from battling blazes to safeguarding nest eggs offers a different look at protecting ...more

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May 02, 2024 00:13:31
Annuity Bonus Rates Alone Don't Matter

Annuity Bonus Rates Alone Don't Matter

Bonuses are often touted in bold print, designed to grab your attention and make a particular annuity product seem irresistible. But here’s what you...

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April 26, 2024 00:16:41
How To Use Annuities as Life Insurance

How To Use Annuities as Life Insurance

Today, we're going to look at how to use annuities as life insurance. Many people approach retirement or estate planning with some misconceptions about...

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April 19, 2024 00:01:01
Beware of Dinner Seminar Annuities

Beware of Dinner Seminar Annuities

By gaining a deeper understanding of different annuity options and recognizing the pitfalls of overly optimistic financial projections, retirees can make decisions that protect...

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April 12, 2024 00:15:39
Analyzing Discretionary Liquidity in Retirement

Analyzing Discretionary Liquidity in Retirement

Misconceptions about discretionary liquidity in retirement funds is a topic that, while crucial, often goes unmentioned. Today's topic is a continuation of the last...

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April 05, 2024 00:11:28
Solving Retirement Withdrawal Rate & Longevity Mistakes With Annuities

Solving Retirement Withdrawal Rate & Longevity Mistakes With Annuities

00:24  The two key mistakes in retirement planning are misunderstanding withdrawal rates and underestimating longevity. 01:58  The traditional 4% withdrawal rule may not ensure...

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March 28, 2024 00:07:30
Annuities vs Sequence of Returns Risk

Annuities vs Sequence of Returns Risk

00:13  Sequence of returns risk emphasizes the order of receiving returns, impacting retirement outcomes significantly. 02:16  Average returns don't determine retirement success; actual returns...

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