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Why we built Gainbridge: Flex℠
Gainbridge℠ President Derek Towriss explains why we built Gainbridge: Flex℠ Annuities, a fixed annuity designed around the way people actually save.
Annuities: the basics
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The pros and cons of annuities
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Average retirement income: How much should you save up?
Explore average retirement income, its sources, and factors influencing it. Ensure your financial future and retirement income with Gainbridge®.
Are annuities better than cds? Main differences
Explore the key differences between annuities and CDs, including rates, benefits, and investment strategies. Learn why Gainbridge®’s fixed annuity rates3 may offer more flexibility and higher returns than traditional CDs.
What are the different types of annuities?
Learn about the different types of annuities and their characteristics and examples. Make an informed decision and choose the right fit for your financial future.
What You Need to Know About Annuity Fees and Commissions
Enter your next investment with confidence by understanding annuity fees, commissions, and penalties. Find out how much these costs work out to per month.
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401k vs annuity
Compare a 401(k) vs. an annuity to understand income, taxes, and risk. Educational comparison only; not a recommendation to roll over or replace any retirement asset.
A guide on becoming your own financial advisor
Learn how to be your own financial advisor with confidence. Discover DIY financial planning strategies and where a fixed annuity can fit into a self-directed plan.
Brokered CD vs. Bank CD: Differences, Rates, and Risks
Compare brokered CDs vs. bank CDs, including rates, risks, and liquidity. Educational comparison of two bank deposit products; not a recommendation to purchase or replace any product.
Withdrawing from an annuity: Rules, charges, and tax considerations
Thinking about withdrawing from an annuity? Compare fees, taxes, timelines, and options, including partial withdrawals, surrenders, and 1035 exchanges.
What's on our desk
The real mechanics behind a 1-year guaranteed rate, from bond matching to state filings to account infrastructure.
Short-Term Saving Goals: Strategies and Examples
Learn actionable steps to set and fund short-term savings goals, as well as accounts that work best, with this guide from Gainbridge.
7 Questions to Ask About Annuities Before You Buy
Explore key questions to ask about annuities before investing. Learn about the fees, payouts, and associated risks.