What REALLY is an Annuity? (Which One is Good or Bad?)

Have you heard annuities are BAD and that you LOCK up your money?
Have you heard Dave Ramsey, Fisher Investments, or your current advisor say to run away because they’re too complicated or to stay away since they have high fees, huge commissions, or surrender charges?
Are you unsure what an annuity is? Curious about how it works?
If so, we will clarify how THERE ARE some truths to those statements, but where those statements are not completely transparent.
OUR MISSION:
Our goal is to teach you the following:
No fee vs. Fee type Annuities
Fees vs. Commissions and how that affects you.
Terminologies such as: Annuitization, Deferred, Fixed, Indexed, Variable, Riders, Caps & Participation Rates
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CHAPTERS FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE
00:00 Annuities: Are They BAD?
:30 Our Goal for You
1:01 Immediate Annuity (Annuitizing/Pension)
1:45 Immediate Annuity (Pros and Cons)
4:19 4 Types of Deferred Annuities
4:39 Fixed Annuity (Pros and Cons)
5:53 Variable Annuity (Pros and Cons)
7:21 Fixed Index Annuity (Pros and Cons)
7:59 How Does a Fixed Index Annuity Work?
10:24 Be Careful (What to Look For)
12:41 Pension Hybrid (Lifetime Income Riders)
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[@solomonkohl4905]

You are the first video on KZbin that described annuities TRUTH-FULLY and gave me confidence to your honesty

[@kciis]

Thank you so much for your kind words. It makes everything we do worthwhile when we know our viewers appreciate and value our message. Thank you again for your support 😊

[@dukeofderek]

My wife and I have also been in the insurance business for almost 2 decades. This presentation is so clear, WELL DONE!!

[@OneNvrKnoz]

Finally found a decent and transparent video on annuities. Thanks for the information!

[@kciis]

You're welcome! We really appreciate you noticing our teaching style. Transparency is KEY when choosing who will help you or who to learn from-- especially with a subject as important as our own Retirement Income! We welcome you to reach out to our office if you wanted to learn more for your own planning. Here is our contact: Kai & Ann Chung 408-502-7080 www.RetiringOptions.com

[@joannephan3487]

I am here to listen to the videos, 2 times each or more. I am so grateful for your help to my retirement and for my sister too. Thank you for your patience to all my questions during Covid-19 turmoil time. We will continue to watch your videos.

[@kciis]

Your welcome. Glad you enjoyed it!

[@evitapsingleton]

Found this video today. I ❤❤❤ your transparency, good intentions and honesty. I pray your business thrives. Thanks for the detailed explanations, education, etc

[@kciis]

Wow! Thank you so much! Kai & Ann Chung

[@motemotola9821]

great video, easy to understand, especially when your discussing such a confusing topic like this, annuities are always changing and evolving.

[@jackdawson3276]

Very educational! Clear and concise!

[@dhfitinc4252]

Love this!! Production looks amazing, and quality content! I’ll have to start watching your entire library 🙌

[@kciis]

Thanks Daniel! I'm going to subscribe and follow you, too!

[@rosastevens557]

Liking the pro/con descriptions!

[@markm399]

I have viewed more annuity videos than I care to admit. I have a clarity regarding these products after watching your presentation that allows me to view my annuities in an entirely new light! Thank you again!

[@JagLite]

Excellent information with an easy to understand delivery. Thanks!

[@kciis]

Glad you liked it!

[@ThePeaceDealer]

Thanks for the informative advice. Wasn't aware of the cap rate issues with FIA 🕊

[@kciis]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@donnyhamby8932]

Absolutely perfect! This is a fantastic and right on point informational video on these different types of annuities! Everyone should watch and learn about these annuities. Apply the lessons to your retirement portfolio and you will thank yourself later! Thank you for posting such useful and relevant information!

[@kciis]

Glad you enjoyed it! Feel free to call us if you have any questions. Kai & Ann Chung [phone]

[@Lironwill]

Great presentation! Thank you so much!

[@kciis]

Thank you! We appreciate your support and are so glad you enjoyed what you learned. If you have questions yourself or want more information for your personal planning, we welcome you to contact us: Kai & Ann Chung 408-502-7080 www.RetiringOptions.com

[@kramsemaj7869]

Thanks so much for this education

[@kciis]

Our pleasure! Feel free to call us if you have any questions. Kai & Ann Chung 408-502-7080

[@ralphbrauns3781]

Great information! Learned a lot about annuities.

[@kciis]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@jerryd8445]

Excellent overview of the topic.

[@kciis]

Thank you so much! Call us if you have more questions.

[@nhango4073]

very interesting information about annuities. thanks

[@manuelguzmanjr6622]

You guys explain so smoothly and clearly. I like that. I am a licensed agent for Medicare and trying to learn about annuities. I give you a thumbs up!

[@kciis]

Thank you for your support!

[@georges1203]

One of the best videos on annuities. Recommend

[@kciis]

Glad you think so!

[@JoeyC0914]

Awesome channnel, just hit subscribed!

[@MatthewClaassenCMT]

Great stuff!

[@kciis]

Thanks Matt!

[@lindacoats737]

I really appreciate your presentation and will be following KCIIS lead.

[@kciis]

Glad it was helpful!

[@joshuabarnes1031]

Thank you!

[@kciis]

You're welcome!

[@deborahpratt7384]

Just picked up our first 2 Pension Hybrids from Kai’s office. We are so excited in starting our guaranteed retirement income and our Medicare with KCIIS. We have told our friends about Pension Hybrids and it’s sad that no one knows about these plans. Thank to Kai and Ann for teaching us or we would have never known about these plans.

[@kciis]

Thank you so much Debbie! We are just as excited that you can feel confident in your retirement. Thanks for your referrals, too!

[@jocunningham]

Praise God for your transparency. ❤

[@kciis]

Appreciate your support!

[@prettynatural1973]

Thank you

[@kciis]

You're welcome! 😀

[@johnwebb7163]

I would add to the end that most financial advisor have fees higher than 1% for AUM… the advisor might make 1% but the company the advisor works for their “Broker dealer/RIA/upline” takes another .75-1% … I have seen all in fees as high as 2.50%… thats 2.5% in perpetuity for life and possibly your kids life and their kids life and yeah…. … your kid’s kid’s kid’s life. … your videos are great. Keep speaking truth in a world full deception. We need more independent advisors in the world that are honest and not controlled by the corporate structure of Wall Street. Put people over profits!!! Knowledge is power !!!!!

[@barbaramanteghi9240]

I’m here for the puppy 🐶 🥰

[@kciis]

Lol. She loves people as well.

[@GETole]

Annuity = advantage salesman and insurance company

[@kciis]

Your right! That’s why we made these videos and what we’ve been teaching for 19 years. What made our companies successful is that we do not want to be a “sales person.” Remember, a pension is an annuity. Your Social Security is an annuity. The product itself is not bad. Plus there are five types that Wen must know about in order to know which one is not right for them. Thanks. Kai & Ann Chung

[@ArabellaPottery]

The worst thing anyone can do is leave your money in the hands of anyone but yourself.

[@kciis]

Appreciate your comment, but even investing in the stock market your money is not in your own hands. you’re still in the mercy of other people and huge institutions trading. Putting your money in a CD or the bank is still in someone else’s hands. The goal of our videos is to help people see how they can have a pension in their retirement. I’ve never seen someone with a pension, upset or say that the money is in the hands of someone else. Either way, we appreciate your comment.

[@ArabellaPottery]

​@@kciis Appreciate your comment, but pensions are absolutely in the hands of other people too. Plus all the fees associated with a pension plan that is not always clear. And all pension plans put your money in funds and/or in stocks. In the stock market you decide when to buy, sell, hold, No one else can make that choice for you. Almost all brokerage firms charge zero for trades and if you buy funds the fees are clear. An annuity is managed by other people and you have to pay them to do that. And if you want out of an annuity you have to pay a surrender charge. Either way, I appreciate your comment

[@kciis]

Thanks and you are right on somethings. Just keep in mind that there are 5 types of annuities and the ones we refer to have 0% to 1% in fees. Traditional pensions have no fees but you do give up your control. Hybrid pensions (the good ones) only have 1% in fees. Some no fees. Ultimately we are comparing a knife vs a fork. Investments are designed to grow your money with risks. Pensions and hybrid pensions are designed to replace your salary when you retire. A payout is NOT an investment. A salary is NOT an investment. So these should not be compared to investments. MYGAs are designed as a CD replacement with no fees ever. Variable Annuties…are just bad. Lots of fees and you are better off just investing in the market yourself. The latter is what I feel you are comparing too. That’s more of a comparable. Does this make more sense?

[@ArabellaPottery]

@@kciis No it makes no sense to let other people control your money. That's why I would never get an annuity. But if people think that's a good idea for them. So be it.

[@gagehorton6110]

You guys are badass

[@kciis]

Thanks 😆

[@AlexP-yc4we]

Great info...am looking for a company and since retired military looking more at USAA ( for military members)

[@kciis]

Thank you so much! Let us know if you want any help! Kai & Ann Chung 408-502-7080

[@freedomlife3623]

I didn‘t realize US doesn’t annuity insurance. In Canada, annuity is guaranteed up to $5000/month per annuity issuer.

[@kciis]

We’re not sure where you got that information. But that is not right. Please watch the video here where you’ll see that the annuities are guaranteed by the state guarantee association. We mention it at 1:16. kzbin.info/www/bejne/eZzWYoeqrJqre68si=CZMTqcldOWOARIEo

[@sallykbc]

Like your video very much. Where is your office or how to get your help as an advisor ？

[@kciis]

Located here in San Jose, California. Give our office a call or email us and we can set up a zoom meeting meeting or you can come to our office. Please mention this comment. Kai Chung 408-502-7080 [e-mail]

[@timmysykes1889]

If you goal is to have income during retirement years, you do not want to take any risk with your money. You want to avoid paying taxes now, but you are still not currently in a high enough tax bracket to make municipal bonds make sense. Then I have to say that a single premium deferred annuity is great and the best retirement plan to consider.

[@kciis]

Thanks for your reply. I like your couple scenarios. If you watch our other videos we believe in investments as well. We believe these deferred annuities with a lifetime income rider makes sense for most people. We deal with clients with only a few hundred to multi-million dollars. I do agree, though, if you are the type that knows how to and love to invest, then it might be better to invest. However, most of us are not like Warren Buffet. We will always invest and buy real estate as well. However, we look forward to our own Pension Hybrid! Thanks for your comment!

[@phillyboylaboy]

Clear as mud. I am going for short term treasuries.

[@kciis]

Nothing wrong with that! Thanks for being so direct! If you’d like any clarity, then please give us a call.

[@a88888888a]

Can you do a video with calculations and realistic assumptions

[@kciis]

We have a new video out that discusses an example regarding guaranteed income. Click here for the new video premiering tomorrow at 2 PM. Fixed Indexed Annuity Explained (DISADVANTAGES) kzbin.info/www/bejne/hYuoeo2HYqZofqM However, when you’re asking for calculations and realistic assumptions, we need to know what type of annuity you are referring to

[@a88888888a]

@@kciis a email was sent to the email address on your website. Just wanted to know if you are checking your emails? Thanks

[@glamorousbre8807]

Hi. Can you help me understand what a Flexible Annuity Pension Plan is and how to use it? Please

[@kciis]

Of course! Please give us a call. Please reference this comment when you call in. Kai & Ann Chung [phone]

[@eutiquiosainz8140]

❤ Wow, excellent report and detailed information regarding Anuity, I'm surprised how important it's to understand as much as possible about the benefits. Thanks again for your time and dedication to expand and explain all the hidden small things. 5 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟➕️💝➕️🚀

[@kciis]

We are so glad you enjoyed our content! Stay tuned to our videos, as we have more detailed videos to come!

[@bennri]

My mother benefitted from a TIAA/CREF annuity bought by my father in 1955. But I don't see anything so simple now sadly

[@kciis]

There’s actually annuities just as simple! If you give us a call, we can show you who has them ands the pros and cons of them are.

[@gilliandale4854]

Do any of these annuities that you do recommend offer riders that let you get more money if you need Long Term Care? And if so, would i be too old to purchase that?

[@kciis]

Yes, but that depends on the state to live in. Please give us a call so we can get to know your situation and see if there’s one available for you. Please reference this comment. Kai & Ann Chung 408-502-7080 [e-mail]

[@bluewinterforever8529]

Finally I understand something without those big investment terms or phrases lol

[@kciis]

That is one of our main goals when creating these videos, so your comment means so much to us! If you want to learn more for your own planning, we welcome you to speak to our office: Kai & Ann Chung 408-502-7080 www.RetiringOptions.com

[@MrProsat]

Are you sure that there are no fees for a "hybrid pension", aka FIA plus an income rider? Perhaps some have no fees for income riders, but most that I am familiar with have a fee for any riders, such as LTC or income rider.

[@kciis]

Yes, that is correct. Please watch this video to learn about all five types of income riders. Thanks for watching! kzbin.info/www/bejne/pGipnK2dhtmDbsksi=WOEDZan-5FmTrakq

[@danielleg2616]

With simple fixed annnuity, do u get all your money back in full or monthly payments instead, when the 5 or 7 year term ends?

[@kciis]

You get your money back in full along with the interest. please feel free to call us if you have any other questions. Thank you for watching. Kai & Ann Chung 408-502-7080

[@sergiogarcia7171]

Fixed indexed annuity sounds like an Iul, right?

[@kciis]

Not at all. That’s like saying a truck is the same as a motorcycle. Index Universal Life policies are designed to cover your death. I wished they would call it death insurance rather than life insurance. The goal is to cover the liability when you die. Fixed Index Annuities is designed to protect your principal when earning interest. You can also add a lifetime income rider to turn it into a hybrid pension. Never buy life insurance as an investment or income planning. The cost of life insurance is what you’re paying for. If your main goal is life insurance, then an IUL is good. Just like if your main goal is to do construction for a living, then the truck is great. My Insurance for the right purpose. Fixed Annuities are designed either to protect your principal, or give you lifetime income

[@VenkatesanBalakrishnanBala]

I have some annuities would like to discuss with you and decide whether to take lifetime income or take cash on maturity Also we may need your help on medical insurance in mar 23

[@kciis]

I would be happy to. Again, no cost to you. Thanks for your comment on Medicare, too. Can you call me directly at 408-227-2799? Also, my email is [e-mail]. You can email me you phone number to call you back or preferably text me.

[@kciis]

Hi Vankatesan, just making sure you saw my last message. You can also fill out your contact info here and I will call you back. retiringoptions.com/contact-us/

[@kciis]

Hi Venkatesan, do you still want our help?

[@johngill2853]

You don't have to just hope the insurance company stays in business. There is the state guarantee association. Nobody has lost an insured dollar

[@kciis]

We made a video on that! Thanks for your comment.

[@el-hp1lj]

im 43 Been watching annuity videos for weeks trying to find a answer. My parents died in 2020 right smack in covid times. I sold their home and had a 255k lump of cash. Didnt know what to do with it and I told the insurance man I am not comfortable with the stock market. The insurance guy who set up my parents life insurances came over and sold me on Variable indexed annuities that follows SP500 and has some bonds in the portfolio. So I gave them a check for 300k and I had a Annuity a week later. I have been funding this 600 a month for 3 years. It has gone up in value from 300 to around 500k. I am not mad at that but I know its not what it could have been if it was purely invested in the index through a brokerage. The surrender date is in 2026. When thats satisifed can I move my money out of the insurance company and transfer to say Trowe Price?

[@CheckThisOut77]

IF it has truly gone from $300k to $500k (with $21k added), that is an excellent return. Are you sure that is right?

[@el-hp1lj]

@@CheckThisOut77 yes sir. As of today with sp500 hoovering around 4800 my orginal deposit of 255k is 500+/-. Now granted when the SP500 dips back down so will my account values but I really dont plan on touching anything for 15 years. Keep in mind I dropped the money in in April 2020 when the SP500 was around 3000

[@kciis]

Thanks for watching. I would not keep funding the policy especially if each payment ends up having new surrender periods. You should ask if that’s the case. Be careful. There are a lot of bad annuities and only a few good ones. Like most investments. More bad than good. Call us when the annuity matures and we can see what is the most suitable for you. Kai & Ann Chung 408-502-7080

[@4378200]

What do you think about Annuities that offer a bonus signon...like $30k less tax?

[@kciis]

Thank you for watching! Please watch this video to understand the marketing gimmick behind the insurance companies. 5 ANNUITY SCAMS (Watch this before buying a Hybrid Pension) kzbin.info/www/bejne/m4nKlIVsjrVqn80

[@kciis]

Also, this one too. "How do I Compare & Shop Annuities?!" - Your Golden Formula kzbin.info/www/bejne/p5a2dKCKndJsgZI

[@4378200]

@kciis so is it best to get an annuity close to my required distribution. I'm 68 69 in Aug. Vanguard just made a change from me being 85% stocks 15% bonds. Now I'm 50/50. Thanks. I'll view your suggested links. Thank you

[@4378200]

I would like to talk to you. To bounce off of what I was being offered. I have a small annuity over 15 years also. 30k sign on bonus sounds too good to be true (supposably would go right into my account {red flag}). I've been in insurance for years...so I have some knowledge. Thank you

[@kciis]

Sounds good. Give us a call! BTWc Here’s our playlists for you to check out if you like. youtube.com/@kciis?si=b4f4luUs5nTzv9Qd

[@lhogie1962]

Where is your office?im from Houston

[@kciis]

We are in San Jose, CA but service clients in all 50 states using Zoom. 😁

[@STOPPROCASTINATING]

Great vudei

[@JoeC5050]

you didnt cover market value adjustment factor (MVA)

[@kciis]

Thank you. There’s a lot to cover in such a short amount of time. Also, people need to learn the basics before going further. It’s like not discussing trigonometry when you do not know basic algebra. We hope that makes sense. Kai & Ann Chung 408-502-7080

[@JoeC5050]

@@kciis got it.. Cover it next time then. but MVA plays role in returns.. Right?

[@matttrophy1]

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[@kciis]

Thanks?!

[@pc3822]

I would rather keep my cash in a money market account getting 4% a year and then sell cash-covered puts way OTM (out of the money) in a way I make 1% a month in premiuns. That would add up to 12% a year with the guarantee my principal is still in cash. Yes, eventually I might get assigned and "own" stock (preferably something like SPY). But in that case I can sell a covered call and unload the shares and go back to a cash position and get the premium in the process. Not for everyone, but not that complicated either.

[@kciis]

I’m not sure how that applies to another annuities...

[@pc3822]

@@kciisI meant what I would do instead of purchasing an annuity!...

[@youandme2816]

Where you guys are located?

[@kciis]

Hi there, we are in San Jose, CA but licensed in all 50 states 😊

[@eric3434]

What happens when the doc tells you you've got 4 years to live and you need every penny out now for care? Asking for my mom~

[@kciis]

I would not do a lifetime income annuity or perhaps any annuity. There’s no way to give the right advice through the comments here. You can call my office with your mom and we can see what’s best for your mom.

[@ashleysmith4155]

My grandmother is 83 and just sold her house. What is the best product to get her the best return the safest? She should have 100k for this investment and may not need this 100k for 4-5 years.

[@kciis]

Please call me to discuss your situation some more. 408-502-7080. You can also text on that number. Reference this comment and ask for me directly. My mom is a similar age. Kai Chung 408-502-7080

[@miluskav3166]

What is probate

[@kciis]

Probate means that there is a court case that deals with: Deciding if a will exists and is valid; Figuring out who are the decedent’s heirs or beneficiaries; Figuring out how much the decedent’s property is worth; Taking care of the decedent’s financial responsibilities; and Transferring the decedent’s property to the heirs or beneficiaries. In a probate case, an executor (if there is a will) or an administrator (if there is no will) is appointed by the court as personal representative to collect the assets, pay the debts and expenses, and then distribute the remainder of the estate to the beneficiaries (those who have the legal right to inherit), all under the supervision of the court. The entire case can take between 9 months to 1 ½ years, maybe even longer. Kai & Ann Chung

[@gilliandale4854]

It can be costly -- part of why a trust can be a good idea.

[@kathysiegler4927]

how do i buy a an annuity from u?

[@kciis]

Feel free to reach out to our office by email or phone [e-mail] 408-502-7080 😊

[@baybay7898]

Read more material before buying one 😂

[@brucemoose926]

Maybe you should explain the concept of annuity before taking about the types of annuities.

[@kciis]

We actually do have a video that goes more into the concept of annuities/pensions. Here it is: kzbin.info/www/bejne/emmXioSNnpaGjaMsi=7dswqensRlKw2fW6 Let us know what you think!

[@stanleychiu8189]

what are the Cons of Pension Hybrid Annuity? You only talked about the pros not cons.

[@kciis]

Watch our new video-- This goes over the Pro's & CON'S! kzbin.info/www/bejne/pGipnK2dhtmDbsksi=sCam3_kcKvqL9VG9

[@kciis]

Let us know if you want to learn more! Kai & Ann Chung 408-502-7080 www.RetiringOptions.com

[@GETole]

Nice video, but annuities have way too many "ifs and buts".

[@kciis]

Thanks. The IFs depends on the type of Annuity. MYGAs are like CDs. No IFs. Hybrid Pensions have a guaranteed income that is much like a traditional pension but you still have control of your principal. SPIAs ARE a traditional pension. So no IFs at all. The variable annuities are the ones with the biggest “ifs”. The stock market is also a a huge IF. So one MUST know the differences! Thanks. Kai & Ann Chung

[@GETole]

​@kciis With any annuity contract, one is sharing the return with the insurance company in the name of a specified guarantee. One is handing over their $$ and if they want control they must typically pay MORE $$ to the insurance company in the form of a rider. The customer must pay for control of THEIR $$! Long-term, the stock market is not as big an "if" as the fear-selling annuity salespersons make if out to be. Increasingly, more people are seeing through the insurance companies very clever sales tactics and objection refutation strategies. I would encourage anyone to research the sales scripts and become very familiar with the verbiage. The $$ made by insurance companies and their reps comes from one place and one place only. The returns on most annuities are horrible.

[@reybruny]

So an iul sounds bttr??

[@kciis]

No. An IUL is not lifetime income. That’s a life insurance policy. Nothing is better than… It all depends on the “purpose.” IULs should NEVER be sold as investment planning.

[@richardwu5792]

I gave up after 3 minutes. Why can’t you just give a simple definition of annuity to begin with rather than waffle waffle waffle… bad presentation!

[@kciis]

lol, thanks for your feedback