Top annuity myths

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Steve Lewis takes a look at the top misconceptions people hold about the annuity market.

The Chancellor's recent announcement on the pension market offers retirees more choice as to how they take their retirement income. However, we believe that annuities will continue to have a place in the market as the certainty and guaranteed income that they provide will remain attractive to many. According to industry figures, some 400,000 annuities are sold every year and research from LV= reveals that annuities are the most well-known financial product with three-quarters (76%) of over-50s recognising it. Despite this, several misconceptions still remain that disengage potential c...

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