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Busting Fixed Indexed Annuity Myths

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Read Rod Mims, SVP National Sales at Athene, article in Wealth Management to learn more about how annuities can fit into retirement strategies and his thoughts on busting the following annuity myths:

Myth 1: Annuities are complicated and confusing.
Myth 2: Annuities can’t keep up with inflation and market moves. 
Myth 3: Annuities have too many hidden charges. 

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