There are Downsides to Selling Annuities if Your Insurer is Struggling

Even with life and annuity insurers struggling, consumers should think twice and seek sound advice before selling an existing annuity.

"Should consumers be worried by declining financial-strength ratings of insurance companies that issue their life policies and annuity contracts?  Experts say lowered strength ratings are cause for concern. But they warn that rash action -- like dumping your annuity without doing your homework first -- may subject you to big problems."

Source: Wall Street Journal

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