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Pros and Cons of Surrendering an Annuity

The Indy Star has published a good article on the pros and cons of surrendering an annuity.

Some high level considerations include:

  • Fees and expenses
  • Taxes due on capital gains
  • Loss of death benefit
  • Loss of tax deferred gains

Source: Indy Star

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Death Benefit
Key Phrases: 
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Expenses
Fees

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