Why should paychecks end with retirement?

I want a retirement "paycheck"

Endless paychecks may sound like a dream. But it isn't. It's possible to create retirement paychecks you'll never outlive.

You can exchange a portion of your nest egg for guaranteed monthly, quarterly or annual income in the form of an immediate or deferred payout annuity. You choose to collect your retirement checks for a specific number of years—or for life.

Today's annuities provide more flexibility, too. A lot of them allow you to:

• Access your money.
• Give yourself a raise.
• Leave money to loved ones or charity.
• Make sure your spouse continues to get lifetime income.

How will an income annuity work for me?

• Jerry's Story—Boosting your income
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• Bob's Story—Enjoying the early years of retirement

News about income annuities

• Income to Count On (Time magazine)
• Guaranteed Income–For Life (The Motley Fool)

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