1 rich Libsyn https://www.libsyn.com 90 600 Managing your retirement income doesn’t mean you have to go all-in or rip the knob off the faucet on day one. In this episode, Stan the Annuity Man breaks down “keep your powder dry” annuity strategies that let you stay flexible, protect your principal, and decide on lifetime income when it actually makes sense. &amp;nbsp; In this episode, The Annuity Man discussed:&amp;nbsp; The value of annuities for lifetime income planning&amp;nbsp; Laddering strategy with annuities&amp;nbsp; Placing an annuity inside a trust&amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; Key Takeaways:&amp;nbsp; When it comes to planning for lifetime income, annuities can be a valuable tool. However, it's essential to approach annuities with strategies that allow for flexibility and the ability to adapt to changing circumstances. By purchasing multiple annuities with different start dates, you can create a steady stream of income that aligns with your needs over time. This approach, called laddering, allows you to adjust your income as your requirements change, providing a level of flexibility that a single annuity may not offer. By placing an annuity inside a trust, you can maintain control over the asset while still benefiting from the lifetime income it provides. This strategy can be particularly useful for those who want to ensure their assets are managed according to their wishes, even if they become incapacitated. &amp;nbsp; &quot;It's a keep your powder dry strategy, meaning that you can go into this with a plan in place for future income needs. You know exactly to the penny what that's going to be. But if something changes between now and then, you can get all your money back...&quot; —&amp;nbsp; Stan The Annuity Man.&amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; Connect with The Annuity Man:&amp;nbsp; Website: http://theannuityman.com/&amp;nbsp; Email: Stan@TheAnnuityMan.com&amp;nbsp; Book: Owner’s Manuals: https://www.stantheannuityman.com/how-do-annuities-work YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCXKKxvVslbeGAlEc5sra2g&amp;nbsp; Get a Quote Today: https://www.stantheannuityman.com/annuity-calculator! “Fun With Annuities” The Annuity Man Podcast https://www.TheAnnuityMan.com <iframe title="Libsyn Player" style="border: none" src="//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/41572160/height/90/theme/custom/thumbnail/yes/direction/forward/render-playlist/no/custom-color/88AA3C/" height="90" width="600" scrolling="no" allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen></iframe> https://assets.libsyn.com/secure/item/41572160