Everyone loves to hate annuities—yet $464 billion poured into them last year. What do all those retirees know that the loudest critics don’t?

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Everyone loves to hate annuities&mdash;yet $464 billion poured into them last year. What do all those retirees know that the loudest critics don&rsquo;t?
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The Fire Your Financial Advisor Podcast by Golden Reserve is for every-day retirees. We challenge financial advisors and the fees the trillion-dollar industry takes from your hard-earned savings.

Join us each week for straight shooting, honest insights on protecting your assets from taxes, market risk, fees and long-term care. We'll also challenge financial advisors and the fees the trillion-dollar industry takes from your hard-earned savings.

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The Fire Your Financial Advisor Podcast by Golden Reserve&nbsp;is for every-day retirees. We challenge financial advisors and the fees the trillion-dollar industry takes from your hard-earned savings.
Join us each week for straight shooting, honest insights on protecting your assets from taxes, market risk, fees and long-term care. We'll also challenge financial advisors and the fees the trillion-dollar industry takes from your hard-earned savings.
Subscribe or follow so you never miss an episode!
Check out Fire Your Financial Advisor on <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@fireyourfinancialadvisor/featured">YouTube</a>!&nbsp;
Learn more at <a href="https://bit.ly/3FeCs4x">GoldenReserve.com</a> or follow on social: <a href="https://bit.ly/3RRXk9l">Facebook</a>&nbsp;&amp; <a href="https://bit.ly/3QohDdv">LinkedIn</a>.

Join us each week for straight shooting, honest advice on protecting your assets from taxes, market risk, fees and long-term care.

Fire Your Financial Advisor by Golden Reserve

The Fire Your Financial Advisor Podcast by Golden Reserve is for every-day retirees. We challenge financial advisors and the fees the trillion-dollar industry takes from your hard-earned savings.

Join us each week for straight shooting, honest advice on protecting your assets from taxes, market risk, fees and long-term care. We'll also challenge financial advisors and the fees the trillion-dollar industry takes from your hard-earned savings.

Subscribe or follow so you never miss an episode!

Learn more at GoldenReserve.com or follow on social: Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube.

The Fire Your Financial Advisor Podcast by Golden Reserve is for every-day retirees. We challenge financial advisors and the fees the trillion-dollar industry takes from your hard-earned savings.
Join us each week for straight shooting, honest advice on protecting your assets from taxes, market risk, fees and long-term care. We'll also challenge financial advisors and the fees the trillion-dollar industry takes from your hard-earned savings.
Subscribe or follow so you never miss an episode!
Learn more at <a href="https://bit.ly/3FeCs4x">GoldenReserve.com</a> or follow on social: <a href="https://bit.ly/3RRXk9l">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://bit.ly/3QohDdv">LinkedIn</a> and <a href="https://bit.ly/3rXgn7r">YouTube</a>.

The Annuity Backlash Doesn’t Match the Math

What if the biggest reason retirees avoid annuities has nothing to do with the product itself? Greg examines why annuities continue setting sales records while remaining one of the most criticized financial tools. He breaks down the differences between annuities, CDs, and market-based investments, explains the role of guarantees and risk management, and shares his perspective on why parts of the financial industry push back against them. Plus, a look at where annuities may fit within a broader retirement strategy.

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What if the biggest reason retirees avoid annuities has nothing to do with the product itself? Greg examines why annuities continue setting sales records while remaining one of the most criticized financial tools. He breaks down the differences between annuities, CDs, and market-based investments, explains the role of guarantees and risk management, and shares his perspective on why parts of the financial industry push back against them. Plus, a look at where annuities may fit within a broader retirement strategy.
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Why Does the Financial Industry Want You to Hate Annuities?

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On this episode:
Micron's earnings sparked excitement, but market volatility remains. Greg explains why retirement planning shouldn't depend on stock picking or chasing the next hot investment.
From 401(k)s to advisory accounts, fees can quietly drain retirement assets. Greg breaks down the true cost of financial advice and why value matters.
An advisor suggested borrowing instead of spending retirement money. Greg examines the math, tax consequences, and why some retirement advice may not serve clients.
Delayed dreams, working too long, tax mistakes, and outdated estate plans. Greg shares lessons retirees wish they had learned sooner.

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Check out Fire Your Financial Advisor on YouTube!

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On this episode:
<ul>
<li>Micron's earnings sparked excitement, but market volatility remains. Greg explains why retirement planning shouldn't depend on stock picking or chasing the next hot investment.</li>
<li>From 401(k)s to advisory accounts, fees can quietly drain retirement assets. Greg breaks down the true cost of financial advice and why value matters.</li>
<li>An advisor suggested borrowing instead of spending retirement money. Greg examines the math, tax consequences, and why some retirement advice may not serve clients.</li>
<li>Delayed dreams, working too long, tax mistakes, and outdated estate plans. Greg shares lessons retirees wish they had learned sooner.</li>
</ul>
Subscribe or follow so you never miss an episode!
Check out Fire Your Financial Advisor on <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@fireyourfinancialadvisor/featured">YouTube</a>!
Learn more at <a href="https://bit.ly/3FeCs4x">GoldenReserve.com</a> or follow on social: <a href="https://bit.ly/3RRXk9l">Facebook</a>&nbsp;&amp; <a href="https://bit.ly/3QohDdv">LinkedIn</a>.

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On this episode:
Most people believe they will be in a lower tax bracket and will get tax refunds in retirement. That may not be true.
Is it time to pull back on your market risk when you retire?
Financial advisors get paid in many ways. What is right for you?

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Check out Fire Your Financial Advisor on YouTube!

Learn more at GoldenReserve.com or follow on social: Facebook & LinkedIn.

On this episode:
<ul>
<li>Most people believe they will be in a lower tax bracket and will get tax refunds in retirement. That may not be true.</li>
<li>Is it time to pull back on your market risk when you retire?</li>
<li>Financial advisors get paid in many ways. What is right for you?</li>
</ul>
Subscribe or follow so you never miss an episode!
Check out Fire Your Financial Advisor on <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@fireyourfinancialadvisor/featured">YouTube</a>!
Learn more at <a href="https://bit.ly/3FeCs4x">GoldenReserve.com</a> or follow on social: <a href="https://bit.ly/3RRXk9l">Facebook</a>&nbsp;&amp; <a href="https://bit.ly/3QohDdv">LinkedIn</a>.

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The Annuity Backlash Doesn’t Match the Math

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