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An impartial review of the Allianz 222 Annuity – updated August 2021
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Editor's Note: This post was originally published in May 2014 and has been updated for freshness, accuracy, and comprehensiveness.
The annuity business has grown in popularity as investors, especially those nearing retirement, look for options to protect themselves from stock market volatility and give them a decent income stream in retirement. With over $200 billion in annual sales, the annuity industry is big business with lots of salesmen trying to persuade you to make a purchase.
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