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Annuity
An annuity is a type of retirement product. Individuals buy annuities from insurance companies and other providers with lump-sum payments. Lifetime annuities pay a lifetime income and can also pay after death to named beneficiaries. Fixed-term annuities pay out for a fixed period and return funds to the retiree at the end of the term.