576K views · 102 reactions | “Having an annuity tells me I am protected. I plan for a race the same way I plan for my retirement.” —Elaine Larsen, jet car driver/owner, Larsen Motorsports | Alliance for Lifetime Income | Facebook

Wes breaks down Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities (TIPS) — safe government bonds that adjust for inflation. Learn how they work, why their yields are lower, and when it might make sense to add them to your portfolio. 🎧 This is a sneak peek of tomorrow’s episode — listen on YouTube.com/clark, Clark.com/podcasts, or your favorite podcast platform. | Clark Howard

Have you been told to avoid annuities? Many people have been led to believe that annuities are too complex and have high fees. Oftentimes they receive this advice from someone who is trying to sell them something else. While annuities aren’t for everyone, they can play a significant part in a stable and worry-free retirement. And if you know who to talk to, it’s easy to find out if an annuity is right for you. Annuities offer two main benefits. First, is protected growth. This means when the mar