Key Takeaways Even though reverse mortgages don’t require monthly payments, interest rates still determine how much equity you can access and how fast your loan balance grows. Borrower age and interest rates work together, with older homeowners qualifying... See more
2026 Annuity Outlook: Safety First
January 6, 2026 by Allison Bell
Sales of individual annuities without firm, built-in value guarantees increased in the United States in 2025.
Jason Bickler, co-head of individual markets at Global Atlantic, a major annui... See more
Judge denies new trial for Jeffrey Cutter on Advisors Act violation
January 6, 2026 by John Hilton
A Massachusetts judge rejected Jeffrey Cutter’s bid to reverse his guilty verdict on improper annuity sales. In her Dec. 23 order, Judge Denise J. Casper al... See more
Top Ratings Agencies Award Northwestern Mutual Highest-Available Financial Strength Designations for 35th Consecutive Year
January 6, 2026 by Northwestern Mutual
MILWAUKEE, Dec. 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — For the 35th consecutive year, Northwestern Mutual ha... See more
Venerable Successfully Acquires Investment Adviser and Closes Reinsurance Transaction
January 6, 2026 by Venerable Holdings
WEST CHESTER, Pa.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Venerable Holdings, Inc. (Venerable) is pleased to announce the completion of the acquisition of ... See more