Why Conservative Investors Should Consider Buying a Brokered CD Over a Bank CD
By Ford Stokes, RSSA, MBA When it comes to preserving capital and earning a steady, predictable return, certificates of deposit (CDs) have long been a go-to choice for conservative investors. [...]
Why Fixed Indexed Annuities Are the Smart Bond Replacement Strategy for Investors Over 50
By Ford Stokes, RSSA, MBA Registered Social Security Analyst | Series 65 Licensed Financial Advisor | Host of Retirement Results Radio Show Introduction For investors aged 50 and older, preserving [...]
The New “Permanent” $15 Million Estate & Gift Tax Exemption: What It Means for You
The New “Permanent” $15 Million Estate & Gift Tax Exemption: What It Means for You On July 4, 2025, President Trump signed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R. 1) into law. [...]
How President Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill” Is Transforming Retirement: A Game-Changer for Social Security Recipients and Retirees
By Ford Stokes, RSSA, MBA President of Active Wealth Management | Host of Retirement Results Radio Show At a time when retirees are navigating rising costs, shrinking pensions, and market [...]
Why It Matters: Kiplinger Shines Spotlight on RSSAs—and Ford Stokes Is Leading the Way in Georgia
Planning for Social Security is one of the most important—and often confusing—decisions retirees face. That’s why Registered Social Security Analysts (RSSAs) are gaining national attention, and why Kiplinger Personal Finance [...]
Protecting Your Retirement: Jamie Dimon’s Warning and the Case for Replacing Bonds with Fixed Indexed Annuities
Written By: Ford Stokes, RSSA, MBA "You are going to see a crack in the bond market. It is going to happen." These are the chilling words [...]
What to Do When You Change Jobs: A Comprehensive Guide to Securing Your Financial Future
By Ford Stokes, RSSA, MBA Changing jobs can be an exciting time—new challenges, new goals, and often, new compensation. But it’s also one of the most crucial moments to [...]
Upgrade Your Retirement with the North American Charter Plus 14 Fixed Indexed Annuity
Why It May Be Time to Leave Your Underperforming FIA Behind If you’re reading this, you may already own a fixed indexed annuity (FIA) from a well-known provider like Allianz, [...]
Why the Aspida Synergy Choice Bonus 10 Fixed Indexed Annuity is a Smart Bond Replacement Strategy
Written by Ford Stokes, RSSA, MBA Are you worried about market volatility and looking for a smarter, safer alternative to traditional bonds? The Aspida Synergy Choice Bonus 10 Fixed Indexed [...]
How the Nationwide Peak 10 Fixed Indexed Annuity Can Help You Retire with Confidence
Why Millions Are Considering This Smart Bond Replacement Strategy for Retirement Income Written By: Ford Stokes Are You Worried About Outliving Your Retirement Savings? You're not alone. With increased life [...]