VariableAnnuityGuide.com
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Understand Your Variable Annuity — Before You Buy

The first transparent, interactive calculator that shows you exactly how Variable Annuity guarantees, fees, and market scenarios affect your retirement. Built for consumers, trusted by financial advisers.

Everything you need to understand Variable Annuities

Most VA calculators show fixed-rate projections. Ours simulates real market scenarios so you can see how guarantees actually work — in bull markets, bear markets, and everything in between.

5 Guarantee Types Modelled

GMDB, GMAB, GMWB, GMWB+Ratchet, and GMIB — see how each protection works in real market scenarios, not just fixed-rate projections.

Real-Time Simulation

Drag market scenarios, adjust parameters, and watch 30 years of contract behaviour update instantly. No waiting, no server calls.

Transparent Fee Breakdown

See exactly how rider charges, management fees, and surrender schedules erode or protect your investment over time.

Side-by-Side Comparison

Compare your VA account value against a naked portfolio (no insurance wrapper) to understand the true cost and value of guarantees.

Plain English Explanations

Every chart, number, and scenario comes with clear explanations. No jargon — just the facts you need to make informed decisions.

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