6. Death benefit protection. If you die before receiving income from your annuity, your beneficiaries will receive a guaranteed benefit amount, backed by the financial strength of the insurance company. Some contracts also offer “enhanced” or “stepped-up” death benefits. These types of death benefit are designed to “lock in” your investment performance for your beneficiaries. The cost will vary depending on the benefit.
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