What Happens When an Annuity Owner Dies Before Annuitization? When an annuity owner dies before annuitization, the big question is what happens to the money inside the contract. In this video, we explain how pre-annuitization death benefits work, who can receive them, and how the rules change based on whether the annuity is inside a retirement account and who the beneficiary is. You’ll learn what typically happens when a spouse is the beneficiary versus a non-spouse, how lump sums, stretch optio

What Does Effective Date Mean On Insurance? This video explains what the “effective date” means on an insurance policy and why it matters more than most people think. The effective date is the official day your coverage begins and determines when benefits are available and when your responsibilities (like paying premiums) begin. You’ll learn how insurers set effective dates, what has to happen before a policy can go into force, and how that can differ by insurance type. We’ll walk through common