The Truth About Annuities: The Question Isn't 'Are They Good or Bad?' It's 'Are They Appropriate for You?'

Annuities have costs and limitations, but also serve a real purpose for some investors. Before dismissing them as a retirement option, find out how they work.

# The Truth About Annuities: The Question Isn't 'Are They Good or Bad?' It's 'Are They Appropriate for You?' Annuities have costs and limitations, but also serve a real purpose for some investors. Before dismissing them as a retirement option, find out how they work. **Read the full article:** [Kiplinger](https://www.kiplinger.com/retirement/annuities/the-truth-about-annuities) *This article was originally published by Kiplinger. MoneyWiseInc provides expert curation of the best financial content from trusted sources.*