Ask Terry Questions Annuity-Mass Mutual Ascend American Landmark 5

Annuity-Mass Mutual Ascend American Landmark 5

By Terry Savage on November 04, 2025 | Investments

Hi Terry,
A financial advisor has recommended this annuity from Mass Mutual Ascend called American Landmark 5. He tells me it’s a fixed index annuity. Are you familiar with it and is it considered a reasonable type annuity? Or are there other fixed index annuity companies that you feel are better for the customer? Thanks Terry!

Terry Says

Please — JUST DON’T DO THAT!!! You’ll be funding the “advisor’s” retirement — not yours.
I’ve written several articles on the subject: https://www.terrysavage.com/think-twice-fixed-index-annuities/

Please find a new advisor! Read this: https://www.terrysavage.com/pam-krueger-wealthramp/

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