🎙️ THE ANNUITY & RETIREMENT PODCAST

Straight Talk About Annuities, Retirement, and Everything the Industry Gets Wrong

No high-pressure sales. No jargon. Just honest answers from an independent advisor who has been doing this since 1997.

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Honest, Unfiltered

I tell you what works, what does not, and what most agents will not say out loud. If an annuity is wrong for you, I will say so.

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Real Numbers, Real Cases

Each episode breaks down actual client scenarios — the income projections, the carrier comparisons, and the decisions behind them.

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Built for Real Retirees

Whether you have $10,000 or $10,000,000, the goal is the same: protect what you have built and never outlive your money.

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The Truth About Annuities

The Truth about Annuities
Protect What You’ve Built with Dan Walsh
The Truth About Annuities
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Protect What You’ve Built With Long Term Care Insurance

Protect What You've Built A Podcast About Long Term Care & Asset Protection
Protect What You’ve Built with Dan Walsh
Protect What You’ve Built With Long Term Care Insurance
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New to the Show? Start With These

If you are short on time, these three episodes cover the questions I hear most often.

EPISODE SPOTLIGHT

Annuities: The Truth Behind the Stigma

30 to 40 percent of people have heard the wrong things about annuities. I break down the stigma, the pros and cons, and the misnomers — plus a real $1,000,000 carrier comparison.

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Protect What You’ve Built With Long-Term Care Insurance

7 out of 10 people turning 65 will need long-term care. This episode explains why Medicare does not cover it, and how hybrid policies protect your savings.

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RETIREMENT INCOME

How Much Income Can an Annuity Provide?

Real numbers for $100,000, $250,000, and $500,000 annuities. I walk through what a guaranteed paycheck actually looks like at each level.

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Free. No obligation. No pressure. Whether you are considering a $10,000 final expense policy or a $1,000,000 annuity, I will work just as hard for you.

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About the Podcast

What is The Annuity & Retirement Podcast about? ▼
It is a weekly show about annuities, retirement income, long-term care, and the financial decisions that matter most as you approach or enter retirement. Each episode breaks down a specific topic in plain English, using real client scenarios and actual numbers.
Who is this podcast for? ▼
Anyone who wants to understand annuities and retirement planning without a sales pitch. Whether you have $10,000 saved or $10,000,000, the goal is the same: protect what you have built and never outlive your money.
How often do new episodes come out? ▼
New episodes are released weekly. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube so you are notified when a new one drops.
Can I ask a question to be answered on the show? ▼
Yes. Call or email me directly at (301) 569-2224 or dwalsh@mdlifeins.com. I read every message, and the best questions often become episodes.
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