A comprehensive, convenient overview for investors. The only authoritative, concise guide to investing in annuities, this completely up-to-date book includes detailed information on every kind of annuity instrument available to the general investor, including extensive information on the hottest, most controversial category--variable annuities. Written in clear, accessible language, this is the ideal reference guide to this growing investment option. * Written by an expert in the field of personal investment and a seasoned writer/journalist on the subject * Includes a variety of actuary and investment tables to help you understand how your investments in annuities will perform.