Comprehensive Annuity Research Made Easy
With our technology-driven approach, we make it easy to research, rate, and compare hundreds of annuities from multiple top-rated insurance companies. Our Licensed Annuity Investigators offer you personalized recommendations based on your individual needs. This makes it easier for you to find the highest interest rates and payout rates to achieve your retirement goals.
Our mission
Our mission is to help people achieve financial security, confidence, and peace of mind throughout their entire retirement using the best annuities.

Your retirement happiness is our top priority
Everyone has a different path to their retirement happiness, and we’re here to help you achieve yours.
With our technology-driven approach and honest guidance, we make annuity research personalized and easy. We investigate annuities so you can retire with confidence.

A smarter way to research and purchase annuities
The traditional way annuities are researched and sold is complex, confusing, and outdated. We are dedicated to making the annuity process more effective, easier, and fully transparent.
This means we answer questions in a way you can understand, fully disclose and explain fees, and be upfront about our commissions, so you can feel 100% confident in your annuity choices. The system is set up to benefit the insiders — not you. We set out to change that.

Our goal
Our goal is simple. We want to serve you in a way that makes the annuity research and purchase process simple, transparent, and enjoyable. We accomplish this goal in four ways.
First, we never take a one-size-fits-all approach to your retirement. We take the time to get to know your goals, dreams, needs, and desires. This way we can recommend annuities based on your needs.
Second, we offer honest feedback and advice. We will answer all your questions and give you honest feedback based on your individual goals and needs. Even if it means we determine an annuity isn’t right for you at this time.
Third, we use the latest technology. With our technology-driven approach, we make it easy to research, rate, and compare hundreds of top annuities so you can find the best one for you.
Last, we offer full transparency. We want you to be certain you understand every aspect of your annuity choices. This includes the fees, commissions, and fine print.
If we accomplish our goal, we know it will be easier for you to retire with confidence.
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Our Promise
We promise to be honest with you. This may seem like a simple promise, but in an industry full of confusing jargon, fancy brochures, and commissioned salespeople who are not looking out for your best interest, it’s a refreshing change. We don’t take this promise lightly.
We promise to be transparent
You deserve to know how much you should expect in income and benefits from the annuity you’ve chosen. We promise to be transparent about the annuities that we recommend and any of the fees and commissions hidden in the contract. We promise to show you the best deal with the most benefits for you, not just the annuity with the highest commission.
We promise to be of service first
We are not here to push, rush, or “sell” you an annuity. We are here to be of service to you. This means we will take the time to understand your situation and desired outcomes. This means we will promptly answer your questions, explain the details, and make it easier for you to find the best annuity. We are not high-pressure salespeople only looking for a commission. We are here to serve you.
We promise to give honest guidance
All of our Licensed Annuity Investigators are independent. This means they don’t represent only one insurance company. This is important because it allows us to search multiple top-ranked insurance companies to find the best annuity for you. We can offer you honest guidance and unbiased recommendations many advisors can’t provide.
We promise to act in your best interest
We work for you, and we take that responsibility seriously. We promise to never put company incentives or compensation in front of your retirement goals or needs.
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Our Featured Licensed Annuity Investigators
Annuity Gator only works with Licensed Annuity Investigators who are independent, align with our values, and prioritize creating positive client outcomes over everything else. This ensures you will receive a higher level of service, honest advice, and unbiased recommendations personalized to meet your retirement goals.

You're In Control
Purchasing an annuity is an important life decision. This is why we keep you in control of the entire process. From research and recommendations to the final decision, we want you to feel confident and secure that you’re making the best choice for yourself.
We are here to help you by doing the hard work. We are here to give you honest guidance, answer your questions in a way you can understand, and use our expertise to make the process as easy and enjoyable as possible.
We never want you to feel like you are being pushed, rushed, or “sold” an annuity. This is why we keep you in control, so you can go at your own pace and only make a purchase when you are ready. When you’re in control, you have a better chance at a positive outcome.

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From the comfort of your own home
Gone are the days you have to drive across town, sit in a stuffy office, or host a stranger in your home to research and purchase an annuity. Thanks to technology, you can now accomplish your annuity research from the comfort of your own home, office, or even your RV.
All our meetings will be conducted “virtually”, via phone or online meeting (such as Zoom, Google Meetings, etc.). These are all simple and safe platforms to use. This way you never have to leave your home to get questions answered, get recommendations, or start the purchasing process.
Reach your retirement goals
You worked hard to reach this point in your life, now it is time to make it a reality. With our knowledge, guidance, and expertise, we can help you set a path to accomplish and realize your retirement goals.
Our Licensed Annuity Investigators are ready to help you make your dream retirement a reality. We can help ensure you can retire with confidence with the best use of an annuity.


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A great phone meeting.
Barb was helpful, honest, obviously loves the subject-matter, and is very personable to talk to.
William is a trustworthy guy
William is a trustworthy guy, taking a lot of time explaining to me the ins and outs of the product we chose. He sifted through several annuities to arrive at the perfect fit. I never felt pushed or “sold”, and the transaction was smooth and quick.
I learned a lot about Annuity
I learned a lot about Annuity. Very informative. Thanks
Mark Shelby has been very thorough!
Mark Shelby has been very thorough, and provided tax and other information that clearly we were not anticipating on our own. He has been a tireless and informed information provider for our unique circumstances! Thanks for all your assistance!! Henry and Lisa Austin
Eric and Terry were very educational
Eric and Terry were very educational, patient and thorough in there explanation of what our existing annuity works and offered a solution that made sense.
Ryan McNeil was truly a sincere and
Ryan McNeil was truly a sincere and professional gentleman. He did not pressure me into making any decisions and explained all the different types of annuities that are available with great precision and patience. I am very thankful for the education that he provided to me with all the options that I have to choose from. I am looking forward to continue to work with him.
Very personable and knowledgeable advisor
Excellent service. Appreciated the seminar by Terry. Have received excellent service, responsiveness, knowledgeable and very personable advisor, Barbara Halperin. She is great. Have already recommended her to others. Thank you, Barbara!
John Montoya gave us very valuable
John Montoya gave us very valuable information. Pleasant and thorough. Always on time with a scheduled appointment. Will definitely consult John again.
Very educational
Very educational. Took the time to really learn about our needs and answer questions. Built trust and rapport. James L. Robinson
Selecting an Annuity that suits your needs
While exploring Annuities, I was contacted by Annuity Gator. I was provided pertinent advice that helped me choose an Annuity that fits my needs.
Bill Decker was very helpful
Bill Decker was very informative and helped me and my wife understand all of our options. With all of the uncertainty in the investing world right now he explained our options in a way that will help us in making the right decisions going forward. I highly recommend Bill for anyone that would want an advisor that they can trust and is great at explaining financial matters in an easy to understand way.
Annuity Annual Performance
Barbara Halperin has been Exceptional revealing with my account.
Just what I needed to plan for financial security in retirement
When I started to plan for my retirement, one of the concerns is to make sure I didn’t run out of money. I needed a steady and reliable source of income. I knew an annuity would be the answer but there were so many options and choices that it was overwhelming. I had spoken with a few other advisors but they were all a little vague when answering my questions. Not so with Joshua Schlinksy. He took the time to answer all my answers accurately and thoroughly. Unlike the other advisors I spoke with, Joshua seemed genuinely interested in making sure I would be comfortable in retirement. If you are approaching or into retirement and need financial guidance, I would recommend giving Joshua a call.
Michael K
Michael K. I exceptional! We appreciate his insight, advice, counsel, and perceptions!
Doug Bentle was very informative and
Doug Bentle was very informative and helpful in educating me on different annuities and proposed few products for me to consider investing for retirement.
Annuity Gator helped me find a suitable Annuity for Retirement Income
After contacting Annuity Gator I was contacted by a licensed insurance advisor who offered me a choice of annuities based on my specific retirement income need. I was presented with a list of insurance companies along with their company ratings. I went with an insurance company with an “A” rating that was offering a promotional interest rate during the five year accrual period which allowed for the principle investment to grow significantly prior to the first distribution. The advisor then worked with me to fill out the necessary forms (of which there are many) to submit an application to the insurance company I chose. Keep in mind that this process takes several weeks and multiple telephone calls, but the advisor was there for me every step of the way.
Excellent support and knowledgeable
Excellent support and knowledgeable answers. If you want objective, fact based information, this is a very good resource.
I ve worked with Terry for almost three
I ve worked with Terry for almost three years now and consider that s he s done an admirable job. He s answered all my questions and preempted many many more. My wife and I feel quite secure in the fact that the money we ve invested via Terry s recommendations will pay dividends in our retirement. More importantly, we can think about enjoying these next few years prior to retirement than wonder we ve set aside enough for a comfortable retirement. I can wholeheartedly recommend Terry if you re serious about your financial future and want to work with an honest straightforward individual who s interested in your financial success rather than maximizing his own profits.
I love Steve of Annuity Gator
I love Steve of Annuity Gator, at first I was hesitant but he was patient and so informative…and due to his thorough work I found out I was eligible for a pension from my previous employer!!! He has helped me out a lot with understanding my retirement options. And thanks to his help I feel confident about my future retirement.
They were very professional and
They were very professional and organized. They explained things to me very well and provided me with a great deal of relevant information during the decision process.
Scott was very knowledgeable
Scott was very knowledgeable. It was a good first call.
First conversation with Annuity Gator
Russ called at exactly 1:00PM as was arranged. He was a very pleasant person to talk to
Excellent information
Excellent information, explained well and no pressure.
Hi Casey
Hi, it was nice to talk business with Casey, he was able to explain about annuities and was clear about the various options that we have as we prepare for our future as retired folks. We hope that we can work with Casey going forward and develop a nice balanced plan. Thank you
Very helpful full of information
Very helpful full of information
Rocky was be informative and very
Rocky was be informative and very patient with my questions. He answered to my understanding and help me comprehend how annuities work. He called to check on me several times to follow-up if I had any questions. He’s been great throughout the whole process. I would recommend Rocky to anyone that was getting close to retirement and wanted to check out an annuity.
No pressure information or sales pitch
Excellent inf with no sales pressures .
Excellent annuity service
Excellent support and service. I would highly recommend to anyone that needs an annuity.
Ryan McNeill is excellent, highly recommended
Years ago, I selected an A++ provider in order to minimize risk. Recently, I discovered that states provide small investors with another form of insurance against company failure. That opened my eyes to the need to research options. Ryan was excellent in his patient exploration of my circumstances – including needs, goals and risk tolerance. Recognizing that his crystal ball is no better than mine, he presented a variety of good options, answered all questions patiently and thoroughly, without pushing. The Zoom format is wonderful – for good discussion and for handy review tapes. I hope to be able to write a more authoritative review in five years. Meanwhile, I can sleep well at night knowing I ve explored a much wider range of options and will enjoy improved financial performance.
Barbara Halperin is excellent
Barbara Halperin is excellent! She handled everything in a timely manner and explained everything in detail to us. It was a great experience doing all of this on the computer face to face. I referred Barb to my daughter and will recommend her to other friends and family.
The adviser was knowledgeable and
The adviser was knowledgeable and answered my questions thoroughly without attempting to sell anything.
Scott Stooksbury, Annuity Research Specialist & Advisor.
Choosing a financial adviser is one of the most important decisions you can make for yourself; it is why I would recommend Scott Stooksbury to anyone who needs financial advice and want to buy financial product tailored to your needs. He is a good listener, takes the time to get to know you, and answered your questions. He provides a comprehensive current market analyses with detailed list of Carriers and their products. Scott is trustworthy and honest. He is always prompt to respond over email and phone calls. Every meeting with him has been productive and pleasant. His professionalism and empathy make him a top financial advisor. I am glad we have chosen to work with Scott Stooksbury.
Excellent unbiased presentation of
Excellent unbiased presentation of products. Good communications and attention to details.
Jeff was very knowledgeable and helpful
Jeff was knowledgeable, helpful and above all, a good listener. He took the time to understand what I am/was trying to accomplish and after our initial discussion, he came back to me with a plan that provided the solution I was looking for.
Working with Mike K
Working with Mike K. is a breeze. Appoinyments are kept and on time. He is very professional. Answers questions in a way that can be understood by a layman. Will continue to recommend his services. Thanks Mike.
I was listened to rather than lectured
I was listened to rather than lectured to.!
Very knowledgeable advisor
Very knowledgeable advisor. Opened me to new products that I am able to review.
The Spark – that lead to an Annuity Purchase
I am writing this reference to recommend Sean Sparkman, who facilitated the purchase of an annuity for us. Throughout our interactions, Sean exhibited exceptional professionalism, knowledge, patience, and dedication to customer service. Here are some key points about Sean – Expertise: Sean possesses an in-depth understanding of annuities, investment vehicles, and retirement planning. His guidance was invaluable in helping us make an informed decision, creating a retirement roadmap. Personalized Approach: Sean took the time to understand our financial goals, risk tolerance, and long-term objectives. He tailored his recommendations accordingly, ensuring the annuity aligned with our needs. Transparency: We appreciated his transparency throughout the process. He provided clear explanations, answered all our questions, and ensured we felt confident in our investment choice. Timeliness: The entire annuity purchase process was efficient, thanks to prompt communication and attention to detail. We are pleased with the annuity product recommended and have full confidence in Sean s abilities. We wholeheartedly endorse Sean Sparkman as a reliable and knowledgeable financial professional. Should you require further information or wish to discuss our experience in more detail, please feel free to reach out. All the best, Michael and Colleen Florida
Very helpful
Warren was very helpful and offered good information
Good Customer Service
I was contacted by Bill Bieda, who did an excellent job of communicating with me by phone and email. Even though I had already lined up with another advisor, I was just checking the whole annuity idea out. He was helpful and willing to give advice.
Tony help me transfer my 401k to
Tony help me transfer my 401k to annuity. Very much recommended
Felt as though he had my best interests in mind.
Cal was on time with every conference and addressed each question with an understandable answer. He came up with an annuity of which I had no prior knowledge.
The advice that I received from Joshua
The advice that I received from Joshua Schlinsky was much appreciated. Rather than pushing advice which would result in an annuity sale for him, he counseled me to stick with the annuity product that I was already in. He also provided me with a book that he has written that contains some great overall investment advice.
Brett Toomey is THE BEST AGENT EVER
Brett Toomey is the most informed, experienced financial advisor I’ve ever encountered! The online video by AG’s CEO drew me in as it’s info seemed straightforward, knowledgeable and sensible. But Brett Toomey captured my business (one Trad IRA based deferred/indexed annuity … about which I knew NOTHING until Brett explained it patiently til I DID understand it) and soon another annuity, deferred, non-IRA cash based. Because I trust Brett completely. He’s smart, likeable, has a sense of humor and seems to respect me even though I’m NOT a financial wiz!! I absolutely and completely recommend AnnuityGator, and Brett Toomey in particular. Connie B “)
Keeping It Simple
My advisor explained the Annuity I was interested in simple terms. He was patient. I felt I was being educated.Have not made a decision yet after 4 conversations..but that’s ok..this is important to really understand before I lay my money down.
Great effort had been put with client
Great effort had been put with client. Very satisfy with the service provided by Phillip. Honest answer , no pushing to do business which Mach my personality. Thank you Philip.
I’m so thankful I met Jason Siebert
Due to the current economic climate, my IRA had lost more than $100,000. I needed to stop the bleed. I was interested in Annuities because i heard you never lose money. I started to research different companies and that is when i Met Jason Siebert with Annuity Gator. I explained i was new to the world of annuities. Instead of being pushy like another annuity salesman i ran into, Jason took his time over the course of six weeks to educate me. What a treasure. I entrusted my entire retirement savings to Jason and he was able to replace the amount I had lost in the market. Thank you Jason for the ease of mind.
The advisor you put me in touch with
The advisor you put me in touch with (Barb Halperin) was very knowledgeable and helpful. She answered all of my questions and offered me three attractive options. Unfortunately, due to restrictions on my existing 403(b) plan that prevent me from moving money out of it while I am still actively working, I am unable to take advantage of the annuity options she offered until I actually retire or leave my job. I definitely plan to reconnect with her when that happens.
Patiently stayed with me while I…
Patiently stayed with me while I checked out several different products and was always available to answer any questions I had. Had added peace of mind for my final yeas of retirement and for my wife’s as well.
I received great ,knowledgeable
I received great ,knowledgeable information from them.Helped me understand my current Annuity Policies
Annuity Gator STAR
Sean is a wonderful young man who is a straight shooter. He is honest and clear, able to take the time to explain all that we needed. He teaches about different types of financial plans, and he actually follows up, by calls, emails and texts! Thank you!!
Overall Service Review
Great service, help, and content in your webinars……very helpful!
Scott was very knowledgeable and
Scott was very knowledgeable and explain annuities where I could understand. It was very pleasant and helpful on the phone and I would recommend him.
Paige Peterson is a very helpful
Paige Peterson is a very helpful Financial Advisor.
Robert Baltzell was a great help
Robert Baltzell was a great help explaining the type of annuity I had been sold by another agency. He went above and beyond my expectations when contacting Annuity Gator.
Very informative
Very informative, Marco was very educated in showing us what annuities would fit our retirement, he a super nice man. We will be having another meeting to discuss which one we should go with.
My advisor – Joshua
Worked with Joshua Schlinsky back in Q3 2022, and we did our annual review this year. I found him patient, a good listener and most important, giving me a sense of an advisor who projected a fiduciary perspective towards my situation with knowledge of products towards a modeled solution. AnnuityGator is fortunate to have him as an asset to help folks on some financial planning.
Helpful and Educational
Ryan is very knowledgeable of the many options/strategies for buying annuities. He does a great job of explaining the details so that you can feel comfortable with the products.
I was provided very useful information
I was provided very useful information about different choices available for me to meet my financial goal. Thank you very much.
James was quite thorough and
James was quite thorough and professional in presentation.
Thank you
I was unfortunate to have had a very unqualified & dishonest financial advisor for my IRA investments including my Annuity. I was recommended by Fidelity to contact Annuity Gator for advice. I am fortunate to have been connected with Merrit Strunk as my advisor to advise about my inappropriate Annuity. He has shared his knowledge, expertise, & sincere caring attitude & attention to my situation. I am very grateful for his professional advice. Thank you!
Very Honest
Jason made everything make sense and way easier to understand.
Lisa’s new annuity
I have just replaced an old annuity with a new, better one. I could not have made it through this process had it not been for my advisor, William Seeley. He guided me every step of the way, by asking what I wanted/needed the annuity to do, explaining things I didn’t understand, answering my questions and most of all, staying in contact. He worked very hard on my behalf and got me the annuity that I needed to further my retirement goals. I will definitely recommend his services to my family and friends.
David Driggers; Honest, Knowledgeable, Effective Representation
David Driggers, An agent with Annuity Gator has demonstrated through his performance to be very knowledgeable of the many aspects surrounding Annuities; He carefully determines ones’ goals, researches the most beneficial polices that meet those goals, honestly communicates the positive and negative features to consider, patiently explains and answers all questions and generally works fiduciarily in the interest of his client. One can definitely feel confident in his representation.
Russ was great
Russ was great. Very knowledgeable and nice guy!
No pressure and very informative.
No pressure and very informative.
I was listened to rather than lectured…
I was listened to rather than lectured to.!
Joshua Schlinsky
I am delighted to share a review of my recent experience with Joshua Schlinsky. Annuity Gator provided the contact with Joshua, and I am glad they did. Initially, he listened to understand my needs, wants, and fears. He took the time to educate me on the alternatives available in the field of annuities. He answered every question and never pushed for a sale. We met several times by phone and Zoom meetings, and he walked us through a process that resulted in a slightly different approach than we started out with. I would recommend Joshua without any reservation. Thank you, Joshua.
Jerry Means did an excellent job
Jerry Means did an excellent job explaining annuities
Terry Ciotti with Annuity Gators A++++ guidance
Terry Ciotti with Annuity Gators was the best advisor I could have ever asked for. His honesty, professionalism, and guidance through the whole process was A+++. He didn’t rush me in any way. He answered all my questions, and I felt great about my decisions. He is my go to with Annuity Gators with any future endeavors. A very big Thank You!!
Jason Siebert was patient and VERY
Jason Siebert was patient and VERY knowledgeable about annuities and how they can help me and my family reach our retirement goals. At one time, I swore I would never use an annuity. And now I have one. I am very happy I do. I still have aggressive investments, but they are very volatile. The product I purchased gives me a great return and eliminates the possibility that I would need to sell stocks in a down market.
Casey Madden was great
Casey Madden was informed, caring and just what I needed.
I am working with Jason Siebert
I am working with Jason Siebert. He has been incredibly patient in educating me towards products that best fit my financial needs. Very friendly and professional. Feel he really wanted to help me. No pressure. Will certainly use him for any other investment needs I may have.
Best Advice Given Hands Down
Our representative is very knowledgeable and professional as well as patient . Able to make complex issues very understandable.
I had questions concerning Annuities
I has questions concerning Annuities Jeff Woodhy answered my questions so I could make an informed decision about my Annuity.