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Annuity Program Success
I had been looking for an annuity to invest in, but didn t have a clue where to go and who to contact. The representative assign to me was very instrumental in presenting and explaining the process and earnings potential. He also described the different options I had with the one program I purchased. I was pleased with his customer service and allowed me to ask a million questions and have some time to think about this before I made my decision. I am putting away a large amount of money for my future economic welfare and I believe I chose a good company to do it with. I m giving them 5 Stars and am optimistic to see my earnings potential after this first year.
Advisor was very seasoned informational
Advisor was very seasoned informational and extremely knowledgeable. Great Experience!!!
The best information on annuities out
The best information on annuities out there
Joshua: Annuity Gator
Joshua helped me understand annuity products, how they can offer a safe and secure income stream for years to come. I’d received some advisement from other financial planners, didn’t like their approach, seemed more interested in sales than guidance to protect my retirement funds. We met several times, did my research and finely came to the best options for me, meet the goals we set during our initial meeting. His guidance, patience were most valued during the process, explained everything in terms i could understand. As i move forward into retirement i feel more secure that i’ll be able gain a good income stream while preserving my investment, providing a legacy for my family.
Easy to understand
Easy to understand, plenty of common sense examples and no pressure tactics
Terry was very helpful explaining the
Terry was very helpful explaining the options I have and how each one works in general and also specific to my situation. I will review his information and go over it with my wife. Just not sure if this is the time for me to commit yet since I do have other income sources currently filling any potential gap, but I can see where a FIA would be perfect for me if one or more of these sources were interrupted and a gap materialized.
Rep was thorough, but concise
Representative called me on time, was clear, concise, thorough, and listened to me. Also offered to follow up, and DID.
Honest friendly advice
Very knowledgeable. Good professional advice.
Great source of info and service
Excellent service, great advice. I d recommend them to anyone looking for transparent and quality annuity advice.
Neil Dekter was precise and gave his
Neil Dekter was precise and gave his sound assurance that I would be delivered the exact product I was looking for! I am very happy with his service and believe me after dealing with my regional bank M&T this man should be given a medal,I am going to recommend Neil to all of my associates and brothers and sisters of mine and my sister UA local unions!
Ryan took the time to educate me
Ryan took the time to educate me about all the different types of annuities and made recommendations based on my needs
Why I chose annuity gator with Jason Siebert
I am not a novice purchasing annuities or researching internet companies . I own several MYGAs for different accounts and confidently chose them myself . However, I was pitched a complex fixed index annuity from a specific company by a suave financial advisor. I noticed many red flags throughout this advisor s lengthy presentation and knew I needed another unbiased opinion . I found annuity gator online and liked their business model of only using independent financial agents who represent hundreds of companies and were not captive agents . I was assigned to Jason Seibert . I asked Jason to scrutinize this annuity and tell me the good, the bad and the ugly . Jason willingly and skillfully analyzed the product and confirmed the red flags while judiciously pointing out more . I spent several sessions with Jason exploring annuity products best suited for me . Jason has that rare ability to simplify complex ideas , educate ,and provide structure while not judging a clients level of understanding or their reasons for preferring some products over others . Jason was committed to finding the highest annuity rates from highly rated companies using my criteria . He did not pressure me to make any decision about anything or to purchase if I did not want to . He made clear we could have as many discussions as I wanted which we did even if I chose not to purchase a product . When I finally chose my annuity product , we screen shared completing the application to make the process shorter and easier than if I did it myself. The application was delivered to the annuity company , reviewed, accepted and funded in a reasonable time frame without mistakes or missing data. That alone is huge . I knew immediately that Jason was the right agent for me and I chose the best product for me with his support . It s very difficult to search the internet for reputable companies and even rarer to find an agent with both analytical and interpersonal skills . I recommend Jason Siebert and Annuity Gator to provide safe , manageable and legitimate solutions for income in retirement or any phase of life
Great resource and helpful and knowledgable agent
Annuity Gator was very educational for me, and ultimately I bought an annuity through Greg Ferguson I’m very happy with (and just before the market crashed!)
I was listened to rather than lectured
I was listened to rather than lectured to.!
My annuity gator experience
Hands on and very thorough from A to Z. They were able to answer all questions that came up. The whole process was painless smooth.
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.
Rocky was very helpful and provided
Rocky was very helpful and provided good advise and was upfront if he didn’t know full details of a particular product.
I am happy we had the talk it made me
I am happy we had the talk it made me feel safe with my annuity that I did not flush my money. I also look ford ward to us talking again.
Ryan was extremely helpful and I
Ryan was extremely helpful and I learned a lot about annuities from our conversations.
How do I increase my funds?
I started looking on line for a better interest rate than my bank. This was my first experience on line. It turned out beautiful. Sean was very knowledgeable and helpful. He knew his math and listened to what my needs were. He always gave several potions to choose from. Each was explained in great detail. The one I chose gave me an extended death benefit and an option if I became serious ill. I didn’t feel totally bound and not able to get my money. I was a little concerned since he didn’t have an office in my state or hometown. I have been with him for a year and am totally comfortable with my ability to talk to him when needed. This was money that was not needed in the near future yet I still could access it for a serious emergency. The entire plan seems to look out for all my worries. Sean spends the time with you! I am so lucky to have found this annuity. I did my due diligence an found this insurance company met my requirements. Sincerely, Rosemary J. Waldron
Casey Madden was great
Casey Madden was informed, caring and just what I needed.
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.
GOOD INFORMATION
GOOD INFORMATION
Great experience
Great experience. Very knowledgeable and no pressure. Give them 5 stars.
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.
Lot of great advice.
Lot of great advice.
Great service
Marcus was very patient and clear when he explained how annuities work. I appreciated his honesty about the various choices open to me and I trusted his advice.
Skeptical though interested
Initially I was very skeptical concerning FIAs, how they worked and fit into my retirement plans. I had no idea what to expect, thought it was all fancy sales hype. I reached out to a few financial planners with various programs but not sold on the proposals. I did my homework, contacted Annuity Gator for their take on the subject which connected me with Joshua. After a few meetings, reading through his book things started to make sense. Joshua was straight forward answering any, all questions about the products available to me with great patience. We continued to meet for almost a year before coming up with a solution that fit my goals, decided to include my pension, 403B funds into two products to supplement Social Security at retirement. Joshua was on top of all the products available, ratings and felt my best interests were met. Joshua ran down all the numbers, options and went with guaranteed payments for life, a legacy option. Both FIAs together provided the shortfall I was looking for which included beneficiaries. Joshua was great to work with, would highly recommend his services.
I received great ,knowledgeable
I received great ,knowledgeable information from them.Helped me understand my current Annuity Policies
Outstanding
Outstanding Knowledgeable No hard sales Comprehensive Personable
Outstanding Service
Our experience working with Sean was so pleasant. All of our questions were address regarding the annuity which we were interested in. When we are ready to purchase another annuity, we will definitely be working with Sean.
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.
Annuity questions!
Annuity Gator Team is very precise in assisting you with your needs. They take time out and answer all of your question without feeling that you are being pressured. Thanks
Steve Prce is the best “financial
Steve Prce is the best “financial person” I have ever met. He puts forth much effort and is patient w/ a novice like me. Great to work with him.
The Best Decision I ever made.
I had been searching internet for information on annuities and working with two other advisors. When Annuity Gator contacted me, I knew almost immediately I was on to something. He listened to my circumstances, asked a lot of questions and even reviewed the other suggestions I received. He just knew what I needed, explained very thoughtfully and thoroughly. And I do not have a great deal to invest. But Annuity Gator’s Advisor knew just how to help me retire at 65 and provide for my disabled Son. I am so thankful to my Advisor and Annuity Gator! I never thought it was possible. Thoroughly professional and more helpful than anyone!! Great decision!
Assistance opening an annuity
I would like to thank Scott Stooksbury for his excellent service in helping me open an annuity account through the Annuity Gator website. He is thorough, thoughtful and patient. I highly recommend him.
the information was very informative.
the information was very informative.
Russ was great
Russ was great. Very knowledgeable and nice guy!
very friendly and honest
very friendly honest and gave great advice on what was the best option to take in a bear market
Barry is a great representative for
Barry is a great representative for your company. He is patient, knowledgeable, shows empathy and has been very professional.
Go Gators!
It was my motto in college. And coincidentally I can still confidently use it in describing my interaction with Annuiy Gator’s Barbara Halperin! I found her to be an amazing advisor encompassing many superlatives. Super knowledgeable. Highly professional. No high pressure tactics. Concerned and individualized attention.In comparison to other financial meetings and dealings, my interaction with Barbara is right up there at the top of the list. I’m deeply grateful for being able to call on such a valuable resource.
The person who called me was very
The person who called me was very helpful. He went over and beyond my expectation. He was very professional and kind!
Great job explaining the various
Great job explaining the various products and services in an agnostic format. I learned a lot about annuities and most of my confusion was mitigated. Thanks!
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.
Jason Siebert is the man period!
Jason Siebert is the man who you need when you consider retirement period! I m sure because I ve done my homework A year ago, when it became obvious to me that I would have to retire prematurely, I started my journey in search of retirement education and a financial advisor. I read many articles, I attended many retirement workshops, many webinars; I was meeting and conversing with many financial advisors local, throughout the country, in person, over the phone, virtually… My torment ended a couple months ago when I came across Jason Siebert with Annuity Gator. After he understood my financial needs, Jason revealed to me, using parallel comparisons, of what many brokers were offering, was without a doubt, not the best solution for my retirement goals. In just 2-3 virtual sessions with Jason, I learned more from him about annuities, retirement products, and my retirement options than I learned from others in a year. So, now I have the financial advisor. Thank you, Jason!
Very informative
Terri has a great deal of info on annuities to help with your decision to buy which type of annuity.Like he tells you he doesn’t guess, he takes hard information and drafts a plan for you.
I cannot say enough good things about
I cannot say enough good things about Terry. I was heavily invested in index annuities and Terry helped me roll everything over to fixed annunitys. It was perfect timing, seeing what is going in the stock market. His knowledge of annunitys put my mind at ease as we chose what to invest in going forward. Security was my number one concern so he helped us achieve that goal. I look forward to working with him again.
Satisfied Customer Listened well and put me in touch with
Listened well and put me in touch with a great advisor who was able to meet my needs.
Barbara Halperin, a trusted advisor !
Our experience with Barbara Halperin was 5 stars due to the professional presentations of the subject matter, the verbal explanations, and the detail of research on each potential annuity company.
Cassy was professional and
Cassy was professional and knowledgeable.
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.
Our advisor Jim Van Meter
Our advisor, Jim Van Meter, is awesome. No high pressure sales. Just common sense advise. He does his homework and gets back to you on a timely manner.
Joe who help me was very knowledgeable.
Joe who help me was very knowledgeable. He was able to answer all my questions. I didn’t make a purchase but when I am ready your company will be one of the first one I seek out.
James Ault is Excellent
James Ault, AnnuityGator Analyst, is a very honest and intelligent person who is very knowledgeable about investments, especially annuities. He is also very patient and takes the time to fully understand his customer and their goals. He also does an excellent job of explaining how the various annuities work and suggesting the best options for his customers.
David provided/explained the details
David provided/explained the details of my potential investment. He also kept our schedule promptly. Appreciate your help, David.
Great service
It is pleasure to work with Larry. It seems he knowledgeable and professional. He give multiple options and clear explanation about Output value you may expect
We couldn’t be more pleased!
Annuity Gator connected us with a real find, Sean Mason from Fresno Financial advisors. Sean is extremely knowledgeable, thoughtful and trustworthy, the exact type of professional we search for when it comes to consultants, from doctors to finance. Since we made contact with Sean via Annuity Gator a couple of months ago, we have established a wonderful working relationship with Sean and his great staff and completed several major transactions. We couldn’t be more pleased. Thank you, Annuity Gator.
Concise information
We are still in the informational phase. Third meeting is going go be more definitive. I am very positive I will be going with all recommendations.
Annuity Annual Performance
Barbara Halperin has been Exceptional revealing with my account.
I say that quickly as many things are
I say that quickly as many things are still in process. However, so far, explanations have been excellent as things are progressing as quickly paper/emails, with responses all take time
I had a less than good results with a
I had a less than good results with a major insurance company with my retirement funds. It wasn t all their fault due to the bond market going south. But it still cost me a lot of money. I reached out to Annuity Gator to see what they had to offer. I am as skeptical because of what I had heard about annuities in general. Barry Young took me by the hand and never tried to close the deal: He was steady and reassuring from day one. I would suggest to anyone to give Them the opportunity to explain how todays annuities actually work.
I have the understanding that the
I have the understanding that the appointment with your representative was for 30 minutes, not three and a half hours. Yes that’s correct, that appointment lasted nearly three and a half hours.
I learned a lot about Annuity
I learned a lot about Annuity. Very informative. Thanks
Best Agent Experience!
I was pleasantly surprised at my online experience which led to a very favorable call with my agent, Cal Menzies. He surpassed every expectation as far as his knowledge of the products I considered and recommended the best option for my needs. I never felt pressured and I am now set for the remainder of my retirement years. Highly recommend him! AG is fortunate to have someone like Cal to represent them!
Excellent annuity service
Excellent support and service. I would highly recommend to anyone that needs an annuity.
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.
I was delighted and very comfortable
I was delighted and very comfortable working with Barbara Halperin of Annuity Gator. I had no idea there were so many different annuities. Her years of experience and her knowledge were most helpful in explaining the difference between an annuity and what would be a tremendous lifelong annuity for me. I will be forever grateful to Barbara and Annuity Gator. Great people build great companies. Thanks, Barbara!
I’ve been working with James Ault
I’ve been working with James Ault. He has been GREAT! Answers all my questions. Follows up as needed. Timely, knowledgeable, and friendly. I look forward to continuing to work with him.
I was very happy with my experience
I was very happy with my experience with annuity gator, Mark the representative I worked with was patient and just let me work through the process and answered every question, and was always available via a phone call or email to answer any questions that I had, I might add that he was prompt with his responses, even after my purchase he still continues to respond in the same manner. Great job Mark I continue to be impressed.
Sean Sparkman, a true professional advisor
Sean Sparkman started with an education illustration on different types of annuity products. This overview gave me the confidence of choosing the best product for myself. Sean’s professional knowledge and listening skill were what I needed.
The Best Annuity Advisor
I m absolutely pleased to work with Cal Menzies, and had him as my Annuity Advisor. He was truly focused on my needs, he did an excellent follow up to make sure all was done properly and on time. He worked hard to find the best product for me and get my benefits when I needed it. He was very professional, showing that he cares about every aspect of her job and his clients. Thank you Cal for all your attention. It was a pleasure working with you. I sincerely thank you for the time we have worked together. We continue in contact! I would highly recommend Cal Menzies to anyone who is looking for Annuity investments.
Annuity Gator Rep. Barbara Halperin Superstar!
Ms. Barbara Halperin was personable, uncommonly professional, impressively knowledgeable, and an excellent communicator. It was my distinct pleasure connecting with her.
Excellent information
Excellent information, explained well and no pressure.
I was not sure and set uneasy to be Great advice, gave me a piece of mind.
After reading over the documents of my annuity, I felt as though I had made a horrible mistake. My mind was very uneasy and troubled questioning if I had made the right decision. After talking with a representative from Annuity Gator, the representative reassured me that even though the annuity that I invested in may not be the overall best annuity that it was a good annuity that will not allow me to lose any investments. The representative also went into detail and explained to me the pros and cons of my annuity. I received a thorough understanding which left me at ease with a clear mind. I would like to thank Annuity Gator for their honesty, professionalism, and great expertise.
If you are a novice invester or new to retirement – this is for you
I retired rather sudden in Jan 2024 with no planning or education of retirement finances other than you are not as agressive in retirement. I reached out to a number of people on the internet and this one guy- Sean Sparkman has been outstanding. I have been moving slowly because I have to know and understand the issues. He has shown great patience with me. We have talked weekly for most of 5 months and we have started working the plan.He has never hurryed me or tried to move me ahaed till I was ready. Most other folks gave me a call or two and if I was not ready to sign something, they moved on. He has helped educate me and answers my questionss and just does not tell me what I want to hear. I never belieced I would deal with someone over the internet instead of local, but here I am eating those words =that is how happy and satisfied I am with Sean. This is a top reccommendation to try and get with him. He will help you get to where you WANT to be and in YOUR timing. This guy is not looking for some quick sales commision and run. You will be very glad if you seek him out.