Swelling in the legs and ankles is caused by fluid accumulation in the body, which can be a sign of worsening heart failure. You may feel that your shoes are tighter than normal if swelling in this area is increasing.
How does an indexed annuity differ from a fixed annuity? An indexed annuity differs from a fixed annuity in that indexed annuity owners receive credited interest tied to the fluctuations of the linked index. Advertisement Upgrade to remove ads
Based on your description, you could either purchase a single premium immediate annuity with a cash refund option or a fixed index annuity with an income rider. If you're looking to start your monthly payments within a few months, the immediate annuity will pay you more income than the index annuity.