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.
An FIA is a fixed annuity that, according to the Insured Retirement Instituteâs report, credits a minimum guaranteed rate of interest over a fixed number of years, plus additional interest that may be credited based on the percentage change in the value of a broad market index.
Annuities are intended to be long-term investments, and the rules regarding withdrawals differ by annuity type. In an immediate annuity, payments begin shortly after the initial investment is made. In a deferred annuity, making early withdrawals before retirement age can result in taxes and penalties.