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Tax Season and Life Insurance: 5 Deductions Fort Worth Families Miss
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Tax Season and Life Insurance: 5 Deductions Fort Worth Families Miss

Every April, I sit across from Fort Worth families who leave thousands of dollars on the table. They file their taxes, get a modest refund, and assume they claimed everything. But when I review their life insurance tax deductions, the reaction is almost always the same: “I had no idea I could do that.” In \[…\]

April 17, 2026 · 7 min readRead More
MYGA vs CD in 2026: Why Fort Worth Retirees Are Making the Switch
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MYGA vs CD in 2026: Why Fort Worth Retirees Are Making the Switch

If you are comparing a MYGA vs CD in 2026, the numbers tell a clear story. Multi-Year Guaranteed Annuities are paying 6.30% while bank CDs sit at 4.15%, as of April 2026. That 2.15% spread means a $100,000 deposit earns you $6,300 per year in a MYGA versus $4,150 in a CD. Over five years, \[…\]

April 10, 2026 · 7 min readRead More

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What Is an IUL? 7 Things Professionals Should Know in 2026
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What Is an IUL? 7 Things Professionals Should Know in 2026

If you have ever asked “what is indexed universal life insurance?” you are not alone. You max out your 401k every year. You might even fund a Roth IRA. But if someone asked whether your retirement plan is truly diversified, what would you say? In This Article 1. What Is Indexed Universal Life Insurance at \[…\]

April 9, 2026 · 7 min readRead More
Fixed Annuity Rates in Texas 2026: Top MYGA Rates Up to 6.50%
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Fixed Annuity Rates in Texas 2026: Top MYGA Rates Up to 6.50%

Fixed annuity rates in Texas for 2026 are at levels not seen in over a decade. If you are a Texas retiree or pre-retiree looking for guaranteed growth without market risk, right now may be one of the best windows to lock in a competitive rate. Multi-year guaranteed annuities (MYGAs) from multiple A-rated carriers are \[…\]

April 9, 2026 · 7 min readRead More

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