Speak to a 403(b) Annuity Broker to Setup, Review, or Rollover Your Plan

Shawn Plummer, CRPC

Retirement Planner, Financial Advisor, Annuity Broker, and Insurance Agent

Authorized with 403(b) annuity carriers. Specialists in current and legacy 403(b) annuity contracts.

This page is for people who already have—or are about to commit to—a 403(b) annuity and need clear, accurate help before making a decision.

Most visitors fall into one of three categories:

  • You’re ready to move forward with a 403(b) annuity and want it set up correctly
  • You’ve been presented with a contract and want a second opinion before signing
  • You already own a 403(b) annuity, often purchased years ago, and need help understanding or reviewing it

You Must Work With a Licensed Annuity Agent

A 403(b) annuity is an insurance contract governed by both state insurance law and IRS rules .
Any purchase, exchange, surrender, rider explanation, or contract review must be handled by a licensed annuity agent authorized by the carrier.

The Annuity Expert is licensed in all 50 states and appointed with 403(b) annuity carriers.
That authorization is required to properly explain your contract and assist with the next steps.

My National Producer Number (NPN): 15524738
Designation: CRPC® (Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor)

Call us now at 770-755-1565 or schedule a free consultation below

We Specialize in 403(b) Annuities—Including Older and In-Force Contracts

403(b) annuities are different from retail annuities and far more complex than most people realize.

We regularly help clients who:

  • Purchased a 403(b) annuity years ago through a school, hospital, or nonprofit
  • Were never fully shown how their annuity actually works
  • Are unsure which riders they have—or if they still apply
  • Have multiple contracts with different issue years under the same plan

We work with both current and legacy 403(b) annuity contracts and understand how older versions differ from newer ones.

A 403(b) is a type of tax-advantaged retirement plan. Learn how it compares to other Qualified Annuities like IRAs and 401(k)s

Why Issue Year and Rider Versions Matter in 403(b) Annuities

With 403(b) annuities, details matter more than product names.

  • Rider benefits change by issue year
  • Contracts with the same name can have different rules
  • Withdrawal provisions, guarantees, and limitations often depend on when the annuity was issued
  • Employer-based plan design can restrict what you can and cannot do

Applying today’s assumptions to a legacy 403(b) annuity often leads to costly mistakes.

Buying a New 403(b) Annuity

If you’re planning to start or fund a 403(b) annuity, we help ensure:

  • The contract is properly structured inside your employer’s plan
  • Rider selections match your actual intent—not defaults
  • You understand the limitations before the application is submitted

Once issued, these contracts are difficult to change. Getting it right upfront matters.

To see how your 403(b) balance can be turned into a guaranteed paycheck, compare Income Annuity options.

Reviewing an Existing 403(b) Annuity

If you already own a 403(b) annuity, we help by:

  • Explaining exactly what you own based on the contract itself
  • Confirming issue year, rider versions, and current restrictions
  • Clarifying what options are available—and what are not
  • Helping you make informed decisions before taking action

Most problems arise from acting without understanding the contract.

Speak With a Licensed Annuity Broker Before Making a Decision

Whether you’re buying, reviewing, or dealing with an older 403(b) annuity, clarity comes before action.

Contact The Annuity Expert to speak with a licensed annuity broker and get clear answers before you make a final decision.

No pressure. No assumptions. Just accurate, authorized guidance.

Shawn Plummer, CRPC

Retirement Planner, Financial Advisor, Annuity Broker, and Insurance Agent

I am a licensed Retirement Planner (CRPC), insurance agent, financial advisor, annuity broker, and former financial trainer with more than 18 years of hands-on experience in annuities and insurance. My National Producer Number (NPN) is 15524738. I spent 12 years training financial advisors nationwide on annuity, insurance, and retirement planning strategies, in addition to 18 years of direct field experience selling annuities and insurance products, helping clients protect their savings and secure reliable retirement income.

I have been quoted in Time Magazine, Bloomberg, Entrepreneur, Yahoo! Finance, MSN, SmartAsset, LegalZoom, U.S. News & World Report, Women’s Health Magazine, Forbes, and many other leading publications.

I am also the founder of The Annuity Expert, an independent online insurance agency and annuity broker serving consumers across the United States. Through this platform, my team and I help Americans remove the guesswork from retirement planning and compare insurance solutions to find the strongest value at the most competitive rates. I want to see you get the best products at the lowest prices.

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