Andrew is retiring. He has no pension but has capital of $500,000. He is considering the following options:
a. Purchase an annuity from a life insurance company that pays a level amount for life.
b. Purchase an annuity from a life insurance company that pays an increasing amount (3% each year) for life.
c. Purchase a 20-year annuity certain.
d. Invest the capital and live off the interest.
e. Invest the capital and draw $40,000 annually.
What are the advantages/disadvantages of each?