How To Buy Annuities Online? 
Buying annuities online usually just involves reviewing annuity prices and products and getting to the point where the actual purchase is made . Variable annuities are much more restrictive ; in this answer I am just addressing Fixed and Indexed Annuities . With non-variable products , the annuities can be compared , discussed and materials shared by phone , email , mail and fax . The most effective way is to have your agent share his/her computer screen with you , with both of you on the phone or webinar so that questions can be asked and answered right then and there . To actually buy the annuity , the agent most likely will arrange to meet you face to face to review the materials in person , collect the premium and obtain signatures in his/her presence . There are a handful of situations where the entire process may be done remotely . 