Whatever the specific details may be, the reason people sell annuity payments boils down to the fact they have an urgent need for cash. The lump sum that comes from selling annuity payments can help buy a new home, start a new business or pay for a child’s college tuition. Because of the deferral of taxes on annuities one has the option to sell some or all of his or her annuities to prevent being put in a higher tax bracket upon retirement.





