A strategy to generate investment income in today's environment.

Traditional income-producing strategies aren't built for current financial conditions—here's an approach that works [Logo: Zacks Investment Research] How to generate income and keep risk low in today's markets. Income-oriented investing used to be straightforward: For more current income, add more interest-bearing bonds to your portfolio. These days, it's not so simple. Even though the Fed has been raising interest rates over the past year, it's still arguably not enough. Other options aren’t much better: annuities are too expensive; high-yield bonds offer more attractive rates, but they are increasingly risky in an uncertain business environment. The list goes on. That's why we have developed a [free guide]( 1 to help investors develop an income-producing strategy designed for today's market. You’ll learn: - How dividend stocks can help reduce downside volatility - The importance of choosing the right corporate bonds and dividend stocks - The downsides of other income-producing options, such as annuities and closed-end funds (CEFs) - Plus more strategic ideas to help you generate income in retirement If you have $500,000 or more to invest, request this guide today. [Image of the guide.]( [Let's Set Up a Talk]( Ready to get serious about pursuing your financial goals? Call 1-800-701-9830 today, or schedule a time with a Zacks Wealth Advisor. [facebook]( [linkedin]( [twitter]( 1 Zacks Investment Management reserves the right to amend the terms or rescind the free Retirement’s Uphill Battle: Generating Income in a Low Interest Rate Environment offer at any time and for any reason at its discretion. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Inherent in any investment is the potential for loss. Zacks Investment Management, Inc. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Zacks Investment Research. Zacks Investment Management is an independent Registered Investment Advisory firm and acts as an investment manager for individuals and institutions. Zacks Investment Research is a provider of earnings data and other financial data to institutions and to individuals. This material is being provided for informational purposes only and nothing herein constitutes investment, legal, accounting, or tax advice, or a recommendation to buy, sell or hold a security. Do not act or rely upon the information and opinions given in this document without seeking the services of competent and professional investment, legal, tax, or accounting counsel. Publication and distribution of this document is not intended to create, and the information and opinions contained herein does not constitute, an attorney-client relationship. No recommendation or advice is being given as to whether any investment or strategy is suitable for a particular investor. It should not be assumed that any investments in securities, companies, sectors, or markets identified and described were or will be profitable. All information is current as of the date of herein and is subject to change without notice. Any views or opinions expressed may not reflect those of the firm as a whole. Any projections, targets, or estimates in this document are forward looking statements and are based on the firm’s research, analysis, and assumptions. Due to rapidly changing market conditions and the complexity of investment decisions, supplemental information and other sources may be required to make informed investment decisions based on your individual investment objectives and suitability specifications. All expressions of opinions are subject to change without notice. Recipients should seek financial advice regarding the appropriateness of investing in any security or investment strategy discussed in this document. Certain economic and market information contained herein has been obtained from published sources prepared by other parties. Zacks Investment Management does not assume any responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of such information. Further, no third party has assumed responsibility for independently verifying the information contained herein and accordingly no such persons make any representations with respect to the accuracy, completeness or reasonableness of the information provided herein. Unless otherwise indicated, market analysis and conclusions are based upon opinions or assumptions that Zacks Investment Management considers to be reasonable. Any investment inherently involves a high degree of risk, beyond any specific risks discussed herein. It is not possible to invest directly in an index. Investors pursuing a strategy similar to an index may experience higher or lower returns, which will be reduced by fees and expenses. [Privacy Policy]( | [Unsubscribe]( --------------------------------------------------------------- © Zacks Investment Management 227 West Monroe, Suite 4350 | Chicago, Illinois