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By Laura K. Lawless, About.com

Definition: life annuity

C'est une bonne idée de placer de l'argent en viager - It's a good idea to invest in an annuity.

Il a acheté une maison en viager - He bought a house in return for a life annuity (he bought it for a good price, but can't move in until the current owner dies - very common arrangement in France)

(adj) life, for life

à titre viager - for the duration of one's life

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