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Athene BCA 8 2.0 FER MAX with BALIR (NV Only)
The Athene BCA 8 2.0 FER MAX with BALIR is a secure choice for retirees. It offers you predictable income, and the BALIR feature is a safeguard against market volatility. You'll know exactly what you're getting, and when!
With its impressive financial strength, Athene makes planning for the future less stressful. The BCA 8 2.0 FER MAX truly puts your needs first, offering you peace of mind and reliable income in your golden years.
Athene BCA 8 2.0 FER MAX with BALIR (NV Only)
About Product
Annual Strategy Charge
Annual Strategy Charges are calculated annually and deducted monthly from the Accumulation Value. The current declared Initial Annual Strategy Charge Rate is guaranteed for the first term only. Athene will declare a new Annual Strategy Charge Rate for each renewal term not to exceed 2.00% (1.80% in some states).
Allocation Accounts
| Name | Type | Rates |
|---|---|---|
| 2-Year Shiller Barclays Global PTP Participation Rate |
Point to Point
Biennial
|
165%
Participation
|
| 2-Year Merrill Lynch RPM PTP Participation Rate |
Point to Point
Biennial
|
175%
Participation
|
| 2-Year Merrill Lynch RPM PTP Participation Rate |
Point to Point
Biennial
|
220%
Participation
|
| 2-Year WisdomTree Siegel Strategic Value PTP Participation Rate |
Point to Point
Biennial
|
155%
Participation
|
| 2-Year WisdomTree Siegel Strategic Value PTP Participation Rate |
Point to Point
Biennial
|
205%
Participation
|
| 2-Year S&P 500 PTP Participation Rate |
Point to Point
Biennial
|
51%
Participation
|
| 2-Year S&P 500 PTP Participation Rate |
Point to Point
Biennial
|
65%
Participation
|
| 2-Year Shiller Barclays Global PTP Participation Rate |
Point to Point
Biennial
|
210%
Participation
|
| 2-Year Citi Grandmaster PTP Participation Rate |
Point to Point
Biennial
|
300%
Participation
|
| 2-Year Citi Grandmaster PTP Participation Rate |
Point to Point
Biennial
|
235%
Participation
|
| 2-Year Shiller Barclays CAPE Allocator 6 PTP Participation Rate |
Point to Point
Biennial
|
215%
Participation
|
| 2-Year Shiller Barclays CAPE Allocator 6 PTP Participation Rate |
Point to Point
Biennial
|
170%
Participation
|
Surrender schedule
| Year | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | 10% | 9% | 8% | 7% | 6% | 5% | 4% | 3% |
Riders
| Name | Inbuilt | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| BCA 2.0 FER Max Death Benefit | Yes | 0.85% annually |
| BCA 8 2.0 SGO Max w/FER | No | 1.00% annually (1.40% max) |
| BCA 8 2.0 Flex Growth w/FER | No | 1.00% annually |
| BCA 2.0 FER Max Death Benefit with BALIR | Yes | 0.85% annually |
Waivers
Terminal Illness
After the first contract anniversary, you can withdraw up to 100% of your annuity's value if you, as the Owner, are diagnosed with a Terminal Illness or an illness or serious injury necessitates a stay of 60 consecutive days or more at a Qualified Care Facility. If the Owner is a non-natural entity, then the Confinement and Terminal Illness Waivers will be triggered based on the annuitant. Any applicable Withdrawal Charges, MVA or Premium Bonus Vesting Adjustments will be waived.
Confinement
After the first contract anniversary, you can withdraw up to 100% of your annuity's value if you, as the Owner, are diagnosed with a Terminal Illness or an illness or serious injury necessitates a stay of 60 consecutive days or more at a Qualified Care Facility. If the Owner is a non-natural entity, then the Confinement and Terminal Illness Waivers will be triggered based on the annuitant. Any applicable Withdrawal Charges, MVA or Premium Bonus Vesting Adjustments will be waived.
Withdrawal Provisions
Free WithdrawalsThe Free Withdrawal amount is 5% of the Accumulation Value in the first year and 10% of the Accumulation Value for all remaining years. Withdrawals in excess of the Free Withdrawal amount will not receive gains to-date and will be subject to any applicable Withdrawal Charges, Premium Bonus Vesting Adjustments and Market Value Adjustments (MVAs). Gains to-date are not credited on Lifetime Income Withdrawals or to withdrawals in excess of the Free Withdrawal amount.
- A.M. Best A+
- Fitch A+
- S&P A+
- Moody's A1
- Comdex 89
