MarketValue Index
The MarketValue Index annuity is a fantastic way to invest for your future. This product allows your money to grow uninterrupted by taxes, and your earnings are locked-in to prevent any market downturn. The peace of mind it provides is priceless!
Best of all, it offers a steady source of income during your golden years. Whether you're already retired or planning for it, the MarketValue Index annuity is a steadfast friend for your financial journey.
MarketValue Index
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About Product
The Market Value Index is a Flexible Premium Deferred Annuity Contract with fixed and indexed interest accounts is issued by EquiTrust Life Insurance Company. This contract is intended for retirement funding or other long-term accumulation needs. Substantial contract-imposed penalties may apply to full and partial withdrawals in the first 10 years.
Rate Buy-Up
A higher rate is offered in exchange for a 1.00% annual fee.
Allocation Accounts
| Name | Type | Rates |
|---|---|---|
| 1-Year Fixed Account |
Fixed
|
5.4%
Fixed
|
| 1-Year S&P 500 PTP Monthly Average Cap |
Point to Point
Annual
Monthly average
|
11%
Cap
|
| 1-Year S&P 500 PTP Monthly Average Participation Rate |
Point to Point
Annual
Monthly average
|
110%
Participation
|
| 1-Year S&P 500 PTP Monthly Sum Cap |
Point to Point
Annual
Monthly sum
|
3.25%
Cap
|
| 1-Year S&P 500 PTP Cap |
Point to Point
Annual
|
10.5%
Cap
|
| 1-Year S&P 500 PTP Participation Rate |
Point to Point
Annual
|
45%
Participation
|
| 2-Year S&P 500 PTP Monthly Average Cap |
Point to Point
Biennial
Monthly average
|
18%
Cap
|
| 1-Year Barclays Focus50 PTP Participation Rate |
Point to Point
Annual
|
190%
Participation
|
| 1-Year S&P MARC 5% ER PTP Participation Rate |
Point to Point
Annual
|
225%
Participation
|
| 2-Year Barclays Focus50 PTP Participation Rate |
Point to Point
Biennial
|
215%
Participation
|
| 1-Year S&P 500 Dynamic Intraday TCA PTP Participation Rate |
Point to Point
Annual
|
85%
Participation
|
| 1-Year S&P 500 Performance Trigger |
Performance Triggered
Annual
|
8%
Performance triggered
|
| 1-Year S&P 500 PTP Cap with Buy-Up |
Point to Point
Annual
|
13%
Cap
|
| 1-Year S&P 500 PTP Participation Rate with Buy-Up |
Point to Point
Annual
|
70%
Participation
|
| 2-Year S&P 500 Dynamic Intraday TCA PTP Participation Rate |
Point to Point
Biennial
|
115%
Participation
|
Surrender schedule
| Year | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | 12% | 12% | 12% | 12% | 11% | 10% | 8% | 6% | 4% | 2% |
Hypothetical Projection
Riders
| Name | Inbuilt | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Market Value Income Rider | No | 0.95% annually (0.95% max) |
Waivers
Nursing Home
Available for applicant ages 0-80 at no charge. After the first contract year, access up to 100% of the Accumulation Value in the event of nursing home confinement of owner for 90 consecutive days.
Terminal Illness
Available for all applicant ages at no charge. Access up to 75% of the Accumulation Value in the event of the owner’s terminal illness. Features may vary by state.
RMD
The product includes Penalty-Free Withdrawal Provisions for RMD.
Premium Notes
Minimum Allocation of $2,000 in each account. Can select any combination of accounts subject to the minimum requirements. Indicate initial allocation above the Owner’s signature section of the Disclosure Form. The initial premium allocation must be completed to issue the contract. Must be whole percentages. The applicant may authorize to hold an issue in the event of multiple premiums.
Additional Premium
Automatically added to the 1-Year Interest Account at the time of receipt. On each contract anniversary, automatically reallocated between accounts according to most recent allocation instructions. Subsequent Premium can be contributed multiple times in a year. Subsequent annual maximum premium after year 1: $250,000.
Withdrawal Provisions
Systematic Withdrawal Single withdrawals can be requested at any time but must be at least $250 per request. Systematic withdrawals are available monthly, quarterly, semiannually or annually, and must be taken EFT. Free Withdrawals By current company practices, systematic withdrawals of interest are allowed in the first year from the Fixed Rate Account without Surrender Charge or MVA. Interest withdrawals must be taken via electronic funds transfer (EFT). After the first contract year, up to 10% of the Accumulation Value on the previous contract anniversary may be withdrawn each contract year without Surrender Charge or MVA, either systematically or as a single withdrawal. Single withdrawals can be requested at any time but must be at least $250 per request. Systematic, withdrawals are available monthly, quarterly, semiannually or annually, and must be taken EFT.
- A.M. Best B++
- Fitch A-
- S&P A-
- Comdex 52