American Freedom Stars and Stripes 7
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Key Takeaways
- American Freedom Stars & Stripes 7 offers guaranteed income and protection from loss.
- Interest rate increases by 0.15% in years 2-5.
- 10% of the account value can be withdrawn without an early withdrawal charge after the first year.
- A market value adjustment applies for early contract surrender.
- Death benefits are paid directly to beneficiaries.
- Product is provided by MassMutual Ascend, AM Best rated 'A' for over 40 years.
Pros and Cons of American Freedom Stars and Stripes 7
Pros
- Increasing interest rate during initial term
- Option for penalty-free withdrawals
- Inheritance advantage bypassing probate process
- Tax deferred growth potential
Cons
- Market value adjustment during contract surrender
- Early withdrawal charges for first seven years
- Certain benefits may not be available in all states
- Liquidity restrictions and penalties for early withdrawal.
American Freedom Stars & Stripes 7 fixed annuity offers a base interest rate that increases 0.15% in years two through five. This product accepts single purchase payments.
For more information about submitting New Business applications, please contact the MassMutual Ascend sales desk directly at 1-888-504-7109 option 2
For more information about submitting New Business applications, please contact the MassMutual Ascend sales desk directly at 1-888-504-7109 option 2
Issue Ages
- Inherited non-qualified 0-75
- Non-qualified 0-88
- Inherited IRA 0-75
- Qualified 0-88
Purchase Payment
Minimum:
- $10,000
Maximum:
- $1 million for ages 0-85
- $500,000 for ages 86+
Free Withdrawal
After the first contract year, 10% of the account value as of the most recent contract anniversary may be withdrawn without an early withdrawal charge or market value adjustment.
During the first contract year, 10% of the purchase payment may be withdrawn without an early withdrawal charge or market value adjustment
Market value adjustment
A market value adjustment (MVA) will apply if you surrender your contract during the first seven years. The MVA is calculated by comparing the interest rate environment when you purchase your contract to the environment when you choose to surrender your contract. This can result in an increase to your surrender value during a period of decreasing rates, or a decrease to your surrender value during a period of increasing or steady rates. The MVA will also apply to withdrawals in excess of the 10% free-withdrawal allowance during the first seven contract years.
Market value adjustment
A market value adjustment (MVA) will apply if you surrender your contract during the first seven years. The MVA is calculated by comparing the interest rate environment when you purchase your contract to the environment when you choose to surrender your contract. This can result in an increase to your surrender value during a period of decreasing rates, or a decrease to your surrender value during a period of increasing or steady rates. The MVA will also apply to withdrawals in excess of the 10% free-withdrawal allowance during the first seven contract years.
MYGA Interest Rates
| Term |
Rate
Annual percentage yield (APY)
earned over the investment term |
|---|---|
| 7 years | 4.25% |