Vega 14
Silac Insurance Company
4.5%
Best Cap
5%
Free W/D
32
States
The SILAC Vega FIA Series is a comprehensive fixed indexed annuity designed for long-term retirement accumulation with automatic lifetime income guarantees, principal protection, and enhanced wealth transfer benefits. It's ideal for retirees and pre-retirees seeking guaranteed income they can't outlive, market growth potential, and legacy planning.
Free Withdrawal
5%/yr
Available In
32 states
Min Premium
$10,000
Surrender
14 years
Current Rates & Strategies
| Index | Crediting | Cap | Participation | Fixed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barclays Atlas 5 Index | Annual | -- | 105% | -- |
| Bloomberg Versa 10 Index | Annual | -- | 45% | -- |
| Nasdaq Generations 5 Index | Annual | -- | 100% | -- |
| S&P 500 Duo Swift Index (USD) ER | Annual | -- | 40% | -- |
| S&P 500 Index | Annual | 4.5% | 100% | -- |
| S&P 500 Index | Monthly | 1.75% | 100% | -- |
| S&P 500 RavenPack AI Index (USD) ER | Annual | -- | 110% | -- |
| Fixed Account | Daily | -- | -- | 2.25% |
Key Features
Dual Account Structure
Higher withdrawal amounts over timeAccount Value grows with interest credits and funds day-to-day withdrawals and death benefits. Benefit Value (separate) grows faster via benefit credits and funds lifetime withdrawal benefits.
Principal Protection
0% annual floorYour savings are 100% protected from market downturns. On indexed strategies, you earn 0% minimum annually, never negative returns.
Interest Credit Lock-in
Guaranteed growth preservationOnce interest credits are added to your account each term, they are locked in and cannot be lost to future market declines.
Three Withdrawal Options
Flexible income strategiesChoose Increasing Lifetime Withdrawals (grow with future credits), Level Lifetime Withdrawals (consistent fixed amount), or Accelerated Withdrawals (receive benefit value over a fixed period without lifetime guarantee).
Automatic Wellness Withdrawals
Protection when needed mostIf you cannot perform 2 of 6 Activities of Daily Living and have elected lifetime withdrawals, receive double your regular withdrawal amount for up to 5 years.
Crediting Strategy Options
Choice and diversificationAllocate funds among fixed interest (guaranteed rate) or indexed strategies (tied to external market indices). Rebalance annually.
Free Withdrawal Access
5% annual free accessAfter the first policy year, withdraw up to 5% of account value annually without charges. RMDs are always free withdrawals.
Health-Related Benefit Riders
Emergency access protectionNo-cost riders for nursing home care (100% withdrawal after 90 days), terminal illness (100% if life expectancy ≤12 months), and home health care (20% per year for 5 years).
Tax-Deferred Growth
Accelerated accumulationAll interest credits compound tax-deferred until you withdraw, allowing more of your savings to work for retirement.
Wealth Transfer & Probate Avoidance
Full account value to heirsBeneficiaries receive either the full account value as a lump sum or the entire benefit value paid over 5 years, bypassing probate.
Highlights
Two distinct accounts (Account Value and Benefit Value) that grow independently, maximizing both liquidity and retirement income
Automatically includes lifetime withdrawal benefits with no fee — choose increasing, level, or accelerated withdrawals
100% principal protection with 0% annual floor on indexed strategies, plus lock-in of interest credits each term
Enhanced death benefit and wealth transfer options allow beneficiaries to receive remaining balance as lump sum or over 5 years
Built-in wellness, nursing home, terminal illness, and home health benefits at no additional cost
Surrender Schedule
Yr 1
14.75%
Yr 2
13.75%
Yr 3
12.75%
Yr 4
11.75%
Yr 5
10.75%
Yr 6
10%
Yr 7
9%
Yr 8
8%
Yr 9
7%
Yr 10
6%
Yr 11
5%
Yr 12
4%
Yr 13
3%
Yr 14
2%
After
0%
Home health care rider, Nursing home waiver, RMD waiver, Terminal illness waiver
Best For
Pre-retirees and retirees seeking a long-term retirement vehicle that combines guaranteed lifetime income, principal protection, market growth potential, and enhanced wealth transfer without paying separate fees for income riders.
Consider Alternatives If
Investors needing immediate liquidity or short-term access to funds without penalty, as this is a long-term retirement product with surrender charges during the initial 7–14 year period.
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