Symetra Prestige
Symetra Life Insurance Company
5%
Best Cap
7%
Free W/D
50
States
A single-premium fixed indexed annuity designed for long-term retirement savings that offers growth potential tied to market indexes while protecting your principal from market losses. The optional Signature Plus rider guarantees lifetime income for those age 50+.
Free Withdrawal
7%/yr
Available In
50 states
Min Premium
$25,000
Surrender
10 years
Current Rates & Strategies
| Index | Crediting | Cap | Participation | Fixed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SG Columbia Global Market States Index | 2-Year | -- | 190% | -- |
| SG Columbia Global Market States Index | Annual | -- | 130% | -- |
| S&P 500 Index | Annual | 5% | 100% | -- |
| Fixed Account | Daily | -- | -- | 3.25% |
Key Features
Indexed Growth Accounts
1-year or 2-year interest termsEarn interest based on performance of S&P 500 Index or SG Columbia Global Market States Index, credited via participation rates or capped returns
Fixed Account Option
Minimum guaranteed rate per contractOptional fixed-rate account earning a declared interest rate, reset annually
Principal Protection
0% downside on indexed accountsGuaranteed to get back your purchase payment plus any interest earned; never lose money due to market declines
Signature Plus Withdrawal Benefit
Available for ages 50+Optional rider providing guaranteed lifetime withdrawal income based on age and benefit base, payable regardless of contract value
Tax-Deferred Growth
Qualified and nonqualified optionsInterest compounds without annual tax liability until money is withdrawn
Penalty-Free Withdrawals
7% annual free withdrawalAfter year one, withdraw up to 7% of contract value annually without charges or market value adjustments
Withdrawal Charge Schedule
10-year surrender charge periodDeclining surrender charges over 10 years (9% year 1 down to 0% year 11+) if withdrawing more than penalty-free amount
Market Value Adjustment (MVA)
Based on Bloomberg Corporate Bond IndexPositive or negative adjustment applied to withdrawals during charge period based on interest rate changes; doesn't apply after year 10
Account Flexibility
Reallocation at interest term endTransfer funds between indexed and fixed accounts at the end of each 1- or 2-year interest term
Special Waivers
Available in most statesNursing home/hospitalization waiver and terminal illness waiver eliminate surrender charges under qualifying conditions
Annuitization Option
Available before age 96Convert contract to guaranteed income stream over a set period or for lifetime after year 1
Death Benefit
Full remaining balance paid to heirsBeneficiaries receive the greater of contract value or cash surrender value
Minimum Purchase
$25,000Starting amount required to open a contract
Free-Look Period
30-day free-look periodCancel contract within 30 days of receipt for full refund, no questions asked
Highlights
Growth potential linked to market indexes (S&P 500 and SG Columbia Global Market States Index) with no direct market risk
Optional guaranteed lifetime income rider (Signature Plus) provides retirement income you can't outlive
Principal protection—your money never declines due to market downturns, plus tax-deferred growth
Performance-based fee waiver on withdrawal benefit charges, potentially leaving more for beneficiaries
Flexible access with 7% annual penalty-free withdrawals after year one
Surrender Schedule
Yr 1
9%
Yr 2
9%
Yr 3
8%
Yr 4
7%
Yr 5
6%
Yr 6
5%
Yr 7
4%
Yr 8
3%
Yr 9
2%
Yr 10
1%
After
0%
Nursing home waiver, Terminal illness waiver
Best For
Individuals age 50+ approaching or in retirement who want tax-deferred growth with downside protection and are willing to commit funds long-term for guaranteed lifetime income.
Consider Alternatives If
Those needing immediate access to all their funds, investors seeking direct market participation, or people unable to commit capital for the long term or who may need funds within the first 10 years.
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