Guaranteed
Your interest rate is fixed for the guarantee period and won’t change with economic volatility.
Guaranteed Growth Plus the Opportunity for More
As you prepare for retirement and a secure future, you may be considering the stability of a guaranteed return annuity. You also know from experience that the stock market can be a great way to grow assets. Ups and downs are to be expected but you may feel uncertain about the economic landscape overall.
So how can you participate in some of the ups with less concern about the downs?
American Fusion is a simple & powerful way to accomplish both objectives.
How does American Fusion work?
When you enter into a contract with American Life & Security Corp. (American Life), your initial premium has the opportunity to grow in two different ways. First, your initial premium will grow at a fixed, competitive interest rate for 5 years. This provides you with safe, predictable returns. This rate is locked in for the duration of the initial 5-year guarantee period and the interest grows tax-deferred.
Additionally, if the S&P 500 Index meets a defined performance threshold at the end of the contract term you will also earn a Bonus Interest Credit. This interest is credited to the accumulated value at the end of the contract term. In order to be eligible for the Bonus Interest Credit, no withdrawals may be taken from the contract except RMDs starting in year 2.
Consider a hypothetical situation where the guaranteed rate is 5.00%, index performance threshold is 25% and the bonus interest credit is 9%.
If the S&P 500 Index is up 25% or more at the end of the 5-year period, you are credited an additional 9% on your accumulated value which gives you a 6.83% annualized effective yield*.
If the S&P 500 Index returns less than 25% at the end of the the 5-year period, you receive the guaranteed fixed rate but you will not receive the bonus interest credit. You always receive the guaranteed interest rate, regardless of index performance.
*Annualized Effective Yield includes the Bonus Interest Credit, which is awarded at the end of the Guarantee Period if the S&P 500 Index reaches the 5-Year Index Performance Threshold at the end of the contract term and no withdrawals are taken other than RMDs. Annualized Effective Yield is not guaranteed.
Rates are as of 02/21/24 and are subject to change.
Additionally, if the S&P 500 Index meets a defined performance threshold at the end of the contract term you will also earn a Bonus Interest Credit. This interest is credited to the accumulated value at the end of the contract term. In order to be eligible for the Bonus Interest Credit, no withdrawals may be taken from the contract except RMDs starting in year 2.
Consider a hypothetical situation where the guaranteed rate is 5.00%, index performance threshold is 25% and the bonus interest credit is 9%.
If the S&P 500 Index is up 25% or more at the end of the 5-year period, you are credited an additional 9% on your accumulated value which gives you a 6.83% annualized effective yield*.
If the S&P 500 Index returns less than 25% at the end of the the 5-year period, you receive the guaranteed fixed rate but you will not receive the bonus interest credit. You always receive the guaranteed interest rate, regardless of index performance.
*Annualized Effective Yield includes the Bonus Interest Credit, which is awarded at the end of the Guarantee Period if the S&P 500 Index reaches the 5-Year Index Performance Threshold at the end of the contract term and no withdrawals are taken other than RMDs. Annualized Effective Yield is not guaranteed.
Rates are as of 02/21/24 and are subject to change.
The options and flexibility you deserve:
Penalty-Free Withdrawals: You may withdraw your IRS-mandated Required Minimum Distribution starting in the second contract year without a penalty.* Any withdrawals except RMDs starting in year 2 will make the contract ineligible for the Bonus Interest Credit.
The Guaranteed Death Benefit pays the full account value without surrender charges or MVA to the beneficiary(ies) in the event of a policyholder’s death.
We also offer Spousal Continuation in the event that the policyholder dies and has a spouse as primary beneficiary. The contract then will continue for the remainder of the guarantee period.
At the end of the guarantee period**, you can choose to either withdraw the full value of the contract or roll your account into another term or new product.
Refer to the product rate sheet for more information about withdrawals, RMDs, and the Bonus interest credit rider.
*Not available until beginning of second contract year. Withdrawals of interest prior to age 59 1 ⁄2 may be subject to a 10% Federal income tax penalty. Withdrawals in excess of the 10% free withdrawal may be subject to contract surrender charges (see contract for details).
**There is a 30-day window at the end of the guarantee period where the contract owner must initiate a transfer or withdrawal of the assets without incurring a penalty. The contract will automatically renew at the same term with a 5% surrender schedule for each contract year at a renewal rate to be set at that time.
The Guaranteed Death Benefit pays the full account value without surrender charges or MVA to the beneficiary(ies) in the event of a policyholder’s death.
We also offer Spousal Continuation in the event that the policyholder dies and has a spouse as primary beneficiary. The contract then will continue for the remainder of the guarantee period.
At the end of the guarantee period**, you can choose to either withdraw the full value of the contract or roll your account into another term or new product.
Refer to the product rate sheet for more information about withdrawals, RMDs, and the Bonus interest credit rider.
*Not available until beginning of second contract year. Withdrawals of interest prior to age 59 1 ⁄2 may be subject to a 10% Federal income tax penalty. Withdrawals in excess of the 10% free withdrawal may be subject to contract surrender charges (see contract for details).
**There is a 30-day window at the end of the guarantee period where the contract owner must initiate a transfer or withdrawal of the assets without incurring a penalty. The contract will automatically renew at the same term with a 5% surrender schedule for each contract year at a renewal rate to be set at that time.
What makes us different?
American Fusion MYGIA offers both a five-year rate guarantee, AND the opportunity for a bonus at the end of five years if the S&P 500 Index reaches a defined performance threshold at the end of the term.
Guaranteed growth PLUS the opportunity for more. American Fusion MYGIA makes it simple.
Guaranteed growth PLUS the opportunity for more. American Fusion MYGIA makes it simple.
Benefits of American Fusion MYGIA
Predictable
You know exactly how much interest you will receive with the guaranteed fixed rate.
Opportunity
You will receive an additional credit if the S&P 500 Index return hits a defined threshold at the end of the contract term.
Tax-Deferred
Your money can grow at its full potential since you don’t pay income taxes until you make a withdrawal.
Secure
American Life is secure and highly rated (A.M. Best B++).
Guaranteed Death Benefit
If you were to die during the policy term, the account value is paid to your beneficiary(ies) with no surrender charges or MVA.
View Product Disclaimers 
American Fusion Multi-Year Guaranteed Index Annuity is issued by American Life & Security Corp, Lincoln NE; issued on form ICC18-MYGA 001 08/18, MYGA 001 08/18, MYGA 001 FL 08/18, ICC18-MYGALR 001 08/18, MYGALR 001 08/18, MYGALR 001 FL 08/18, ICC18-MYGADBR 001 08/18, MYGADBR 001 0//18, BIC 002 03/23, BIC 002 FL 03/23, BIC 002 KS 03/23, BIC-SCH 001 12/22 and BIC-SCH 001 KS 12/22 (riders/endorsements).
Insurance products are issued by American Life & Security Corp. and are not offered in all states. The product features may vary by state.
Guarantees are based on the claims paying ability of American Life & Security Corp. Withdrawals of taxable amounts are subject to income tax and may be subject to a market value adjustment, and if taken prior to age 591 ⁄2, a 10% IRS penalty may also apply. Withdrawals, which may be subject to surrender charges and a market value adjustment, have the effect of reducing benefits and values. Withdrawals in excess of the RMD (only available starting in year 2) will make the contract ineligible for the Bonus Interest Credit at the end of the contract term.
For Owners who are taking Required Minimum Distributions from IRAs, the annual RMD for the current year should be taken prior to qualified funds transfer to American Life. Any RMD in Year 1 is subject to surrender charge and MVA.
Investment in an annuity with qualified funds or in an IRA does not provide any additional tax benefits as the account is already tax deferred. There are no additional tax deferral benefits available for these assets and therefore an annuity should only be purchased to take advantage of the product’s other features, such as lifetime income and death benefits.
This material is intended to provide an overview of American Life’s Fusion MYGIA product and is not considered tax advice. You should consult with a tax advisor or legal counsel for advice specific to your personal financial situation. There are no additional tax deferral benefits for contracts held in IRAs as they are already a tax deferred account.
Not guaranteed by any bank or credit union – may lose value – not a deposit – not insured by any federal government agency.
The S&P 500® is a product of S&P Dow Jones Indices LLC or its affiliates (“SPDJI”) and has been licensed for use by Midwest Holding, parent company of American Life & Security Corp. (“American Life”). S&P®, S&P 500®, US 500, The 500, iBoxx®, iTraxx® and CDX® are trademarks of S&P Global, Inc. or its affiliates (“S&P”); Dow Jones® is a registered trademark of Dow Jones Trademark Holdings LLC (“Dow Jones”); It is not possible to invest directly in an index. American Fusion Multi Year
Guaranteed Index Annuity (“American Fusion”) is not sponsored, endorsed, sold or promoted by SPDJI, Dow Jones, S&P, any of their respective affiliates (collectively, “S&P Dow Jones Indices”). S&P Dow Jones Indices does not make any representation or warranty, express or implied, to the owners of the American Fusion or any member of the public regarding the advisability of investing in securities generally or in American Fusion particularly or the ability of the S&P 500® to track general market performance. Past performance of an index is not an indication or guarantee of future results. S&P Dow Jones Indices’ only relationship to American Life with respect to the S&P 500® is the licensing of the Index and certain trademarks, service marks and/or trade names of S&P Dow Jones Indices and/or its licensors. The S&P 500® is determined, composed and calculated by S&P Dow Jones Indices without regard to American Life or the American Fusion. S&P Dow Jones Indices have no obligation to take the needs of American Life or the owners of American Fusion into consideration in determining, composing or calculating the S&P 500®. S&P Dow Jones Indices have no obligation or liability in connection with the administration, marketing or trading of American Fusion. There is no assurance that investment products based on the S&P 500® will accurately track index performance or provide positive investment returns. S&P Dow Jones Indices LLC is not an investment adviser, commodity trading advisory, commodity pool operator, broker dealer, fiduciary, promoter” (as defined in the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended), “expert” as enumerated within 15 U.S.C. § 77k(a) or tax advisor. Inclusion of a security, commodity, crypto currency or other asset within an index is not a recommendation by S&P Dow Jones Indices to buy, sell, or hold such security, commodity, crypto currency or other asset, nor is it considered to be investment advice or commodity trading advice.
NEITHER S&P DOW JONES INDICES NOR THIRD PARTY LICENSOR GUARANTEES THE ADEQUACY, ACCURACY, TIMELINESS AND/OR THE COMPLETENESS OF THE S&P 500® OR ANY DATA RELATED THERETO OR ANY COMMUNICATION, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ORAL OR WRITTEN COMMUNICATION (INCLUDING ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS) WITH RESPECT THERETO. S&P DOW JONES INDICES SHALL NOT BE SUBJECT TO ANY DAMAGES OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS, OMISSIONS, OR DELAYS THEREIN. S&P DOW JONES INDICES MAKE NO EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, AND EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR USE OR AS TO RESULTS TO BE OBTAINED BY AMERICAN LIFE. OWNERS OF THE AMERICAN FUSION OR ANY OTHER PERSON OR ENTITY FROM THE USE OF THE S&P 500® OR WITH RESPECT TO ANY DATA RELATED THERETO. WITHOUT LIMITING ANY OF THE FOREGOING, IN NO EVENT WHATSOEVER SHALL S&P DOW JONES INDICES BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, PUNITIVE, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, LOSS OF PROFITS, TRADING LOSSES, LOST TIME OR GOODWILL, EVEN IF THEY HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBLITY OF SUCH DAMAGES, WHETHER IN CONTRACT, TORT, STRICT LIABILITY, OR OTHERWISE. S&P DOW JONES INDICES HAS NOT REVIEWED, PREPARED AND/OR CERTIFIED ANY PORTION OF, NOT DOES S&P DOW JONES INDIES HAVE ANY CONTROL OVER, THE LICENSEE PRODUCT REGISTRATION STATEMENT, PROSPECTUS OR OTHER OFFERING MATERIALS. THERE ARE NO THIRD-PARTY BENEFICIARIES OF ANY AGREEMENTS OR ARRANGEMENTS BETWEEN S&P DOW JONES INDICES AND AMERICAN LIFE OTHER THAN THE LICENSORS OF S&P DOW JONES INDICES.
Insurance products are issued by American Life & Security Corp. and are not offered in all states. The product features may vary by state.
Guarantees are based on the claims paying ability of American Life & Security Corp. Withdrawals of taxable amounts are subject to income tax and may be subject to a market value adjustment, and if taken prior to age 591 ⁄2, a 10% IRS penalty may also apply. Withdrawals, which may be subject to surrender charges and a market value adjustment, have the effect of reducing benefits and values. Withdrawals in excess of the RMD (only available starting in year 2) will make the contract ineligible for the Bonus Interest Credit at the end of the contract term.
For Owners who are taking Required Minimum Distributions from IRAs, the annual RMD for the current year should be taken prior to qualified funds transfer to American Life. Any RMD in Year 1 is subject to surrender charge and MVA.
Investment in an annuity with qualified funds or in an IRA does not provide any additional tax benefits as the account is already tax deferred. There are no additional tax deferral benefits available for these assets and therefore an annuity should only be purchased to take advantage of the product’s other features, such as lifetime income and death benefits.
This material is intended to provide an overview of American Life’s Fusion MYGIA product and is not considered tax advice. You should consult with a tax advisor or legal counsel for advice specific to your personal financial situation. There are no additional tax deferral benefits for contracts held in IRAs as they are already a tax deferred account.
Not guaranteed by any bank or credit union – may lose value – not a deposit – not insured by any federal government agency.
The S&P 500® is a product of S&P Dow Jones Indices LLC or its affiliates (“SPDJI”) and has been licensed for use by Midwest Holding, parent company of American Life & Security Corp. (“American Life”). S&P®, S&P 500®, US 500, The 500, iBoxx®, iTraxx® and CDX® are trademarks of S&P Global, Inc. or its affiliates (“S&P”); Dow Jones® is a registered trademark of Dow Jones Trademark Holdings LLC (“Dow Jones”); It is not possible to invest directly in an index. American Fusion Multi Year
Guaranteed Index Annuity (“American Fusion”) is not sponsored, endorsed, sold or promoted by SPDJI, Dow Jones, S&P, any of their respective affiliates (collectively, “S&P Dow Jones Indices”). S&P Dow Jones Indices does not make any representation or warranty, express or implied, to the owners of the American Fusion or any member of the public regarding the advisability of investing in securities generally or in American Fusion particularly or the ability of the S&P 500® to track general market performance. Past performance of an index is not an indication or guarantee of future results. S&P Dow Jones Indices’ only relationship to American Life with respect to the S&P 500® is the licensing of the Index and certain trademarks, service marks and/or trade names of S&P Dow Jones Indices and/or its licensors. The S&P 500® is determined, composed and calculated by S&P Dow Jones Indices without regard to American Life or the American Fusion. S&P Dow Jones Indices have no obligation to take the needs of American Life or the owners of American Fusion into consideration in determining, composing or calculating the S&P 500®. S&P Dow Jones Indices have no obligation or liability in connection with the administration, marketing or trading of American Fusion. There is no assurance that investment products based on the S&P 500® will accurately track index performance or provide positive investment returns. S&P Dow Jones Indices LLC is not an investment adviser, commodity trading advisory, commodity pool operator, broker dealer, fiduciary, promoter” (as defined in the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended), “expert” as enumerated within 15 U.S.C. § 77k(a) or tax advisor. Inclusion of a security, commodity, crypto currency or other asset within an index is not a recommendation by S&P Dow Jones Indices to buy, sell, or hold such security, commodity, crypto currency or other asset, nor is it considered to be investment advice or commodity trading advice.
NEITHER S&P DOW JONES INDICES NOR THIRD PARTY LICENSOR GUARANTEES THE ADEQUACY, ACCURACY, TIMELINESS AND/OR THE COMPLETENESS OF THE S&P 500® OR ANY DATA RELATED THERETO OR ANY COMMUNICATION, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ORAL OR WRITTEN COMMUNICATION (INCLUDING ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS) WITH RESPECT THERETO. S&P DOW JONES INDICES SHALL NOT BE SUBJECT TO ANY DAMAGES OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS, OMISSIONS, OR DELAYS THEREIN. S&P DOW JONES INDICES MAKE NO EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, AND EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR USE OR AS TO RESULTS TO BE OBTAINED BY AMERICAN LIFE. OWNERS OF THE AMERICAN FUSION OR ANY OTHER PERSON OR ENTITY FROM THE USE OF THE S&P 500® OR WITH RESPECT TO ANY DATA RELATED THERETO. WITHOUT LIMITING ANY OF THE FOREGOING, IN NO EVENT WHATSOEVER SHALL S&P DOW JONES INDICES BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, PUNITIVE, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, LOSS OF PROFITS, TRADING LOSSES, LOST TIME OR GOODWILL, EVEN IF THEY HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBLITY OF SUCH DAMAGES, WHETHER IN CONTRACT, TORT, STRICT LIABILITY, OR OTHERWISE. S&P DOW JONES INDICES HAS NOT REVIEWED, PREPARED AND/OR CERTIFIED ANY PORTION OF, NOT DOES S&P DOW JONES INDIES HAVE ANY CONTROL OVER, THE LICENSEE PRODUCT REGISTRATION STATEMENT, PROSPECTUS OR OTHER OFFERING MATERIALS. THERE ARE NO THIRD-PARTY BENEFICIARIES OF ANY AGREEMENTS OR ARRANGEMENTS BETWEEN S&P DOW JONES INDICES AND AMERICAN LIFE OTHER THAN THE LICENSORS OF S&P DOW JONES INDICES.