*Annuities are long term products designed for retirement. Guarantees are backed by the claims paying ability of the issuing insurance company. Withdrawals may be subject to federal and/or state income taxes. An additional 10% penalty may apply if taken before age 59 1/2. A fixed annuity is a contract between you and an insurance company, that in exchange for your premium, offers a stream of guaranteed income payments. Index annuities are not a direct investment in the stock market. They provide the potential for interest to be credited based in part on the performance of a specified index, without the risk of loss of premium due to market downturns or fluctuations. Variable annuities are sold by prospectus only.