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Deferred Income Annuities

Lock in future income today. Starts in 5-20 years when you need it most.

Pure longevity insurance • Higher payouts than SPIAs • Tax-efficient

How DIAs Work: Your Income Journey

Today
Age 55
$250,000
One-time payment
Deferral Period
10 years
No payments yet
Income Starts
Age 65
$2,450/mo
Forever
50% Higher Payout than if you bought the same income starting today

⏰ Calculate Your Future Income

Your Guaranteed Future Income

Male, age 55 → Starting at 65 (10-year deferral) • Single Life

💡 DIA vs Immediate Annuity (Same $250K Investment)

If You Start Today
$1,687
per month starting now
VS
With 10-Year Deferral
$2,450
per month starting at 65
45% Higher Monthly Income
By waiting 10 years, you get $763 more per month for life

Top Deferred Income Rates

New York Life
A++ AM Best Rating
$2,450
per month at age 65
Annual Income $29,400
Effective Rate 11.76%
Deferral Period 10 years
COLA Option Available
Live to 85: $588,000 total income
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MassMutual
A++ AM Best Rating
$2,420
per month at age 65
Annual Income $29,040
Effective Rate 11.62%
Deferral Period 10 years
COLA Option Available
Live to 85: $580,800 total income
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Northwestern Mutual
A++ AM Best Rating
$2,385
per month at age 65
Annual Income $28,620
Effective Rate 11.45%
Deferral Period 10 years
COLA Option Available
Live to 85: $572,400 total income
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Why Choose a Deferred Income Annuity?

The smart way to lock in future retirement income

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Higher Payouts

30-50% more monthly income than immediate annuities for the same investment

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Lock in Rates Today

Protect against future rate declines. Your rate is guaranteed regardless of future conditions

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Pure Longevity Insurance

Protects against outliving your money. The longer you live, the better your return

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Tax Efficient

Growth during deferral period is tax-free. Payments are partially tax-free via exclusion ratio

Flexible Start Date

Choose when income starts: 5, 10, 15, or 20 years from now. Align with your retirement plans

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COLA Options

Available with inflation protection. Choose 2-3% annual increases to maintain purchasing power

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Joint Life Available

Cover both spouses with joint life payout. Income continues until second death

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Death Benefit Options

Return of premium or cash refund options available to protect heirs if you die early

Who Should Consider DIAs?

The Early Retiree (Age 55)

Sarah retires at 55 with $1M saved. She won't claim Social Security until 70 to maximize benefits. She invests $200K in a DIA starting at age 70.

Result:
At 70, she gets $3,200/month from the DIA plus $4,500 from delayed Social Security = $7,700/month guaranteed for life

The Longevity Worrier (Age 60)

Mike is healthy and both parents lived to 95+. He's worried about outliving his $800K portfolio. He puts $150K in a DIA starting at age 75.

Result:
From 60-75, he lives on portfolio. At 75, DIA kicks in with $2,800/month. Reduces portfolio stress during critical later years

The Pension Gap (Age 50)

Lisa has a government pension starting at 62, but it won't be enough. She's 50 now. She invests $100K in a DIA starting at age 65.

Result:
At 65, she gets $1,850/month from DIA + pension. By deferring 15 years, she gets 70% more income than buying at 62

The Legacy Planner (Age 58)

Tom wants to leave his $1.2M portfolio to kids, but needs income protection. He buys a $250K DIA with return of premium starting at 68.

Result:
At 68, gets $2,650/month guaranteed. If he dies early, kids get remaining premium. Portfolio stays intact for inheritance

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Features

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New York Life
A++ AM Best
Monthly at 65
$2,450

Deferred Income Annuity

Deferral
10 Years
Effective Rate
11.76%
Minimum
$50,000
COLA
Yes
Return of Premium Joint Life Available
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MassMutual
A++ AM Best
Monthly at 65
$2,420

RetireEase Income DIA

Deferral
10 Years
Effective Rate
11.62%
Minimum
$50,000
COLA
Yes
Cash Refund
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Principal
A+ AM Best
Monthly at 70
$3,180

Deferred Guaranteed Income

Deferral
15 Years
Effective Rate
12.72%
Minimum
$25,000
COLA
Optional
Period Certain 20yr
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DIA vs Immediate Annuity: Which is Right?

Feature Deferred Income (DIA) Immediate (SPIA)
Income Starts 5-20 years from purchase Within 30 days
Monthly Payout (for $250K) $2,450 (10yr deferral) $1,687 (immediate)
Best For Future income planning (5+ years out) Need income NOW
Flexibility Before Income Some options to adjust N/A (already started)
Tax Treatment Tax-deferred growth Partially tax-free income
Common Ages 50-65 (planning ahead) 65+ (need income now)

💡 Pro Tip

Consider a "ladder" strategy: Buy a DIA now for income in 10 years, then buy another SPIA at that time. This gives you flexibility while locking in today's rates for the future.