1 FlexChoice Access is referred to as the Guaranteed Lifetime Withdrawal Benefit (GLWB) in the prospectus and is available for an additional annual fee.
2 This election is only required if the account value reduces to zero. We use the terms “income” and “lifetime income” to refer to any allowable withdrawals under the FlexChoice Access rider, as well as any lifetime income payments you would receive under the rider if your account value reduces to zero.
3 The Joint Lifetime Guarantee Rate is only available for spouses. The spouse cannot be more than 10 years younger than the older owner as determined by the birthdays of the two individuals. If a contract is jointly owned, the Joint Lifetime Guarantee Rate is only available for the spouse of the older owner.
4 Investment involves risk, including possible loss of principal. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Diversification and strategic asset allocation do not guarantee a profit or protect against a loss in declining markets.
Withdrawals of taxable amounts are subject to ordinary income tax. Withdrawals made before age 59½ may also be subject to a 10% federal income tax penalty. Distributions of taxable amounts from a non-qualified annuity may also be subject to the 3.8% Net Investment Income Tax that is generally imposed on interest, dividends, and annuity income if the modified adjusted gross income exceeds the applicable threshold amount. Withdrawals will reduce the death benefit and account value. Withdrawals may be subject to withdrawal charges.
Any discussion of taxes is for general informational purposes only, does not purport to be complete or cover every situation, and should not be construed as legal, tax, or accounting advice. Clients should confer with their qualified legal, tax, and accounting professionals as appropriate.
All guarantees, including any optional benefits, are subject to the claims-paying ability and financial strength of the issuing insurance company. Each issuing insurance company is solely responsible for its own financial condition and contractual obligations.
Variable annuities are issued by, and product guarantees are solely the responsibility of, Brighthouse Life Insurance Company, Charlotte, NC 28277, on Policy Form 8010 (11/00) and, in New York only, by Brighthouse Life Insurance Company of NY, New York, NY 10017, on Policy Form 6010 (3/07) (“Brighthouse Financial”). All variable products are distributed by Brighthouse Securities, LLC (member FINRA). All are Brighthouse Financial affiliated companies. Variable annuities are long-term investments designed for retirement purposes. The contract prospectus and contract contain information about the contract’s features, risks, charges, expenses, exclusions, limitations, termination provisions, and terms for keeping the contract in force. Prospectuses and complete details about the contract are available from a financial professional and should be read carefully before investing. Product availability and features may vary by state or firm.