Comments (0) Ruark Consulting has released our major benchmark Variable Annuity Benefit Utilization Study. Please view the press release below for additional information.
Variable Annuity Benefit Utilization Study (Press Release)
The media has shown interest in the Variable Annuity Benefit Utilization Study. Noteworthy articles include:
Rich Tucker was quoted in a Bloomberg News article, dated January 8, 2010, that discussed the emergence of Athene Life Re as a reinsurer focused exclusively on fixed annuities. A link to this article in Business Week follows.
Black’s Apollo Targets Fixed Annuities With Bermuda Reinsurer
Ruark Insurance Advisors, Inc. (RIA) provides full service reinsurance intermediary services, specializing in the annuity market. We represent the ceding insurance company. Products covered include variable annuities, indexed annuities, fixed annuities and payout annuities.
The process starts with our insurance company client, during which we:
Once a reinsurance program is created that is likely to meet the needs of our client, we bring it to the reinsurance marketplace. We have excellent relationships with reinsurers in various jurisdictions, including the U.S. and Bermuda. RIA assists with development of the treaty document.
As is customary, our brokerage fees are paid by the reinsurer. We have always practiced full disclosure of our fees to our clients.
After reinsurance is placed, we maintain strong involvement on an ongoing basis, providing administrative relief to the ceding company and adding confidence to the accuracy and timeliness of data reporting. These complimentary administrative services include:
Please contact us for additional information:
New programs – Rich Tucker or Tim Paris
Treaty Administration – Inger Harrington
