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Life · Chapter 9 · Premium & Timing Classes

Deferred Annuity

Definition
Income begins more than one year after purchase. Can be funded with any premium plan (single, level, or flexible) and includes an accumulation period with tax-deferred growth. At payout time the owner has three choices: lump-sum distribution (credited interest is taxable), systematic withdrawals, or annuitization.
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