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Tom Haines: Forecasting the Future of Fixed Index Annuities (Ep. 81)

Tom Haines: Forecasting the Future of Fixed Index Annuities (Ep. 81)

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2025 holds immense potential for growth and transformation within the fixed index annuity space. High interest rates, changing market dynamics, and evolving client needs are creating new opportunities for financial advisors.

In this episode of the Advisor Mentorship Podcast, Jeremy Houser sits down with Tom Haines, EVP of Capital Markets & Index Solution at Annexus, to discuss projections for 2025 in the fixed index annuity industry.

Tom shares insights from Annexus’s research, the significance of diversification in portfolio planning, and strategies for navigating market volatility. Advisors will gain actionable ideas on balancing client needs for stability and growth.

Tom discusses:

  • Key takeaways from the previous episode with Professor Jeremy Siegel, including projections for the S&P 500’s performance over the next decade
  • The benefits of utilizing volatility-controlled indexes for managing risk and achieving steady returns in fixed index annuities
  • What volatility controlled indices do well when the magnificent 7 does well
  • The importance of diversification across equity, bond, and commodity markets to stabilize portfolios and meet client goals
  • How rising interest rates enhance the competitiveness of fixed index annuities, making them an attractive alternative to bonds
  • Strategies for advisors to position annuities effectively, including assessing fee structures and addressing client expectations for long-term returns
  • And more!

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About Tom Haines:

Tom leads the index diligence and selection process at Annexus and coordinates the firm’s relationships with asset managers, academic experts, and investment banks. He also plays a pivotal role at Annexus Retirement Solutions, working closely with insurers and asset managers. Prior to Annexus, Tom led Equity Solutions Structuring at UBS Investment Bank and has a rich history in financial markets, including roles at BNP Paribas and NYSE Group. A member of FINRA’s Investment Management Committee and a holder of a bachelor’s degree in Quantitative Finance from James Madison University, Tom’s expertise is well-recognized in the industry.

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Systems Work People Fail 2.0: Next Steps To Scale Your Business (Ep. 42)

Systems Work People Fail 2.0: Next Steps To Scale Your Business (Ep. 42)

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As the world has shifted dramatically over the past two years, with virtual appointments becoming the norm, it is essential to stay updated and equipped with the right tools to establish trust and credibility with your clients.

In this episode, Jeremy Houser unpacks the details of the Systems Work People Fail 2.0 Webinar. Listen in as Jeremy details what are some of the resources advisors are using to achieve success in the fixed index annuities arena while differentiating themselves within their industry.

Jeremy discusses:

  • The significance of the recent Systems Work People Fail 2.0 Webinar and its relevance in today’s rapidly evolving market for the independent financial professional
  • Ways consumer behavior has changed
  • Processes and tools required to separate yourself from the competition and establish yourself as an authority within your industry 
  • The role of technology and the value of having a robust digital presence to build trust and reach a broader audience
  • The value of having strong mentorship and messaging as an advisor  
  • And more!

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Athene’s Strategy for Innovation and Customer Satisfaction with Mitch Anderson, CLU®, RICP®, CSSCS® (Ep. 40)

Athene’s Strategy for Innovation and Customer Satisfaction with Mitch Anderson, CLU®, RICP®, CSSCS® (Ep. 40)

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We all know that the insurance industry is facing challenges in the current market environment, but what are the solutions, and what does the future look like?

In this episode, Jeremy Houser speaks with Mitch Anderson, the VP/ Senior Relationship Manager at Athene USA. Mitch talks about Athene’s growth within the annuities space and their portfolio of volatility-controlled indexes. Additionally, Mitch shares the firm’s mission to continue providing innovative product solutions to their clients.

Mitch discusses: 

  • What you should know about Athene’s partnership with InsurMark
  • The awards that Athene won in 2022
  • The importance of volatility control indices and ways the firm selects their index partners
  • Some of the challenges Athene faced in scaling up their business and how they overcame them
  • Athene’s Roth conversion program
  • The value of educating clients on the differences between banks and insurance companies
  • What the future holds for the company
  • The importance of fixed index annuities in volatile markets and the benefits they offer for clients in drawdown situations
  • And more!

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About Our Guest:

Mitch Anderson is a VP/Senior Relationship Manager for Athene USA and works with a number of our Key Distribution Partners.  Besides managing NMO relationships, Mitch frequently speaks at training events and helps educate advisors on the benefits of Fixed Indexed Annuities.  

For over 30 years, Mitch has worked in the insurance and financial services industry in a number of different roles, from wholesaling to sales management.

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