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Retirement Planning Through Life Insurance
Retirement planning means different things to different people. At Team Thrive, our focus is specific: building guaranteed and tax-advantaged retirement income using life insurance-based strategies, alongside the traditional accounts you already have, not instead of them.
Key Takeaways
IUL combines aTeam Thrive focuses specifically on life insurance-based retirement strategies, not full investment or wealth management death benefit with cash value that grows based on a market index
These strategies typically work best alongside your 401(k) and IRA, after you've maxed out those accounts
Tax-advantaged growth and guaranteed income options can add predictability that market-based accounts alone don't offer
Not every strategy fits every situation. Your advisor will help you figure out what actually makes sense for you
Explore Retirement Planning By Topic
Tax-Free Retirement Strategies
How tax-advantaged and tax-free income sources, including IUL cash value, can add predictability to your retirement income mix.
401(k) Rollovers
What your options actually are when you leave a job or retire, and how a rollover might fit into a broader retirement income plan.
Is This Right for You?
Pre-retirees who've maxed out traditional retirement accounts and want additional tax-advantaged options
People concerned about market volatility affecting their retirement timeline
Anyone who values predictability, and wants guaranteed retirement income alongside their existing accounts, even if it means trading off some growth potential
People with an old 401(k) from a previous employer who aren't sure what to do with it
It matters less if you haven't yet maxed out your 401(k) or IRA, since those are typically the lower-cost, higher-priority accounts to fund first.
How It Works
Consultation
Talk with a Team Thrive advisor about your retirement accounts, goals, and timeline
Needs analysis
We look at what you already have and where a life insurance-based strategy might genuinely add value
Illustration
You'll see real, specific numbers, including guaranteed-minimum scenarios, not just optimistic projections
Application
If it makes sense, we help you put the strategy in place, alongside your existing accounts
What Affects the Cost
Age and health: affect both eligibility and pricing for insurance-based strategies
How much you're contributing: and how that compares to your existing retirement savings
Which strategy fits: tax-advantaged growth, guaranteed income, or a combination
Why Choose Team Thrive
Retirement strategies are built around your full financial picture, not sold as a one-size-fits-all product
No-pressure conversations. Your advisor shows you real numbers, including the tradeoffs, before you decide anything
If your existing retirement accounts already cover what you need, we'll say so directly
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Team Thrive a financial advisor or wealth manager?
Team Thrive focuses specifically on life insurance-based retirement strategies. We're not a registered investment advisor or wealth management firm, and we don't manage securities or investment portfolios directly.
Should I use this instead of my 401(k) or IRA?
Generally, no. These strategies tend to work best as a complement to traditional retirement accounts, typically after you've already maxed out available contributions there.
What does "tax-free retirement" actually mean?
It's often used loosely. Strategies like IUL cash value offer tax-deferred growth and generally tax-advantaged access through policy loans, which is different from a strict, unconditional "tax-free" guarantee. Your advisor can walk through the specific mechanics.
Is this right for me if I'm still years away from retirement?
Often, yes, since tax-advantaged growth strategies typically benefit from more time to build. It's worth understanding your options earlier rather than waiting until retirement is close.
Does Team Thrive help with 401(k) rollovers?
We can help you understand your options if you're considering a rollover as part of a broader retirement income strategy. We recommend reviewing any rollover decision with your current plan administrator and a tax professional as well.
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