Reliance Standard

Reliance Standard issues annuities and insurance products in the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Guam and 49 out of 50 U.S. states. In the state of New York, products and services are provided by the First Reliance Standard Life Insurance Company.

According to Reliance Standard, they “earn clients’ trust by maintaining a strong balance sheet, a sound, diversified investment strategy and the partnership of a nationwide network of institutions and advisors skilled in helping individuals achieve their retirement savings goals.”

Reliance Standard Life Insurance Company, referred to as Reliance Standard, was founded in 1907.
It is a member of the Tokio Marine Group which has Tokio Marine Holdings Inc., as its holding company. These groups are listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange and incorporated in Japan.

In 2021, Reliance Standard received the Novarica Impact Award for its business and policy administration platform. This new technology was recognized for its contributions to retirement services, as it supported expansion and improved service for 40,000 new applications in its first two years.

“We have traditionally written our success story through a commitment to delivering superior customer service,” said Kyle Ryan, vice president of Retirement Services Operations at Reliance Standard. “Through collaboration with our vendor partner, FAST Technology, and our IT & Operations leadership, we have been able to deliver on our goals and build a strong foundation for continued growth.”

Exhibiting financial strength is one way annuity companies can build consumers’ trust. Credit agencies evaluate the providers and assign credit ratings as a means of scoring the companies’ ability to cover their financial obligations.

Reliance Standard offers annuity products with guaranteed return rates to help annuity owners preserve capital and retirement income. Keep in mind that annuity product availability may vary by state.

Traditional fixed annuities provide guaranteed growth with tax-deferred earnings. This annuity type appeals to those who wish to protect their retirement savings.

Fixed index annuities earn interest linked to a certain market index, like the Standard & Poor’s 500 (S&P 500). These products also offer premium protection, so the money you use to buy the annuity is protected if the market experiences a downturn.

Reliance Standard issues the Keystone Index annuity, which allows you to choose from one of the Index Interest Strategies or Fixed Interest Strategy. According to Reliance Standard, “the annuity also provides a guarantee that your premium, less withdrawals, will earn interest at a guaranteed minimum rate over the length of the contract.”

Clients can use Reliance Standard’s secure online self-service platform to check insurance coverage approvals, claims status and annuity value.

For consumers who prefer one-on-one customer service, the company also has a Customer Care Center and regional service offices.

Reliance Standard funds the Delphi Project Foundation, which the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development recognizes as an Educational Improvement Organization. The Foundation’s programs bring arts education and career training programs to underserved youth in Philadelphia during and after school hours.