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Expert review · 2025

American Equity review

Annuity Atlas has published 1 editorial review of American Equity products. Average peer-group rating 3.6 / 5, top-rated product earns 3.6 / 5. Browse the full lineup below.

Our rating

3.6
Avg ★ / 5
Products reviewed1
A.M. BestA
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Reviews published
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Average rating
★ 3.6 / 5
A.M. Best
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Categories covered
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1 American Equity annuity reviewed

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ProductTypeSurrenderRatingIncome riderBonus
NY Eagle Platinum MVA 5 Fixed Annuity
New York residents who want a simple 5-year locked-rate annuity with predictable terms and a choice between two free-withdrawal structures
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Frequently asked questions

Is American Equity a good annuity company?
American Equity earns an average rating of 3.6/5 across the 1 product we've reviewed, and A.M. Best rates the carrier A for financial strength.
What is the surrender period for American Equity annuities?
Surrender periods on American Equity's current lineup run 5 years, depending on the product. Most products allow an annual free-withdrawal amount before charges apply — the product table above shows each product's surrender length, and each review covers the exact schedule.

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