In This Week's Newsletter:

·     The RMD Deadline is this Friday

·     Helpful Resources

·     MYGA Rates

·     MFA: How-To Guide

The 2025 RMD Deadline is 12/12/25

The 2025 Required Minimum Distribution deadline is this Friday. Sentinel Security Life Insurance Company (Sentinel) would like to remind you that all paperwork must be complete and in good order and received no later than Friday, December 12, 2025. Please also take the time to advise your policyholders of this deadline to help ensure a smooth process.

Important requirements and details for 2025 RMDs:  

·     This year’s deadline is December 12, 2025  

·     Sentinel will attempt to process paperwork received after December 12th but cannot guarantee it will be completed before the end of the year  

·     All RMD payments will be reported in the year they are processed 

·     Agents can access distribution paperwork on the Agent Portal. Note: policies with riders have specific distribution forms  

·     Distribution paperwork needs to be received in good order

To ensure proper submission, avoid these common omissions:  

·     Incomplete signatures (if the policy is joint owned, missing non-natural owner titles such as “Trustee”, “POA” or a business title)

·     Not including a copy of a voided check for systematic withdrawals. 

·     Not providing a start date  

·     Requesting a penalty free RMD without the RMD rider on the policy.  

·     Missing a tax election

If you have any questions regarding RMDs, please contact the Policy Service Department at AnnuityPolicyService@illumifin.com or the Home Office at 1-800-247-1423. 

The 2025 RMD Flyer can be found, HERE.

Sentinel Security Life Insurance Company Resources

Your most valuable resources are just a click away! Find Marketer & Agent Resources, rate sheets, admin updates, tools, and more, all in one easy-to-access section.

·     Marketer & Agent Resources

·     TPA Mailing & Email Addresses

·     Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) How-To Guide

Sentinel's Leading MYGA Rates

Sentinel Security Life Insurance Company's (Sentinel) Personal Choice Annuity's leading MYGA rates¹ provide new opportunities to support your business and your clients’ retirement financial goals.

These rates apply to all durations and all states for new business and renewals. The rates include a 5.80% 3-year rate in most states, and a 5.90% 5-, 7-, and 10-year rate in most states. 

Click HERE for the full rate details and to access the updated annuity rate sheet. 

Please review the following important dates and details regarding these rate changes.   

·     As of Wednesday, July 30th, these new rates will be applied to all new and pending applications.  

·     These new rates will not be applied to in-force policies. In-force policies will continue to receive their current rates.  

·     Please reference the Annuity Rate Sheet before speaking with clients about these rate adjustments.  

·     Updated materials reflecting these changes are available on the Agent Portal. 

For more information, please contact the sales team at sales@sslco.com. 

Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) How-To Guide

Sentinel Security Life Insurance Company (Sentinel) has implemented multi-factor authentication (MFA) on the Agent, Policyholder, and Provider Portals to enhance account security. You must complete the MFA process in order to access the portal.

Helpful Tips for Account Access:

·     If you have forgotten your user name or password, you will be required to reset before proceeding with the MFA process

·     Forgot password? Use the "Forgot password" feature on the log in screen 

·     Forgot user name? Contact the Service Center at 1-800-247-1423

·     An up-to-date user name and email address are required to complete the MFA process and avoid any interruption to your account access

·     MFA Verification codes may be sent to your junk or spam folders, and you may need to clear your cache

The MFA Guide below includes screenshots to help you complete the process successfully.

If you have forgotten your user name or other login details, have any questions, or need assistance, feel free to call 1-800-247-1423.

Sentinel Security Life Insurance Company | 1-800-247-1423 | http://www.sslco.com

Annuity PO Box:

PO Box 64435

St Paul, MN 55164-0435

Life and Health PO Box:

PO Box 64453

St Paul, MN 55164-0453

For Agent Use Only. Not for distribution to consumers.

Guarantees rely on the financial strength and claims-paying ability of Sentinel Security Life Insurance Company. Rates are subject to change. Rider and features are not available in all states and are subject to change without notice. See annuity contract, agent field guide, rate sheet, and statement of understanding for additional details. All forms are available on the agent portal at sslco.admin-portal.org. 

1 Data from Annuity Rate Watch is as of 10/29/2025 and is subject to change without notice. 

Personal Choice Annuity interest rates displayed are effective as of 7/30/2025. See the annuity rate sheet for full rate details. Features and riders may not be available in all jurisdictions. 

If a liquidity rider is selected, the interest rate will be reduced accordingly. Rider available at a fee. Early withdrawals may be subject to Surrender Charge and Market Value Adjustments. 



See annuity Contract, agent field guide, and statement of understanding for additional details. SSLANPOLC15-01, SSLANPOLS-15-OT; or state variation thereof.  

In addition to any helpful tips listed in this document, Sentinel Security Life Insurance Company reminds you of your continuing obligation to stay current on, and abide by, all state regulations governing Agents and the terms and policies outlined in the Agent Agency contract that you entered into with the Sentinel Security Life Insurance Company. 

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