Nationwide vs Accordia Life
Comprehensive side-by-side comparison of indexed universal life insurance companies
Nationwide
Founded: 1926
Columbus, Ohio
Assets
$140 billion
IUL Experience
18+ years
Products
4
Avg Cap Rate
10.25%
Key Strengths
Fortune 100 company (#72 in 2025)
Pioneer of Volatility Control Index movement
Industry-leading participation rates
Lowest cost of insurance charges in industry
Cap rates reaching 25% on certain strategies
Accordia Life
Founded: 1962
Des Moines, Iowa
Assets
$8 billion
IUL Experience
8+ years
Products
3
Avg Cap Rate
9%
Key Strengths
Offers 3+ IUL products
Lifetime Builder IUL, Provider IUL, Survivorship Builder IUL, Global Accumulator
Global Atlantic (KKR-owned) parent
Detailed Feature Comparison
| Feature | Nationwide | Accordia Life |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 1926 | 1962 |
| Headquarters | Columbus, Ohio | Des Moines, Iowa |
| Assets Under Management | $140 billion | $8 billion |
| Years in IUL Business | 18+ years | 8+ years |
| Number of IUL Products | 4 | 3 |
| Typical Cap Rate Range | 6.00% - 25.00% | 8% - 10% |
| Participation Rates | 250% | 110% |
| Minimum Premium | $5,000 annual | $5,000 annual |
| Issue Ages | 0-85 years | 0-85 years |
| Underwriting Speed | 2-4 weeks standard | 2-4 weeks |