SBLI (Savings Bank Life Insurance) vs Ameritas Life
Comprehensive side-by-side comparison of indexed universal life insurance companies
SBLI (Savings Bank Life Insurance)
Founded: 1907
Woburn, Massachusetts
Assets
$4 billion+ assets
IUL Experience
0+ years
Products
0
Avg Cap Rate
N/A
Key Strengths
Does NOT offer IUL
Mutual company
Focuses on term and whole life
Ameritas Life
Founded: 1887
Lincoln, Nebraska
Assets
$20 billion
IUL Experience
3+ years
Products
4
Avg Cap Rate
9.5%
Key Strengths
Offers 4+ IUL products
Growth IUL, FLX IUL, Ethos IUL (partnership)
Instant underwriting (launched Sept 2023 with Ethos)
Detailed Feature Comparison
| Feature | SBLI (Savings Bank Life Insurance) | Ameritas Life |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 1907 | 1887 |
| Headquarters | Woburn, Massachusetts | Lincoln, Nebraska |
| Assets Under Management | $4 billion+ assets | $20 billion |
| Years in IUL Business | 0+ years | 3+ years |
| Number of IUL Products | 0 | 4 |
| Typical Cap Rate Range | N/A - N/A | 8% - 11% |
| Participation Rates | N/A | 115% |
| Minimum Premium | N/A | $3,600 annual |
| Issue Ages | N/A | 0-85 years |
| Underwriting Speed | N/A | Instant to 3 weeks |