Nationwide vs Transamerica Premier Life Insurance
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
Transamerica Premier Life Insurance
Founded: 1906
Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Assets
$131 billion Aegon USA
IUL Experience
15+ years
Products
2
Avg Cap Rate
10.5%
Key Strengths
Transamerica subsidiary
Financial Foundation IUL II, Financial Choice IUL II
Issue ages 18-90
Detailed Feature Comparison
| Feature | Nationwide | Transamerica Premier Life Insurance |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 1926 | 1906 |
| Headquarters | Columbus, Ohio | Cedar Rapids, Iowa |
| Assets Under Management | $140 billion | $131 billion Aegon USA |
| Years in IUL Business | 18+ years | 15+ years |
| Number of IUL Products | 4 | 2 |
| Typical Cap Rate Range | 6.00% - 25.00% | 9% - 12% |
| Participation Rates | 250% | 125% |
| Minimum Premium | $5,000 annual | $3,600 annual |
| Issue Ages | 0-85 years | 18-90 years |
| Underwriting Speed | 2-4 weeks standard | 2-4 weeks |