400k, 67 years old, wants 24k, minimal risk
What would you do question.
Guy has 400k coming in a qualified lump sum. Hates stocks - railed about Bernie Madoff and bonuses for Wall Street fat cats. You know the type.
Anyway, he wants to generate 24k per year in income and leave the 400k to heirs. Coming back for a followup.
How do you approach it?
Note: I am NOT asking because I don’t what to do, just curious as to how others would handle.
If that walked into the firm I worked for, I would advise NOT to take them on as a client. If they take them, then get ready for the lawsuit. But that may just be my “protect the firm” mentality.
Single life SPIA should pay around $30k, have the client kick in the extra $6k plus the difference into a GUL policy.
He can't come anywhere close to doing what he wants to do. This is especially true if the 24K is after tax and even more so if it needs to keep up with inflation. A GUL/SPIA combination will take him the closest to where he wants to be if he's healthy, but it still won't get him there. The way that I would have approached it would have been to immediately told him that his goal wasn't attainable. When I get back together with a client, I want it to be because I have the recommendations that will work to help him achieve his goals. If his goals aren't realistic, I want it to be said immediately.What would you do question.
Guy has 400k coming in a qualified lump sum. Hates stocks - railed about Bernie Madoff and bonuses for Wall Street fat cats. You know the type.
Anyway, he wants to generate 24k per year in income and leave the 400k to heirs. Coming back for a followup.
How do you approach it?
Note: I am NOT asking because I don’t what to do, just curious as to how others would handle.
I'm curious at to why you think that this is a lawsuit ready to happen. Plenty of people have goals that can't be attained. We just have to be honest with them and let them know this from the beginning. Managing expectations is a pretty important part of our job.If that walked into the firm I worked for, I would advise NOT to take them on as a client. If they take them, then get ready for the lawsuit. But that may just be my “protect the firm” mentality.
I'm curious at to why you think that this is a lawsuit ready to happen. Plenty of people have goals that can't be attained. We just have to be honest with them and let them know this from the beginning. Managing expectations is a pretty important part of our job.[/quote] I say it is a lawsuit waiting to happen because (and I'm not saying that it is a 100% chance of it happening) in my experience a "client" with unattainable goals and a negative opinion of investment professionals is not a good combination. Either one by itself is okay, but the two? No thanks. If you can manage his expectations and turn his frown upside down, then great - but I think hardly worth the pain in the ass he will surely become. This is also my perspective talking, going off of the complaints I've had to handle in the past and present. Would you take Meletio as a client?[quote=Wet_Blanket]If that walked into the firm I worked for, I would advise NOT to take them on as a client. If they take them, then get ready for the lawsuit. But that may just be my “protect the firm” mentality.
Honestly, when client like this cross my path - I really want to push them onto a good annuity person.
Thanks for the response. I’d agree if he was complaining about his advisor. Instead, he just has a negative view about the market. Lots of people are like this. A person like this simply has to be kept out of the market. Plenty of people belong in fixed instruments. He’s one of them.
Become a good annuity person! A SPIA/life insurance combo for someone like this is a $15,000+ commission.Honestly, when client like this cross my path - I really want to push them onto a good annuity person.
Become a good annuity person! A SPIA/life insurance combo for someone like this is a $15,000+ commission.[/quote] If I can convince the CCO of my firm that it IS a good idea for the compliance manager to have a side annuity business, one in which I would refer the firm's clients to instead of doing business with the firm, then I would be the best salesman ever. On a serious note, how close would a SPIA/life insurance combo get him (if good health)?[quote=Wet_Blanket]Honestly, when client like this cross my path - I really want to push them onto a good annuity person.
One of my carriers, $400k qualified SPIA, life only gives him $29,963 per year. $400k GUL runs just shy of $13k per year. $6k will get him just shy of $200k of GUL at standard non-tobacco rates. YMMV with other GUL providers.
I'm curious at to why you think that this is a lawsuit ready to happen. Plenty of people have goals that can't be attained. We just have to be honest with them and let them know this from the beginning. Managing expectations is a pretty important part of our job.[/quote] I agree. Document, document, document. Don't "guarantee" that $24,000 will be attained. With that said, put the money into a WP Carey CPA REIT. You're getting 6.5% right now, the REIT has increased dividends in 88% of quarters, and it invests in a conservative real estate portfolio so the liklihood of it being one that loses share value is VERY slim. And tell the compliance people that this $400,000 is less than 10% of his net worth. Wow...if you follow that advice then you will DEFINITELY be losing that future lawsuit, even if it does get the client what they want.[quote=Wet_Blanket]If that walked into the firm I worked for, I would advise NOT to take them on as a client. If they take them, then get ready for the lawsuit. But that may just be my “protect the firm” mentality.
Become a good annuity person! A SPIA/life insurance combo for someone like this is a $15,000+ commission.[/quote] If I can convince the CCO of my firm that it IS a good idea for the compliance manager to have a side annuity business, one in which I would refer the firm's clients to instead of doing business with the firm, then I would be the best salesman ever. On a serious note, how close would a SPIA/life insurance combo get him (if good health)?[/quote] Why would they have a problem with diversifying their revenue streams and more completely serving their clients?[quote=anonymous][quote=Wet_Blanket]Honestly, when client like this cross my path - I really want to push them onto a good annuity person.
I'm curious at to why you think that this is a lawsuit ready to happen. Plenty of people have goals that can't be attained. We just have to be honest with them and let them know this from the beginning. Managing expectations is a pretty important part of our job.[/quote] I agree. Document, document, document. Don't "guarantee" that $24,000 will be attained. With that said, put the money into a WP Carey CPA REIT. You're getting 6.5% right now, the REIT has increased dividends in 88% of quarters, and it invests in a conservative real estate portfolio so the liklihood of it being one that loses share value is VERY slim. And tell the compliance people that this $400,000 is less than 10% of his net worth. Wow...if you follow that advice then you will DEFINITELY be losing that future lawsuit, even if it does get the client what they want.[/quote] But ironically, that probably has the best chance of working.....[quote=anonymous][quote=Wet_Blanket]If that walked into the firm I worked for, I would advise NOT to take them on as a client. If they take them, then get ready for the lawsuit. But that may just be my “protect the firm” mentality.
Become a good annuity person! A SPIA/life insurance combo for someone like this is a $15,000+ commission.[/quote] If I can convince the CCO of my firm that it IS a good idea for the compliance manager to have a side annuity business, one in which I would refer the firm's clients to instead of doing business with the firm, then I would be the best salesman ever. On a serious note, how close would a SPIA/life insurance combo get him (if good health)?[/quote] Why would they have a problem with diversifying their revenue streams and more completely serving their clients?[/quote] I'm sure your being sarcastic, but this is how it would work. During my suitability review, I decide that what we offer isn't suitable for the client. So I personally sell him an annuity and make $15,000. Seems like a conflict to me. If I did enough annuity business to actually be considered "diversifying" the firm's revenue stream, then I would not need my day job. How much business would I have to do to diversify the revenue stream of a firm with $5B AUM?[quote=Wet_Blanket][quote=anonymous][quote=Wet_Blanket]Honestly, when client like this cross my path - I really want to push them onto a good annuity person.
Become a good annuity person! A SPIA/life insurance combo for someone like this is a $15,000+ commission.[/quote] If I can convince the CCO of my firm that it IS a good idea for the compliance manager to have a side annuity business, one in which I would refer the firm's clients to instead of doing business with the firm, then I would be the best salesman ever. On a serious note, how close would a SPIA/life insurance combo get him (if good health)?[/quote] Why would they have a problem with diversifying their revenue streams and more completely serving their clients?[/quote] I'm sure your being sarcastic, but this is how it would work. During my suitability review, I decide that what we offer isn't suitable for the client. So I personally sell him an annuity and make $15,000. Seems like a conflict to me. If I did enough annuity business to actually be considered "diversifying" the firm's revenue stream, then I would not need my day job. How much business would I have to do to diversify the revenue stream of a firm with $5B AUM?[/quote] Wait, I'm confused. Your sales reps can't sell annuities or life insurance? I guess I didn't make the connection initally you are a compliance person.[quote=deekay][quote=Wet_Blanket][quote=anonymous][quote=Wet_Blanket]Honestly, when client like this cross my path - I really want to push them onto a good annuity person.
Become a good annuity person! A SPIA/life insurance combo for someone like this is a $15,000+ commission.[/quote] If I can convince the CCO of my firm that it IS a good idea for the compliance manager to have a side annuity business, one in which I would refer the firm's clients to instead of doing business with the firm, then I would be the best salesman ever. On a serious note, how close would a SPIA/life insurance combo get him (if good health)?[/quote] Why would they have a problem with diversifying their revenue streams and more completely serving their clients?[/quote] I'm sure your being sarcastic, but this is how it would work. During my suitability review, I decide that what we offer isn't suitable for the client. So I personally sell him an annuity and make $15,000. Seems like a conflict to me. If I did enough annuity business to actually be considered "diversifying" the firm's revenue stream, then I would not need my day job. How much business would I have to do to diversify the revenue stream of a firm with $5B AUM?[/quote] Wait, I'm confused. Your sales reps can't sell annuities or life insurance? I guess I didn't make the connection initally you are a compliance person.[/quote] No, we are an institutional money manager that takes wrap clients and direct clients. I'm talking about the direct business here.[quote=Wet_Blanket][quote=deekay][quote=Wet_Blanket][quote=anonymous][quote=Wet_Blanket]Honestly, when client like this cross my path - I really want to push them onto a good annuity person.
Become a good annuity person! A SPIA/life insurance combo for someone like this is a $15,000+ commission.[/quote] If I can convince the CCO of my firm that it IS a good idea for the compliance manager to have a side annuity business, one in which I would refer the firm's clients to instead of doing business with the firm, then I would be the best salesman ever. On a serious note, how close would a SPIA/life insurance combo get him (if good health)?[/quote] Why would they have a problem with diversifying their revenue streams and more completely serving their clients?[/quote] I'm sure your being sarcastic, but this is how it would work. During my suitability review, I decide that what we offer isn't suitable for the client. So I personally sell him an annuity and make $15,000. Seems like a conflict to me. If I did enough annuity business to actually be considered "diversifying" the firm's revenue stream, then I would not need my day job. How much business would I have to do to diversify the revenue stream of a firm with $5B AUM?[/quote][quote=Wet_Blanket][quote=deekay][quote=Wet_Blanket][quote=anonymous][quote=Wet_Blanket]Honestly, when client like this cross my path - I really want to push them onto a good annuity person.
I'm beginning to worry not only that you are a compliance officer...but perhaps a compliance officer at MY FIRM...
[/quote] Don't worry. I would shoot myself in the face before doing B/D compliance.
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BAB UIT is 5.75% coupon; pretty close
How about laddered CDs? Divide by 12, start one every month for the next year, keep a side pile of cash for the spending.
The way our government is spending money, and the dollar is dropping, one year interest rates should be at about 27% (easily covering the 7% withdrawal rate after spending two years of cash).400k. Lincoln I4Life VA. Nets about 20k, minimum risk, possible inflation protection. He should get social security. I’m amazed how little people have saved for retirement, and how much they expect from it.
We met – he left with a better understanding of what is possible. He’s willing to come down on the annual income to leave money behind. The insurance idea didn’t fly – he’s had a heart attack recently. … He liked the idea of a blend of fixed and variable annuities. … Plans to work another six months so nothing’s going to happen yet. … Turned out to be a good guy after all the initial bluster.
JNL has their 5 for life that doesn’t reduce DB. I think Ohio Natl. has something close as well.
How recently was the heart attack?
Less than a year ago. Not sure how much damage.
Ask your favorite carriers for a survey application. If leaving money behind is a goal, life insurance is a good solution. Of course, if he’s uninsurable (or can’t afford a rated policy), better to find out during a survey than taking a full application, get denied, and have it show on his MIB.
I just checked Vanguard’s website. On their Lifetime Income Program, they will give the client $2,049.28/month, inflation adjusted, single life. Considering the state of his heart, he should probably expect to get “rated up” a few years, which will result in a slightly higher payout. If he’s rated up by 3 years, his monthly would be ~$2,200 / month.
Yes, the no commission part sucks, but this is probably what’s best for the client.
How is this best for the client? The client wants to leave money for his heirs. A single life payout does not do this for him.I just checked Vanguard’s website. On their Lifetime Income Program, they will give the client $2,049.28/month, inflation adjusted, single life. Considering the state of his heart, he should probably expect to get “rated up” a few years, which will result in a slightly higher payout. If he’s rated up by 3 years, his monthly would be ~$2,200 / month.
Yes, the no commission part sucks, but this is probably what’s best for the client.
Sorry - quite right. I didn’t process that when I read it.
What about preferreds then?I know Jackson has a VA that combines a lifetime withdrawal and death benefits. It ensures that the client gets a guaranteed income stream each year and it also leaves the principal to the beneficiary. As long as the client does not withdrawal more than the allowed income benefit each year , the client's beneficiary will receive no less than what's put into the contract despite withdrawals and market flucuation. At 67, I think it's 5% for life which is only $20K a year but maybe there is another VA that is 6%...Riversource?What would you do question.
Guy has 400k coming in a qualified lump sum. Hates stocks - railed about Bernie Madoff and bonuses for Wall Street fat cats. You know the type.
Anyway, he wants to generate 24k per year in income and leave the 400k to heirs. Coming back for a followup.
How do you approach it?
Note: I am NOT asking because I don’t what to do, just curious as to how others would handle.