Guided families through market cycles since 1995.
Retirement Income That Lasts a Lifetime
An Indexed Universal Life strategy can provide potential tax-advantaged retirement income, protection from market downturns, and living benefits for qualifying illnesses. Schedule a complimentary 10–15 minute review with Troy D. Roddy.
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Since 1995 Of Continuous, Award-Winning Service -
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LUTCF Credentialed Insurance Professional -
Up to $750K Potential Living Benefits For a Qualifying Event
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A short overview of the strategy this site explains, recorded by Troy D. Roddy, LUTCF. Nothing to fill in and no sign-up — it starts on its own, without sound.
- What a one-to-three percent annual fee compounds to over the life of an account
- What the age-59½ rules mean for reaching your own savings early
- How an independent advisor’s options differ from a captive one’s
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What if your money could grow every time the market went up, but never lose a penny when it crashed? And what if you could access those gains completely tax-free, no contribution limits, no high fees, and no penalties for using your own money? In this short video, I want to show you a strategy that's been quietly used by banks, corporations, and wealthy families for over 100 years to grow and protect their money, no matter what the market does.
Hi, I'm Troy D. Roddy, and for over 30 years, I've helped families across the country build retirements that don't rise and fall with Wall Street's mood swings. Most people are told the same thing when it comes to retirement. Max out your 401k, fund your IRA, and invest in index funds. And for a long time, that seemed like the only game in town.
But those accounts come with problems most people don't find out about until it's too late. First, there's the fees. They're often buried in the fine print, but even a 1% to 3% annual fee can quietly cost you hundreds of thousands of dollars over the life of an account. It doesn't feel like much year to year, but compounded over decades, it adds up to a fortune you'll never see.
Second, your money is locked up. Try to access it before age 59 and a half, and you're hit with penalties, even if it's your own money, and even if you genuinely need it for an emergency, an opportunity, or anything in between. Third, every dollar you eventually withdraw gets taxed. That means the harder your account works for you, the more the IRS ultimately takes.
And with tax rates widely expected to climb in the coming years, that could mean giving up a much bigger slice of your savings right when you need it most. And then there's the risk nobody wants to think about, a market crash. If the market drops 40%, and you've got $500,000 invested, that's $200,000 gone in an instant.
It happened to millions of Americans in 2008. Nobody can tell you when it'll happen again, only that it will eventually. So some people play it safe instead, with CDs, savings accounts, and bonds. But with inflation and today's economic pressures, safe money barely grows at all. You're not really protecting your wealth in those accounts.
You're just watching it lose value more slowly. So is there a better way? What if I told you you could grow your money when the market goes up, keep every dollar of it when the market goes down, skip the high fees, the penalties, and the constant risk, and access your money completely tax-free whenever you actually need it?
There is a strategy that does exactly this. Here's a simple version of how it works. Instead of putting your money into a traditional 401k or brokerage account, you fund an IRS-approved tax-advantaged account in a similar way, but the cash value inside it is tied to the performance of a market index, like the S&P 500. When that index climbs, your account has the opportunity to grow with it.
But when the market drops, you don't lose anything. Your gains from previous years are locked in, your principal stays protected, and you're guaranteed a minimum return even during a down year. No losses, no stress, no starting over from scratch. There are also no income limits, no contribution caps, and no age 59 1⁄2 penalties like you'd face with traditional retirement accounts.
And your account is also shielded from lawsuits, creditors, and unnecessary estate taxes with a tax-free benefit passed on to your family as well. But what if you're thinking, why haven't I heard about this before? The reality is not all financial advisors know about this or are licensed to sell these. Why? Because many advisors get paid a management fee, which is a percentage of how much money you have invested in the market or in a traditional retirement account.
So it's in their best interest to keep your money there, even if there may be other potentially better alternatives. On top of that, many financial advisors are not independent and they are tied to big financial firms, which means they're not even allowed to talk about other products outside the firm they work with. But the reality is, the wealthy have been quietly using tax-advantaged strategies like these to grow and protect their wealth for generations.
And that's where we come in. For over 30 years, we have helped thousands of hardworking Americans utilize this little-known recession-proof income-generating strategy to enjoy the following benefits. Builds predictable and consistent cash value by capturing the gains made by a selected stock market index while protecting your account from market downturns.
It's IRS approved, allowing your money to grow tax-deferred and you can always take out money with zero tax on your distributions. Guarantees a lifetime stream of tax-free retirement income. Pays out up to $1.5 million of living benefits income in case of critical, chronic, or terminal illnesses. Can be used to pay off your mortgage, tuition, student loans faster using the power of leverage.
Principal plus gains are locked in at the end of each index crediting period and protected against market losses. Provides permanent life insurance coverage to age 120. Protect against probate, predators, creditors, and lawsuits. It's the safest and best way to build and transfer wealth across generations. And unlike other financial professionals, we are 100% independent.
This means we're not forced to only work with one provider. We can show you all your options and help you compare them side by side. So if this sounds even just a little bit intriguing and you'd like to learn more, what are the next steps? All you need to do is click the button on this page to schedule a call. On the call, we'll walk you through exactly how this strategy compares to what you're currently doing, what kind of growth and protection you can realistically expect, and how you could access your money tax-free without waiting until 59 1⁄2.
We work primarily with people between the ages of 45 and 75 because that's who this strategy is built for. And it's where our experience runs deepest. There's never been a more important time to protect your retirement from taxes and market risk. And the earlier you start the conversation, the more options you'll have.
So click the button now, schedule your call, and let's find out together if this strategy makes sense for you.
Living benefits
Your Policy Can Help While You're Still Living.
Life insurance isn't only for the people you leave behind. If a qualifying illness ever changes your plans, an Indexed Universal Life policy may give you access to a portion of your benefit when you need it — potential access to up to $750,000 for a qualifying event, subject to policy terms. Any benefits received generally reduce the remaining death benefit available to beneficiaries.
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Critical illness
A qualifying event such as a major heart attack, stroke, cancer, or major organ transplant may trigger access to a portion of your benefit — money you may use for any purpose.
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Chronic illness & long-term care
If you're no longer able to perform the everyday activities of daily living, your policy may help cover care — so a long-term care need doesn't have to drain your other assets.
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Terminal illness
With a qualifying terminal diagnosis, you may be able to access a larger portion of your benefit and decide for yourself how it's used.
Up to $750K
Potential access for a qualifying event, subject to policy terms
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While living
Benefits you may be able to access without a death claim
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Any purpose
How benefit proceeds may be used once a claim qualifies
Access and amounts depend on your policy and a qualifying event, and are subject to policy terms — not every applicant will qualify.
Explore living benefits in detailWhy an IUL
Three Ways an IUL Can Strengthen Your Retirement.
An Indexed Universal Life policy is built to do more than one job — protect the people you love, and work for you while you're living.
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Potential for tax-advantaged income
Cash value may be accessible through policy loans or withdrawals to help supplement Social Security and your other savings, subject to the contract terms. Withdrawals may have tax implications, tax laws may change, and no specific tax outcome is guaranteed.
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A floor against
market lossMany IUL policies include a floor that limits how much index performance can reduce credited interest. Fees and charges still apply, and no growth is guaranteed.
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Clarity on your
401(k)A 401(k) cannot be directly rolled into an Indexed Universal Life insurance policy. Your age, employment status, retirement goals, plan rules, and financial circumstances all influence your available options.
Understand your 401(k) options
Serving clients since 1995
Meet Troy D. Roddy, LUTCF
Roughly 92% of insurance professionals leave the business within their first year. Troy D. Roddy has served clients continuously since 1995 — long enough to have guided families through multiple market cycles. Among the associates at his primary carrier, he consistently ranks in the top 1%.
Troy is a fact-finder who deals in assets, not a salesperson chasing a quota. He works alongside a network of attorneys and CPAs to give you an unbiased, complete picture — and he'll tell you honestly if an IUL isn't the right fit for you.
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Award-winning service since 1995 -
Top 1% at his primary carrier -
LUTCF credentialed professional -
Backed by attorneys & CPAs
How it works
A No-Pressure Conversation in Three Simple Steps.
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Book Your Consultation
Fill out the short survey or call. If it looks like a fit, you'll choose a time — the whole conversation takes about 10 to 15 minutes.
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Review Your Situation
Troy listens first. You'll walk through your goals, your assets, and whether an IUL strategy fits — no jargon, no pressure.
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Decide on Your Terms
You leave with a clear picture and no obligation. If it's a fit, Troy maps out the next steps. If it isn't, he'll tell you.
The track record
Credibility You
Can Verify.
We don't publish client stories without written permission. So instead of quotes you can't check, here's what you can — the record behind the advice.
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Since 1995
Continuous, Award-Winning Service
In an industry with roughly 92% first-year turnover, Troy has served clients without interruption for three decades.
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Top 1%
Ranking With His Primary Carrier
A consistent top-tier ranking with his primary carrier — earned over years, not a single good quarter.
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Attorneys & CPAs
An Unbiased, Complete Picture
Troy works alongside legal and tax professionals so your strategy is reviewed from every angle, not sold from one.
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of professional is Troy?
Troy is a licensed, LUTCF-credentialed insurance professional — a fact-finder who deals in assets, not a salesperson chasing a quota. His role is to help you understand whether an Indexed Universal Life strategy fits your goals, working alongside attorneys and CPAs so you get an unbiased, complete picture.
Will you promise me a specific rate of return?
No. No specific rate of return, growth, income or savings amount is guaranteed, and anyone promising you one is worth walking away from. What a contract does guarantee is written in the contract, and reading that with you is part of the job.
How long is the consultation, and is there any cost?
Complimentary 10–15 minute consultation. No pressure, no obligation. It is a conversation about what you are trying to protect, not a presentation.
Take 10–15 minutes to see if this fits your retirement.
Book your complimentary consultation with Troy D. Roddy, or call now. No pressure, no obligation — just a clear, honest look at your options for potential tax-advantaged income and living benefits.
This is not an offer to enter into an agreement. Information and programs are subject to change without notice. Indexed Universal Life insurance is not a bank product and is not FDIC insured; it involves fees and charges, and access to living benefits requires a qualifying event and is subject to policy terms. No specific rate of return, growth, or savings amount is guaranteed. Not every applicant will qualify. Product availability and eligibility vary by state, carrier, policy terms, and individual circumstances.