Expedition II
Pacific Life
10%
Free W/D
Pacific Expedition 2 is a deferred fixed annuity that combines guaranteed interest rates with tax-deferred growth and flexibility, designed for retirees who want safety, predictable income, and the ability to access their money when needed.
Free Withdrawal
10%/yr
Available In
0 states
Min Premium
$25,000
Surrender
7 years
Key Features
Guaranteed Interest Rate
Rates vary; higher rates available for purchases of $100,000+You choose a 3, 5, or 7-year initial period and receive a guaranteed rate locked in at contract issue. After that period, Pacific Life declares a renewal rate annually, never below the minimum guarantee in your contract.
Tax Deferral
Hypothetical example: $100K at 3% grows to $180,611 after 20 years (vs. $149,765 taxable)Interest compounds without current income tax, allowing faster growth. You only pay taxes when you withdraw money or take distributions.
Purchase-Payment Guarantee
100% of principal protectionIf you surrender the contract, you're guaranteed to receive at least your total purchase payments (minus any prior withdrawals and their charges).
Flexible Withdrawals
Access starting as soon as 30 days after contract issueWithdraw up to 10% annually without charge during the guarantee period. Systematic withdrawals as low as $100/month or partial withdrawals of $500+ anytime.
Penalty-Free Withdrawal Exceptions
Full access in qualifying life eventsNo charges for required minimum distributions (RMDs), terminal illness (after year 1), nursing home confinement (after 90 days), or death benefits.
Annuity Income Options
Payments as low as $240/month; minimum 5-30 year periods for period-certain optionsConvert your contract to guaranteed lifetime income with choices including Life Only, Life with Period Certain, Life with Cash/Installment Refund, and Joint Life options for two people.
Withdrawal Charge Schedule
Zero charges in year 8+ across all options3-year period: 8% years 1-2, 7% year 3. 5-year period: 8% years 1-2, 7% years 3-4, 6% year 5. 7-year period: 8% years 1-2, 7% years 3-4, 6% year 5, 5% year 6, 4% year 7.
Death Benefit / Beneficiary Protection
Direct transfer to heirs; no probate delays or costsIf you die before annuitizing, your contract value passes directly to designated beneficiaries, avoiding probate. Spouse beneficiaries can continue the contract.
Tax-Deferred Nonqualified Contracts
Favorable tax treatment compared to standard investmentsFor nonqualified (non-IRA) contracts, only the interest portion of income payments is taxable—your cost basis comes out tax-free. Taxes spread over time via annuity exclusion formula.
Highlights
Guaranteed interest rates locked in for 3, 5, or 7 years with no market risk to your principal
Tax-deferred growth means your money compounds without annual income taxes until withdrawal
Multiple annuity income options for life, including joint life choices for you and a spouse
Access to your money through systematic or partial withdrawals, plus penalty-free withdrawals for specific life events
Built-in death benefit protection that passes directly to beneficiaries, avoiding probate delays
Surrender Schedule
Yr 1
8%
Yr 2
8%
Yr 3
7%
Yr 4
7%
Yr 5
6%
Yr 6
5%
Yr 7
4%
After
0%
Nursing home waiver, RMD waiver, Terminal illness waiver
Best For
Retirees and near-retirees who prioritize safety and predictable income over market growth, want tax-deferred accumulation, and need flexibility to access funds if life circumstances change.
Consider Alternatives If
Investors seeking market-linked returns, those with short time horizons (under 3 years), or individuals already using IRAs or 401(k)s as the primary tax-deferred vehicle, since annuities duplicate that tax benefit.
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