HANS GOLDSTEIN
Annuity Review Carrier: Fidelity & Guaranty Life Insurance Company AM Best: A- Last updated: 2026-06-27

F&G Prosperity Elite 10 FIA Review (2026)

Quick take: F&G Prosperity Elite 10 is the 10-year bonus FIA from F&G — 5-9% upfront premium bonus + higher caps than Prosperity Elite 7 in exchange for 10-year lock. A- rated, strong bonus FIA option.

TL;DR — F&G Prosperity Elite 10


Live Rate Snapshot — June 2026 (estimated)

Crediting StrategyCurrent (est.)Minimum Guaranteed
Premium bonus (upfront)5-9%Vested over 10 years
S&P 500 1-yr cap8.0-10.0%1-2%
S&P 500 2-yr participation100-130%10-20%
Fixed 1-yr rate~3.5-4.0%1.0%

Term-specific mechanics — 10-year contract

Surrender schedule (10-year)

YearSurrender ChargeBonus Vesting
110%10%
29%20%
38%30%
47%40%
56%50%
65%60%
74%70%
83%80%
92%90%
101%100%
11+0%100%

Free withdrawal

10% per contract year. RMDs penalty-free.

MVA

Two-way MVA above 10% free band.

Minimum guaranteed values

Cap floor 1-2%; fixed 1.0%.

Why the 10-year version vs the 7-year sibling

What we like

What we don't

Who this version is best for

Persona: 55-65 year old placing $100K–$500K who wants A-rated bonus FIA at standard 10-year duration, willing to commit full term.

Not a fit: Buyers who want max cap rate (Power Accumulator 10 better). Buyers who can't commit 10 years (Prosperity Elite 7).

vs other F&G FIA terms (sibling pages)

vs competitor 10-year bonus FIAs

ProductAM BestBonusS&P Cap (est)Notes
F&G Prosperity Elite 10A-5-9%8.0-10.0%This product
SILAC Denali Bonus 10B+8-12%6.0-8.0%Weaker credit, bigger bonus
Athene Ascent Pro Bonus 7A+5-10%6.5-8.0%A+ shorter surrender

Scoring frameworks

DBQS

Full accumulation at death. DBQS: 7/10.

IQS

No income rider on Prosperity Elite. IQS: 3/10.

GPS

Bonus + higher caps in family. GPS: 7/10.

Goldstein Complexity Index

A core part of every Goldstein review. The more complex an annuity, the worse the rating in this dimension — because complexity is where buyers get burned. Simple products (SPIAs, MYGAs) score low; products with stacked bonuses + income riders + MVA + multiple crediting strategies score high.

This product's score: 58/100 — Grade B (Moderate)

Standard bonus FIA mechanics; A- carrier; 10-year commitment requires understanding renewal-rate behavior.

Score breakdown

DimensionScoreWhat this measures
Riders2/10Optional riders on some variants.
Crediting strategies6/10S&P 1-yr cap, 2-yr participation, fixed.
Surrender complexity6/1010-year + MVA + bonus recapture.
Benefit-base separation2/10Single accumulation.
Bonus + recapture7/105-9% bonus over 10-year vesting.

How to read this

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the bonus free?
No — offset by lower caps vs Power Accumulator 10 (~100 bps gap).
Early surrender?
Lose unvested bonus + surrender charge.
Cap renewal risk?
Yes — 1-2% floor.
Prosperity Elite 10 vs Power Accumulator 10?
Power Accumulator 10 higher caps, no bonus. Prosperity Elite 10 bonus, lower caps.
Taxation?
Tax-deferred.
State guaranty?
Yes.
F&G under FNF ownership?
Yes — F&G is part of Fidelity National Financial. Monitor renewal-rate behavior.

Sources cited

  1. AnnuityRateWatch broker-channel synthesis, June 2026
  2. Annuity.org FIA leaderboards
  3. AnnuityAdvantage FIA listings
  4. F&G Annuities & Life
  5. NOLHGA

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Bottom line

F&G Prosperity Elite 10 is a strong A- bonus FIA with 5-9% upfront bonus and competitive caps. For buyers willing to commit 10 years, this offers a balanced bonus+cap structure. F&G Power Accumulator 10 (same carrier, no bonus, higher caps) is the better pick for buyers who don't need visible upfront credit.

Carrier Financial Strength Ratings · Fidelity & Guaranty Life Insurance Company
AM Best
A-
S&P
A-
Moody's
A3
Fitch
A-
Weiss
KBRA
COMDEX
80/100
Renewal Rate Integrity: Fair
FNF ownership; renewal-rate behavior monitored.
Customer Service: Fair
A- carrier; advisor-channel responsive.
Ratings reflect publicly-reported AM Best, S&P, Moody's, Fitch, Weiss, and KBRA assessments as of 2026. COMDEX is a composite percentile score (0–100). Always confirm current ratings against carrier filings before purchasing.

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Disclosure

This review reflects publicly available product materials and approximate rates as of the date stated above. Annuity rates, caps, participation rates, payout factors, and crediting methods change frequently — typically monthly. Always confirm current values against the most recent carrier disclosure document and the actual contract before purchasing. This article is general information for educational purposes; it is not a personalized recommendation, solicitation, or offer of any specific product. Hans Goldstein is an independent licensed insurance producer (NPN 20602398) appointed with multiple A-rated carriers; the producer's specific appointment status with the carrier discussed in this review may vary, and this review is not an endorsement or representation of carrier appointment. No compensation has been received from any carrier in connection with the publication of this review. Always read the actual contract and consult a licensed advisor before purchasing any annuity. Past index performance does not predict future credited interest. Annuities are long-term contracts with surrender charges; they are not suitable for funds you may need before the end of the surrender period. AM Best ratings and tax treatment are subject to change.

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