Ricardo Machado - Western & Southern Life

03/24/2026

Markets feeling unpredictable lately? You’re not alone. Some people may be asking the same questions:

🔵 How do I protect what I’ve built?
🔵 Can I still pursue growth without taking on big risks?
🔵 What if my retirement lasts longer than expected?

That’s where solutions like a fixed indexed annuity can come into the conversation. Products like Indextra®️ are designed to help protect principal, offer growth potential tied in part to market performance, and provide access to optional lifetime income.

If market volatility has you thinking differently about the future, it may be worth learning more. Reach out to your financial representative to explore whether this approach fits your overall strategy.

https://www.westernsouthern.com/wslife/products/annuities/fixed-annuity/indextra-annuity

07/10/2025

What Is 20 Pay Life Insurance—and Why Should You Care?
When it comes to life insurance, one size doesn’t fit all. That’s where 20 Pay Life Insurance comes in—a flexible option for those who want lifetime coverage without paying premiums forever.

🔍 Here’s how it works: With a 20 Pay Life policy, you pay premiums for just 20 years. After that, your policy is fully paid up—but your coverage lasts for your entire life. No more payments, just coverage*.

✅ Key Benefits:
• Lifetime protection with limited payment commitment
• Cash value accumulation that builds over time
• Ideal for long-term planning and legacy building
• Great for those who want to lock in premiums early and be done with payments by retirement

🎯 Whether you're planning for your family's future, building tax-advantaged wealth, or just want to simplify your financial life, 20 Pay Life could be a powerful tool in your strategy.

Have questions about how it fits into your financial plan? Let’s connect!

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*Note: Excessive borrowing against the cash value or surrender of policy can terminate the policy.

07/09/2025

Income that’s guaranteed. Income that arrives regularly. Income that can last a lifetime.

Retirement income through an annuity matters.

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07/08/2025

🎆 Fireworks... Family... and Friends

All these can brighten your 4th of July! After you celebrate Independence Day, let's take a moment to assess your financial independence.

At The Western and Southern Life Insurance Company, we're here to help illuminate your path towards a brighter financial future. 💼✨

02/09/2025

A steady stream of payouts when you retire that can last a lifetime and never run out no matter what happens with rates, or markets, or inflation …

Ask about a retirement income annuity today because it's not just retirement income it's retirement freedom.

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02/07/2025

Are you looking for a career that challenges you, helps you grow, and allows you to make a real impact? At Western & Southern Life, we are seeking motivated, driven professionals who are ready to take their careers to the next level.

Whether you’re a recent graduate, a military veteran, an industry professional, or new to financial services, we welcome candidates from all backgrounds who have strong interpersonal skills and a passion for helping others.

If you’re ready to put your skills, knowledge, and ambition to work in a career that offers stability, growth, and purpose, join us today.

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02/01/2025

At Western & Southern, we’re committed to supporting our associates in achieving their career aspirations. Whether it’s earning a promotion, exploring a new direction or expanding your knowledge through development opportunities, we provide the resources you need to thrive.

Take Ben Alge, president of Touchstone Investments, as an example. Ben started his journey with us as a leadership development program associate, gaining diverse experiences across the business before arriving in his current role at Touchstone.



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01/31/2025

While you may not think life insurance is essential if you don’t have a spouse or kids, it may still be necessary. Depending on your situation, you may need a policy to provide adequate protection.

Read the article below to learn why you should consider life insurance, even if you’re single.

You may have financial obligations, or simply want to lock in a low rate.

01/30/2025

Four ways to hit your family savings goals in 2025.

Experts and parents share tips for saving money in 2025 and beyond.

01/29/2025

Don’t miss the boat when it comes to making contributions toward your 2024 IRA.

You have until April 15, 2025, to steer toward a contribution of $7,000 (or $8,000 for those 50 or older).

Take control of the helm by adding funds to your IRA!

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10/14/2024

Approximately 4.1 million Americans will turn 65 each year through 2027, more than at any prior time in history. *

Many people need to make decisions about Medicare enrollment, retirement savings, and whether to retire or not.

If you are one of them, let’s talk to help prepare you for your next exciting journey of life.

Ricardo Machado
682-970-8395

*Source: America to Hit Peak 65 in 2024, Shattering Retirement Records, https://www.protectedincome.org/news/america-to-hit-peak-65-in-2024-shattering-retirement-records/, accessed on Feb. 11, 2024

2024 is predicted to be a record-breaking year for retirement in the United States, with an average of 11,000 Americans turning 65 each day until December. A report from the Alliance for Lifetime Income refers to this phenomenon as “peak 65” or the “silver tsunami,” as it represents the larg...