Paragon is a regular savings policy that sets a new paradigm, as it’s specifically designed for the longer term. It’s aimed at helping you, the more discerning client, meet your financial goals,especially for retirement.
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Contents
03 The 360˚ advantage
04 Paragon
05 Investing in the Isle of Man
06 Flexibility and choice
08 Investing for a secure future
12 Reaping the rewards
16 Excelling in service
17 Building your Paragon policy
18 Taking the next step
19 Important information
To ensure that you have all the information you need to make a
decision, this Brochure should be read in conjunction with the
Key Features and Investment Guide.
The Terms and Conditions and further information are available
upon request from your financial adviser.
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The 360˚ advantage
360° perfectly describes our global business model and
vision to provide superior investment, protection and
tax-planning solutions. Headquartered on the Isle of Man,
we are a genuine worldwide business helping clients in
the Far East, Africa, the Middle East and the UK. We’re
200 people strong, and we currently look after some £2.2
billion in assets for our clients*.
Isle of Man location
Our offshore base on the Isle of Man, one of the world’s
leading offshore financial jurisdictions, brings our
international clients much greater scope for tax efficiency.
This is combined with an outstanding reputation for
investor protection and supervision, resulting in an AA+
risk rating from Standard & Poor’s (as at November 2012)
and an AAA rating from Moody’s (as at November 2010).
Matching vision with precision
While we take a global approach to providing well-rounded
financial solutions, we’ve also earned a reputation for
creating highly flexible, bespoke plans with some very
fine and distinctive points. We like to think our people
are rather fine and distinctive too; taking personal
responsibility for delivering all-encompassing premium
administration and support.
All of which helps explain why we don’t aim for just
a degree of outperformance, but for 360 degrees of
excellence.
* Source: RL360°, as at 30 September 2013.
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Paragon
Success and excellence are ultimately what we are all
striving for. Whether that’s in relation to our careers,
families or life in general, we all want the very best out of
life that we possibly can.
At RL360°, we believe that when it comes to financial ar-
rangements, you should not be looking for anything less.
That is why Paragon from RL360° has been devised to be
as ambitious and enterprising as you are.
An investment vehicle that aims to help you grow
your wealth, Paragon provides dynamic and exciting
opportunities for investment.
Paragon is a regular premium investment policy that allows
you to invest your money for the future. It does not matter
whether you are looking to invest for future education fees,
your retirement, or if you just want to build up a lump sum
for the future – the important thing is Paragon aims to help
you reach your personal financial goals.
Your money, your policy
With that in mind, we have designed Paragon to be as
flexible as possible, giving you the ability to structure
a policy that can grow and evolve, as your investment
needs change.
With Paragon, we have brought together all the best
elements of an investment policy, from maximum
product flexibility, to an extensive fund range and first
class servicing.
Flexibility and choice
Flexible options mean that if your circumstances change
in the future and you need to increase or decrease your
premiums, change your payment frequency, invest a lump
sum or even take a premium holiday, with Paragon you
can. It is all about building a policy that suits you and your
circumstances, and providing the flexibility to alter that
policy as you need to, subject to the policy rules.
World class funds
In order to achieve the investment strategy that best
suits your needs, we have brought together a range of
quality funds covering a wide selection of asset classes
and sectors from some of the most well-regarded fund
management groups in the industry.
Over time your risk profile may alter or your
circumstances may change, but it’s comforting to
remember that you will have the freedom to adapt your
fund choices accordingly.
You should be aware, however, that the value of your
investment can fall as well as rise and is not guaranteed.
Service excellence
At RL360° we pride ourselves on offering excellent
customer service; it is quite simply the lifeblood of
our business. Whether it is online, in writing or on the
phone, we do everything we can to ensure we deliver a
consistent and dependable service. It matters that your
experience of dealing with us is easy, enjoyable and
professional at all times.
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Investing in the Isle of Man
RL360° is based in the Isle of Man, a location firmly
established as one of the world’s leading financial
offshore centres. The Isle of Man is a British Crown
dependency which has enjoyed the stability of its own
Government for over 1,000 years, having one of the
oldest established parliaments anywhere in the world.
Over the last 25 years the Isle of Man has developed into
one of the largest offshore insurance and investment
centres in the world, renowned as a leading base for
international life assurance business due to extensive
financial regulation.
Our regulation in the Isle of Man ensures professional and
sound management which guarantees that the interests
of investors are protected.
It is from here that we have built a strong reputation for
providing quality service and products in the international
and expatriate markets.
Policyholder protection
Owners of policies issued by RL360 Insurance
Company Limited receive the protection of the Isle
of Man Compensation of Policyholders protection
scheme, which covers an amount equal to 90%
(subject to the provisions of the scheme) of RL360°’s
liability where it is unable to meet its financial
obligations. RL360° reserve the right to adjust the
returns to cater for any levy or charge made on
it under the regulations or similar legislation.
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Flexibility and choice
To ensure that any investment you make suits your future
financial and lifestyle needs, flexibility and choice should
be key elements for consideration. After all, you know
what suits you best, so we’ve made sure that Paragon can
accommodate many of the changes you might need to
make to your policy as the years go by.
For example you might start your Paragon policy putting
money aside for a rainy day, but as life progresses,
planning for future education expenses or funding your
retirement may take priority.
Paragon from RL360° provides the ideal investment
policy and its built-in flexibility will ensure that your policy
can change with you to take account of your financial
situation and lifestyle changes.
Premium flexibility
There are various ways in which you can structure
your Paragon policy, from currency choice to premium
frequency and payment options.
Currency - Premiums can be accepted in the following
currencies:
Sterling (GBP)
Euro (EUR)
United States dollars (USD)
Premium frequency – You can make 2 types of payment
to your policy – regular premiums and single premium
injections. Regular premiums can be made monthly,
quarterly, half yearly or yearly and the minimum
premiums are as follows:
Additional single premium injections of at least GBP1,500/
EUR2,250/USD3,000 can be made at any time, and there
is no maximum. So if you receive a windfall in the future
such as a bonus from work or other investment proceeds,
you can easily top up your Paragon policy.
Payment options – Monthly and quarterly investors
can choose to pay their premiums by credit card,
standing order or direct debit (UK and Channel Island
bank accounts only). For those investors who prefer to
contribute on a half yearly or yearly basis, premiums
can be paid by credit card, standing order, direct debit,
telegraphic transfer, banker’s draft or cheque.
Regular premiums
Policy
currency Monthly Quarterly Half yearly Yearly
GBP 100 300 600 1,000
EUR 150 450 900 1,500
USD 200 600 1,200 2,000
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Flexibility and choice continued
Taking a break
To make Paragon as flexible as possible, we have also
allowed for you to take premium holidays. As long as
you fulfil the necessary criteria, further details of which
can be found in the Key Features, you can enjoy up
to 2 years’ break from paying your premiums, with no
additional charges incurred, although standard charges
will continue to apply. Perfect if life throws a few
unexpected hurdles in your way.
Access to your money
Paragon also lets you take withdrawals to use as you
wish, as and when you need them. As long as your policy
has been running for 5 years, withdrawals can be taken
monthly, quarterly, termly (i.e. on a 4 monthly basis), half
yearly, yearly or on an ad hoc basis. So, whether you need
to fund regular school term fees, supplement your income
in retirement, or you need access to a lump sum, Paragon
can provide you with the access you need.
The minimum withdrawal amount that can be taken is
USD500 or currency equivalent. The total of all regular
withdrawals in any policy year are limited to a maximum of
15% of the surrender value at the start of the policy year.
You should be aware that, if you make regular withdrawals
which exceed the growth in your policy, the value of your
investment will be eroded.
Is Paragon right for me?
Paragon is open to individuals, companies and trustees
and the minimum age for individual investors is 18 years
of age. The policy is available on a single or joint life
last death basis, with a maximum of 2 lives assured and
for individual investors there can be a maximum of 2
policyholders.
Premiums should be paid for a minimum of 5 years and
you can choose to contribute to the policy for as long as
you wish, up to a maximum age of 70.
Children’s Plans
If you are interested in investing on behalf of a child or
grandchild, we also offer Children’s Plans, an ideal way to
easily invest for a child’s future.
Indeed, what better gift to give a child than the gift
of financial freedom. Whether the policy is used to
provide an education, a deposit on a house, or to set up
a business, Children’s Plans offer an excellent vehicle to
provide for future generations, whilst providing possible
valuable tax benefits for the investor.
You should be aware however, that tax legislation varies
from country to country therefore advice should also be
sought from a financial adviser prior to investment.
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Investing for a secure future
At RL360°, we believe that choosing the right investment
strategy is an exciting and important part of helping you
to achieve your future financial goals.
Paragon can help you reach your future goals by
providing access to a comprehensive menu of funds
from a range of well renowned fund managers.
Offering a broad choice of investment styles, asset classes,
risk profiles, currency denominations and geographical
sectors, the funds all have a common aim – to help you
build your wealth.
Your policy, your funds
Within Paragon we offer a quality choice of individual
funds that you and your financial adviser can use to build
a portfolio to match your personal needs and aspirations.
Whether you are interested in investing in more
traditional asset classes such as equities or bonds,
or prefer to diversify into specialist sectors such as
emerging markets and alternative funds, we believe
Paragon offers the funds that suit your needs, both now
and in the future.
Leaving it to the experts
If you are not sure about where you should be
investing your money, do not have the time
to continually monitor investment markets or
would prefer to leave it to the experts, the fund
options include a range of managed funds.
If you want to control the risk to your investment through
your choice of funds or are looking for expertise in global
diversification, managed funds could provide the answer.
Run by professional fund managers, they offer a wide
choice of options, from the more traditionally managed
fund investing in all the major asset classes to more
focused managed equity funds.
For more details, and to find a fund that fits your needs,
please refer to our Investment Guide.
So, the choice is yours – whether you want the freedom
to make your own portfolio decisions with your financial
adviser, or you would rather bring in some additional
expertise, with Paragon you can.
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Risk and return
An important step towards creating a successful
investment portfolio is ensuring the funds you select meet
your investment risk profile, in other words ensuring you
are comfortable with the amount of risk your investment
could be subject to.
You may be prepared to accept a higher degree of risk
in your policy to achieve potentially higher returns, or
you may prefer a more cautious approach where your
exposure to risk is reduced, but with the possibility of
lowering your returns.
Whatever your views, we believe Paragon has a solution
that is right for you.
From the lower risk money market funds to balanced
managed and higher risk specialist equity funds, we
believe that the Paragon fund range offers access to the
main asset classes and specialist sectors from which to
help you meet your investment objectives.
Flexibility
Remember, once you have made your decision, you
are not tied to it. As markets change and your financial
objectives evolve over the years, you can switch between
funds (currently free of charge) and redirect future
premiums into new funds whenever you want.
For further information about Paragon and for more
details on the fund managers and their funds, please refer
to the Investment Guide.
Investing for a secure future continued
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Reaping the rewards
We all know that it’s important to make provision for the
future and that’s why we’ll do all we can to help you make
that regular, financial commitment to a secure future.
To help you take that first step towards planning for your
future, as well as offering flexible premium options and a
comprehensive range of investment choices, at RL360°
we give you an incentive to invest.
Premium allocation
Depending on how much you decide to invest, the
percentage of the premium that is invested in your policy
can increase from 100% to as much as 107%.
Please note that the above table applies to regular
premiums only.
A thank you from us to you
What is more, to say thank you for investing with us
and to reward you for making that commitment to your
future, Paragon offers a loyalty bonus to all its investors.
As long as all the premiums have been paid, RL360° will
pay a loyalty bonus of 1% per year of the accumulated
fund value. The starting policy anniversary from which
the loyalty bonus will be paid is dependent upon the
premium term (please see examples on following
page). Additional bonuses will also be paid on further
policy anniversaries, which are again dependent on the
premium term.
Please note that the loyalty bonus will be paid on
regular contributions only, and does not apply to single
premium injections.
For further details, please refer to page 5 of the Key
Features – “How is the loyalty bonus calculated?”
Annualised
premium GBP
EUR
equivalent
USD
equivalent
Premium
percentage
1,000 to 1,499
1,500 to
2,249
2,000 to
2,999
100%
1,500 to 1,799
2,250 to
2,699
3,000 to
3,599
101%
1,800 to 2,399
2,700 to
3,599
3,600 to
4,799
103%
2,400 to
3,599
3,600 to
5,399
4,800 to
7,199
105%
3,600 and
above
5,400 and
above
7,200 and
above
107%
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How does it work?
Let us take a look at a couple of examples.
Example 1
This example is based on a Paragon policy with a 10-year
premium term, in which USD500 per month is invested.
As long as all the premiums have been paid, on the
third policy anniversary bonus units of 1% will be added,
increasing the value of the fund.
The policy will continue to receive further regular
bonuses of 1% each and every year and, in addition, at
the end of the 5th and 10th policy years, further bonus
units totalling 7% of the fund value will also be paid.
If we look at the graph we can see that the bonuses
paid could add over USD9,000 – over 15% of the total
premiums paid over the term.
Example 1 – 10 year policy
Regular bonuses Additional bonuses
Loyaltybonus(USD)
End of policy year
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The above graph assumes a growth rate of 5.0% and is net of the contract charge and any external fund management
charges that apply. The figures are for illustration purposes only and are not guaranteed. You might get back more or less
than this. The situation is designed solely to provide an example of the potential growth of a Paragon policy assuming
USD500 per month is invested over a 10 year period. Specialist advice should be taken before any investment is made
or tax strategy implemented. Please note that the loyalty bonus will be paid on regular contributions only, and does not
apply to single premium injections. The percentage of the loyalty bonus may be varied in the future at the discretion of
RL360°. For further details on the loyalty bonus, please refer to the Key Features.
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Loyaltybonus(USD)
End of policy year
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Example 2
This time, let us look at a Paragon policy with a 20-year
premium term, in which USD200 per month is invested.
As long as all the premiums have been paid, on the sixth
policy anniversary, bonus units of 1% will be added,
increasing the value of the fund.
The policy will continue to receive further regular bonuses
of 1% each and every year and, in addition, at the end
of the 10th and 15th policy years, further bonus units
totalling 7% of the fund value will also be paid. If we look
at the graph we can see that the bonuses paid could add
over USD9,900 – over 20% of the total premiums paid
over the term.
Regular bonuses Additional bonuses
The above graph assumes a growth rate of 5.0% per annum and is net of the contract charge and any external fund
management charges that apply. The figures are for illustration purposes only and are not guaranteed. You might get back
more or less than this. The situation is designed solely to provide an example of the potential growth of a Paragon policy
assuming USD200 per month is invested over a 20 year period. Specialist advice should be taken before any investment is
made or tax strategy implemented. Please note that the loyalty bonus will be paid on regular contributions only, and does
not apply to single premium injections. The percentage of the loyalty bonus may be varied in the future at the discretion
of RL360°. For further details on the loyalty bonus, please refer to the Key Features.
Example 2 – 20 year policy
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Excelling in service
We realise excellent customer service is a vital
component when it comes to ensuring your policy runs
smoothly. That’s why we place service at the centre of
everything we do.
Our technology
We are at our best when we are online. That is why
Paragon offers the technology to make the administration
of your policy as simple as it can be. We also back this up
with quality personal, technical and administrative support.
For example, once you have registered to access
our secure Online Service Centre, you will be able to
download your policy valuations in just a couple of clicks.
By using our online servicing capabilities, both you and
your financial adviser can benefit from a fast and efficient
service from RL360°.
Our people
At RL360° we will always strive to deliver a consistent and
dependable service for our customers.
So, if you or your financial adviser want to speak to
someone about your policy, either through our main
office in the Isle of Man, or to a local contact in one of our
regional offices, we will do our best to ensure that any
queries are answered quickly and efficiently.
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Building your Paragon policy
With Paragon, we’ve brought together all the elements
you need to create your tailored investment policy for
the future.
If you are looking for an investment policy that aims at
nothing less than growing your wealth, in the way that
suits you best, then we believe that Paragon is the perfect
match for your ambition.
In Paragon, we have created a product that combines
flexibility, a diverse range of funds and excellent servicing
and administration.
Paragon has been built to be as ambitious and
enterprising as you are, and it has been brought to the
market place by a strong and reliable company that you
can entrust with your wealth and with your future.
All you have to do now is bring the pieces together, in the
way that you want and look forward to an exciting and
dynamic future.
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Taking the next step
If you have read the Brochure, Investment Guide and Key
Features, you are ready to take control of your financial
future. The next phase is to follow our simple 4 step guide
on how to take out Paragon.
Step 1
Your financial adviser can request a Personal Illustration to
accompany the Key Features.
Step 2
Complete the Application Form, following any instructions
noted. If you are paying by direct debit, standing order or
credit card, please ensure the relevant payment instruction
form is completed and returned with the Application Form.
For half-yearly and yearly investors, if you are paying by
cheque, you should make the cheque payable to “RL360
Insurance Company Limited” and enclose it with your
Application Form. If you are investing by telegraphic
transfer, you should ensure that you complete the relevant
section in the Application Form.
Step 3
After reviewing the Investment Guide, and with the help
of your financial adviser, select the funds for your initial
investment choice. Remember you can switch funds
whenever you want, and also redirect any future premiums
to different funds to reflect your changing needs, in
conjunction with your financial adviser.
Step 4
Ask your financial adviser to send the completed
Application Form, Personal Illustration and payment to:
RL360°
RL360 House
Cooil Road
Douglas
Isle of Man
IM2 2SP
British Isles
Alternatively, you can send it to your nearest regional
office, further details of which can be found on the back
page of this Brochure.
After that
Once all information required has been received and
your policy has been issued, we will send you a Policy
Schedule and a copy of the Terms and Conditions to
welcome you as a RL360° customer.
On each policy anniversary thereafter we’ll send
you a summary statement via your financial adviser,
detailing the status of your policy. In addition, you and
your financial adviser can get immediate up to date
information on your policy at any time at www.rl360.com,
our safe and secure online service for clients and advisers.
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Important information
This Brochure should be read in conjunction with the Key
Features and Investment Guide before completing the
Application Form.
Taxation
You benefit from the tax efficiency of an Isle of Man based
life assurance policy. Under Isle of Man law, there is no
liability to tax on the income or capital gains of the various
funds. So, apart from any withholding tax that may be
deducted at source on income arising from investments
held in some countries which cannot be reclaimed by us,
your investment grows without any further deductions of
Isle of Man tax. Please remember, that as a policyholder,
you will be responsible for any tax liability that may arise as
a result of your country of residence or citizenship.
For information relating to your own tax circumstances
you should consult your financial adviser. The value of tax
benefits depends on individual circumstances and can
change in the future.
Law
The information contained in this Brochure is based on
our current understanding as at January 2013 of the
relevant areas of law and taxation. Whilst great care
has been taken to ensure the information is correct,
we cannot accept responsibility for its interpretation
or give legal advice.
Paragon is governed by Isle of Man law. This document
gives a brief guide to the policy. Full details are contained
in the policy Terms and Conditions and the Policy
Schedule (including any Endorsements) which, together
with the Application Form and Key Features, will form
the legally binding contract between you and RL360
Insurance Company Limited.
Complaints
If you wish to complain about any aspect of your policy
please consult your financial adviser or write to our Head
of Customer Services at our head office address.
Complaints about our products or service will be dealt
with in accordance with the Complaints Handling Policy, a
copy of which is available on request.
If a complaint regarding the administration of the policy
is not dealt with to your satisfaction you can refer it to
the Financial Services Ombudsman Scheme for the Isle
of Man, Isle of Man Office of Fair Trading, Government
Buildings, Lord Street, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM1 1LE.
Telephone +44 (0)1624 686500.
General information
The value of your investments may fall as well as rise. If you
surrender your policy, particularly during the early years,
you may get back less than the premiums paid. Paragon is
a regular premium life assurance savings policy. You may
not get back the full value of your investment.
For further information on Paragon, please consult your
financial adviser.
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New Business
RL360 House, Cooil Road, Douglas,
Isle of Man, IM2 2SP, British Isles.
Tel: +44 (0)1624 681 578 Fax: +44 (0)1624 690 578
Email: newbusiness@rl360.com
Servicing
RL360 House, Cooil Road, Douglas,
Isle of Man, IM2 2SP, British Isles.
Tel: +44 (0)1624 681 682 Fax +44 (0)1624 677 336
Email: csc@rl360.com
Issued by RL360 Insurance Company Limited. Registered Office: RL360
House, Cooil Road, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM2 2SP, British Isles. Telephone:
+44 (0)1624 681681. Telephone calls may be recorded. Fax: +44 (0)1624
677336 or Website: www.rl360.com. RL360 Insurance Company Limited
is authorised by the Isle of Man Government Insurance and Pensions
Authority. Registered in the Isle of Man number 053002C. A member of
the Association of International Life Offices.
Representative Office – Dubai
Office 1402, 14th Floor, Single Business Tower,
Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai, UAE.
Tel: +971 4378 2700
Email: dubai@rl360.com
Regional Office – Hong Kong
Suite 3605, The Center,
99 Queen’s Road Central, Hong Kong.
Tel: +852 3929 4333 Fax: +852 2169 0181
Email: hongkong@rl360.com
Website
www.rl360.com