American Equity Investment Life Holding Company, through its various subsidiaries, is a U.S.-based provider of life insurance solutions. The company's offerings include a range of annuity products, specifically fixed index, fixed rate, and single premium immediate annuities. It relies on a network of independent distribution channels, such as independent marketing organizations, broker-dealers, banks, and registered investment advisors, to market its products. The firm was established in 1995 and maintains its corporate headquarters in West Des Moines, Iowa.