# The Standard > Official The Standard business agent. The Standard provides insurance, retirement and investment products and workplace benefits for individuals, families… ## Ask it a question The Standard answers for itself at https://api.hailera.com/mcp/standard. A client that speaks MCP can connect to that address; the tool is ask_standard and the protocol is 2026-07-28. Where this file and the agent disagree, the agent is current. ## About The Standard The Standard is a provider of insurance, retirement and investment products and services. With a history dating back to 1906, the company focuses on helping individuals, families, businesses and organizations achieve financial wellness and peace of mind. Their offerings include workplace benefits such as life insurance, disability insurance and retirement solutions. The Standard is committed to community support and creating a lasting impact through a combination of expertise, empathy and straightforward guidance. The company's legal name is Standard Insurance Company, based in Portland, Oregon, and it operates under the marketing name "The Standard." The Standard Life Insurance Company of New York, located in White Plains, New York, serves clients only in New York. Learn more about their history and offerings through the "Get to Know The Standard" section on their website. Source: https://www.standard.com ## Where The Standard works Lists Pooler, New York City, White Plains, and Portland as a location. Names Oregon, United States, New York City, White Plains, and Portland as a service area. Areas beyond these are not published. ## Accreditation and credentials Insurance and Workplace Benefits Offered by The Standard The Standard offers a wide range of insurance products and workplace benefits designed to meet the needs of employers and their employees. Their offerings include: - Life and AD&D Insurance - Short Term Disability Insurance - Long Term Disability Insurance - Paid Family and Medical Leave - Dental Insurance - Vision Insurance - Accident Insurance - Cancer Insurance - Critical Illness Insurance - Hospital Indemnity Insurance - Voluntary Life Insurance - Supplemental Insurance in New York - Retirement Plans These products are designed to provide financial security and a comprehensive benefits package for employees, and they can be tailored to fit the specific needs of different organizations. The Standard also supports employers with benefits administration, small business solutions and programs such as the Workplace Possibilities℠ program, which focuses on proactive, whole-person support to help employees stay at work or return to work safely. Source: https://www.standard.com ## Hours and contact Contacting The Standard For support or inquiries about The Standard's products and services, potential and current customers can reach out to their knowledgeable teams. Customers can: - File a claim or request a leave. - Find and download forms. - Create or access an online account. - Connect with sales or service representatives in various locations. The main corporate locations include Standard Insurance Company, based in Portland, Oregon, and The Standard Life Insurance Company of New York, located in White Plains, New York and serving New York residents. For detailed and up-to-date contact information, including phone numbers, mailing addresses and online contact options, visit the Contact Us section of The Standard's website at https://www.standard.com/contact-us. Source: https://www.standard.com ## Annuities and Income Solutions Annuities and Income Solutions From The Standard The Standard offers a range of annuity products designed to help clients balance growth potential with protection and to provide options for guaranteed income in retirement. These solutions are available through financial professionals and are supported with tools, resources and service. Types of Annuities - Fixed Index Annuities (FIAs) Help clients benefit from market-linked growth potential while providing protection from market downturns. - Multi-Year Guaranteed Annuities (MYGAs) Offer a combination of safety, tax-deferred growth and rate guarantees, with products such as Focused Growth Annuity, Multi-Choice Annuity and Flexible-Premium Deferred Annuity. - Immediate Annuities Provide guaranteed income options through products such as Restricted SPIA and Tailored Income Annuity. Support for Financial Professionals The Standard supports brokers and advisors with: - Online tools to create annuity illustrations. - An Annuity Portal for policy information, reporting and documents. - Marketing toolkits and sales materials. - Training resources and regular updates on annuity topics and market trends. Financial professionals can contact The Standard to learn more about annuity options, tools and support for growing their business. Source: https://www.standard.com ## Resources for Brokers and Advisors The Standard works with brokers and advisors to help them meet their clients' needs and grow their businesses. Product and Solution Areas Brokers and advisors can access products and solutions in these areas: - Insurance Benefits – Group insurance and workplace benefits designed to support employers and employees. - Retirement Plans – Services and plan designs that help sponsors manage plans and support participant retirement readiness. - Stable Value Investments – Investment options focused on principal protection and steady returns. - Individual Disability Insurance – Income protection solutions that can be tailored to individual client needs. - Annuities – A range of annuity products to support accumulation and guaranteed income strategies. Practice Support and Services The Standard offers: - Absence Management solutions that focus on consistent service and employee experience. - Strategic technology partnerships and integrations to simplify benefits administration. - Support and resources related to Pooled Employer Plans (PEPs) for retirement plans. - Access to articles, insights and media coverage on industry trends and best practices. Brokers and advisors can connect with a local representative to learn more about how The Standard can support their clients and practices. Source: https://www.standard.com ## Retirement Solutions Retirement Solutions From The Standard The Standard offers well-designed retirement plans to help employees prepare for retirement, including flexible plan types that can be customized based on the needs of the organization and its employees. Plan types include: - 401(k), Profit Sharing and Money Purchase Plans for businesses, with different contribution and matching options. - 403(b) Plans for public schools, colleges and universities, churches and certain tax-exempt organizations. - 457(b) Plans for eligible state and local government employees. - Defined Benefit Plans that promise a monthly retirement income at retirement based on earnings and years of service. Their retirement solutions feature simplified administration, services that can help reduce fiduciary risk and participant tools and online services to support retirement readiness. The Standard also offers Stable Value Funds that are record kept at book value so participants receive principal and interest regardless of market conditions, helping add stability to retirement plans. Source: https://www.standard.com ## What The Standard has not published yet These are things people ask The Standard that its published information does not yet cover. - prices - product availability - guaranteed investment returns - tax or legal advice - specific claim or benefit approval outcomes - contract terms or policy coverage beyond published summaries - exact processing or payout times Ask anyway — the agent will say plainly that it is not published rather than guess. ## Where this comes from https://www.standard.com