About us – Northwestern Whole Life

About Northwestern Whole Life

A better way to money® starts here.

A better conversation uncovers the opportunities that can lead to a better plan and a life better than you ever imagined. It's what your advisor is there for. And it's why we do what we've been doing for over 165 years.

What a better way to money® means for you.

Better conversations

Our financial advisors are expert listeners who ask deeper questions to understand your goals and priorities, revealing blind spots and opportunities others miss.

Better solutions

Our exclusive portfolio of financial products is designed to meet you where you are, at every stage in your life, identifying and addressing any gaps you might have.

Better outcomes

Independent research analysis has shown that our comprehensive approach to planning can lead to better long-term outcomes.

We believe in putting people first.

As a mutual company, people are our DNA. We don't have shareholders, so instead of reporting to Wall Street, we answer to our policyowners. And since our company belongs to them, our profits go to them in the form of dividends.⁴ Not only is Northwestern Whole Life's dividend payout larger than our two closest competitors combined,⁵ we've paid them every year since 1872³. So when we do well, you do well, too.

We believe in the expertise of our financial advisors.

Your financial go-to. Your trusted partner who helps you continue to reach goal after goal. These expert listeners hear what's most important to you and put the right financial options and strategies into a personalized plan designed to make it happen. All in a pressure-free, judgment-free environment. Here's a little more about what it's like to work with our financial advisors.

Earning accolades and serving as thought leaders across the industry, our advisors bring a broader perspective that goes beyond your portfolio. For those with substantial means, discover our exclusive approach to private wealth management.

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