American Equity Investment Life Holding Company is a life insurance company in the U.S. AEL issues fixed index and rate annuities, as well as single premium immediate annuities. It markets its products through brokers/agents, banks, and registered investment advisors. Its financing receivables consist of commercial, agricultural, and residential mortgages. AEL was incorporated in 1995 and is headquartered in West Des Moines, IA.