Mony Life Insurance Co Of America S-1/A 18 Apr 17 2016 FY IPO registration (amended) Financial data

DOCUMENT AND ENTITY INFORMATION

DOCUMENT AND ENTITY INFORMATION - USD ($)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Apr. 18, 2017
Document And Entity Information [Abstract]
Document Type	S1
Document Period End Date	Dec. 31, 2016
Document Fiscal Period Focus	FY
Document Fiscal Year Focus	2,016
Amendment Flag	false
Entity Registrant Name	MONY LIFE INSURANCE CO OF AMERICA
Entity Central Index Key	835,357
Entity Current Reporting Status	Yes
Entity Voluntary Filers	No
Current Fiscal Year End Date	--12-31
Entity Filer Category	Non-accelerated Filer
Entity Well-known Seasoned Issuer	No
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding		2,500,000
Entity Public Float	$ 0

BALANCE SHEETS

BALANCE SHEETS - USD ($) $ in Millions	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
ASSETS:
Fixed maturities available for sale, at fair value (amortized cost $1,099 and $898)	$ 1,109	$ 906
Mortgage loans on real estate	17	0
Policy loans	176	159
Other invested assets	75	89
Total investments	1,377	1,154
Cash and cash equivalents	138	176
Amounts due from reinsurers	1,260	1,299
Deferred policy acquisition costs	374	364
Value of business acquired	0	9
Deferred cost of reinsurance	57	63
Current and deferred income tax receivables	27	1
Other assets	22	15
Separate Accounts’ assets	1,747	1,701
Total Assets	5,002	4,782
LIABILITIES
Policyholders’ account balances	2,403	2,158
Future policy benefits and other policyholders liabilities	351	389
Other liabilities	78	60
Separate Accounts’ liabilities	1,747	1,701
Total liabilities	4,579	4,308
Commitments and contingent liabilities (Notes 2, 5, 7, 8, and 11)
SHAREHOLDER’S EQUITY
Common stock, $1.00 par value, 5.0 million shares authorized, 2.5 million issued and outstanding	2	2
Capital in excess of par value	323	320
Retained earnings	91	147
Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)	7	5
Total shareholder's equity	423	474
Total Liabilities and Shareholder’s Equity	$ 5,002	$ 4,782

BALANCE SHEETS (PARENTHETICALS)

BALANCE SHEETS (PARENTHETICALS) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Common stock, par value (in usd per share)	$ 1	$ 1
Common stock, shares authorized (in shares)	5,000,000	5,000,000
Common stock, shares issued (in shares)	2,500,000	2,500,000
Common stock, shares outstanding (in shares)	2,500,000	2,500,000
Fixed Maturities
Fixed maturities available for sale, amortized cost	$ 1,099	$ 898

STATEMENTS OF EARNINGS (LOSS)

STATEMENTS OF EARNINGS (LOSS) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
REVENUES
Universal life and investment-type product policy fee income	$ 196	$ 152	$ 91
Premiums	4	1	1
Net investment income (loss):
Investment income (loss) from derivatives	18	(9)	13
Other investment income (loss)	42	38	37
Net investment income (loss)	60	29	50
Investment gains (losses), net:
Total other-than-temporary impairment losses	(3)	(1)	(10)
Portion of loss recognized in other comprehensive income (loss)	0	0	0
Net impairment losses recognized	(3)	(1)	(10)
Other investment gains (losses), net	(1)	0	4
Total investment gains (losses), net	(4)	(1)	(6)
Equity in earnings (loss) of AllianceBernstein	6	5	1
Other income (loss)	8	9	8
Total revenues	270	195	145
BENEFITS AND OTHER DEDUCTIONS
Policyholders’ benefits	34	39	31
Interest credited to policyholders’ account balances	69	36	39
Compensation and benefits	59	36	29
Commissions	114	121	73
Amortization of deferred policy acquisition costs and value of business acquired, net	(1)	(73)	(64)
Amortization of deferred cost of reinsurance	7	8	8
Other operating costs and expenses	77	58	39
Total benefits and other deductions	359	225	155
Earnings (loss), before income taxes	(89)	(30)	(10)
Income tax (expense) benefit	33	13	5
Net Earnings (Loss)	$ (56)	$ (17)	$ (5)

STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INC

STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Statement of Comprehensive Income [Abstract]
Net earnings (loss)	$ (56)	$ (17)	$ (5)
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax [Abstract]
Change in unrealized gains (losses), net of reclassification adjustment	2	(12)	9
Total other comprehensive income (loss), net of income taxes	2	(12)	9
Comprehensive Income (Loss)	$ (54)	$ (29)	$ 4

STATEMENTS OF SHAREHOLDER_S EQU

STATEMENTS OF SHAREHOLDER’S EQUITY - USD ($) $ in Millions	Total	Common Stock	Additional Paid-in Capital	Retained Earnings	Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)	Parent
Beginning of year at Dec. 31, 2013		$ 2	$ 315	$ 169	$ 8
Changes in capital in excess of par value			2
Net earnings (loss)	$ (5)			(5)
Other comprehensive income (loss)	9				9
End of year at Dec. 31, 2014		2	317	164	17	$ 500
Changes in capital in excess of par value			3
Net earnings (loss)	(17)			(17)
Other comprehensive income (loss)	(12)				(12)
End of year at Dec. 31, 2015	474	$ 2	320	147	5	474
Changes in capital in excess of par value			3
Net earnings (loss)	(56)			(56)
Other comprehensive income (loss)	2				2
End of year at Dec. 31, 2016	$ 423		$ 323	$ 91	$ 7	$ 423

STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS

STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Statement of Cash Flows [Abstract]
Net earnings (loss)	$ (56)	$ (17)	$ (5)
Adjustments to reconcile net earnings (loss) to net cash provided by (used in) operating activities:
Interest credited to policyholders’ account balances	69	36	39
Universal life and investment-type product policy fee income	(196)	(152)	(91)
(Income) loss from derivative instruments	(18)	9	(13)
Investment (gains) losses, net	4	1	6
Dividends from AB Units	5	5	5
Equity in earnings from AB	(6)	(5)	(1)
Amortization of deferred reinsurance costs	7	8	8
Deferred policy acquisition costs and value of business acquired	(1)	(73)	(64)
Future policy benefits	(4)	10	28
Current and deferred income taxes	(26)	(13)	(67)
Other, net	31	0	(22)
Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities	(191)	(191)	(177)
Cash flows from investing activities:
Fixed maturities, available for sale	128	105	166
Mortgage loans on real estate	0	0	31
Fixed maturities, available for sale	(333)	(153)	(314)
Mortgage loans on real estate	(17)	0	0
Cash settlement related to derivative instruments	(13)	(7)	1
Change in policy loans	(17)	(9)	(9)
Other, net	(3)	(3)	(37)
Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities	(255)	(67)	(162)
Cash flows from financing activities:
Deposits	455	445	297
Withdrawals	(59)	(20)	(16)
Transfer (to) from Separate Accounts	(20)	(38)	(41)
Change in collateralized pledged liabilities	32	0	7
Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities	408	387	247
Change in cash and cash equivalents	(38)	129	(92)
Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of year	176	47	139
Cash and Cash Equivalents, End of Year	138	176	47
Schedule of non-cash financing activities:
Non-cash asset acquisition	7	0	0
Share-based Programs	3	3	2
Income taxes (refunded) paid	$ (7)	$ 1	$ 63

ORGANIZATION

ORGANIZATION	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Organization [Abstract]
ORGANIZATION	ORGANIZATION MONY Life Insurance Company of America (“MLOA”) is an Arizona stock life insurance corporation. MLOA’s primary business is providing life insurance and employee benefit products to both individuals and businesses. MLOA is a wholly-owned subsidiary of AXA Equitable Financial Services, LLC (“AEFS”). AEFS is a wholly-owned subsidiary of AXA Financial, Inc. (“AXA Financial” and together with its consolidated subsidiaries “AXA Financial Group”). AXA Financial is an indirect, wholly-owned subsidiary of AXA, a French holding company for the AXA Group, a worldwide leader in financial protection.

SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES

SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Accounting Policies [Abstract]
SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES	SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES Basis of Presentation The preparation of the accompanying financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (“U.S. GAAP”) requires management to make estimates and assumptions (including normal, recurring accruals) that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting periods. Actual results could differ from these estimates. The accompanying financial statements reflect all adjustments necessary in the opinion of management for a fair presentation of the financial position of MLOA and its results of operations and cash flows for the periods presented. The years “ 2016 ”, “ 2015 ” and “ 2014 ” refer to the years ended December 31, 2016 , 2015 and 2014 , respectively. Certain reclassifications have been made in the amounts presented for prior periods to conform those periods to the current presentation. Adoption of New Accounting Pronouncements In January 2017, the Financial Accounting Standard Board (“FASB”) issued new guidance that amends the definition of a business to provide a more robust framework for determining when a set of assets and activities is a business. The definition primarily adds clarity for evaluating whether certain transactions should be accounted for as acquisitions/dispositions of assets or businesses, the latter subject to guidance on business combinations, but also may interact with other areas of accounting where the defined term is used, such as in the application of guidance on consolidation and goodwill impairment. The new guidance is effective for fiscal years ending December 31, 2018. MLOA elected to early adopt the new guidance for the year ending December 31, 2016 to account for the purchase of certain employer-sponsored benefits contracts from an un-affiliated entity as an asset acquisition rather than an acquisition of a business. In August 2014, the FASB issued new guidance which requires management to evaluate whether there is “substantial doubt” about the reporting entity’s ability to continue as a going concern and provide related footnote disclosures about those uncertainties, if they exist. The new guidance was effective for annual periods, ending after December 15, 2016 and interim periods thereafter. Implementation of this guidance did not have a material impact on MLOA’s financial statements. Future Adoption of New Accounting Pronouncements In August 2016, the FASB issued new guidance to simplify elements of cash flow classification. The new guidance is intended to reduce diversity in practice in how certain transactions are classified in the statement of cash flows. The new guidance is effective for interim and annual periods beginning after December 15, 2017 and should be applied using a retrospective transition method. Management is currently evaluating the impact that adoption of this guidance will have on the MLOA’s financial statements. In June 2016, the FASB issued new guidance related to the accounting for credit losses on financial instruments. The new guidance introduces an approach based on expected losses to estimate credit losses on certain types of financial instruments. It also modifies the impairment model for available-for-sale debt securities and provides for a simplified accounting model for purchased financial assets with credit deterioration since their origination. The new guidance is effective for interim and annual periods beginning after December 15, 2019 with early adoption permitted for annual periods beginning after December 15, 2018. Management is currently evaluating the impact that adoption of this guidance will have on the MLOA’s financial statements. In March 2016, the FASB issued new guidance simplifying the transition to the equity method of accounting. The amendment eliminates the requirement that when an investment qualifies for use of the equity method as a result of an increase in the level of ownership interest or degree of influence, an investor must adjust the investment, results of operations and retained earnings retroactively on a step-by-step basis as if the equity method had been in effect during all previous periods that the investments had been held. The amendment is effective for interim and annual periods beginning after December 15, 2016 and should be applied prospectively upon their effective date to increases in the level of ownership interest or degree of influence that result in the adoption of the equity method. The amendment is not expected to have a material impact on the MLOA’s financial statements. Investments The carrying values of fixed maturities classified as available-for-sale (“AFS”) are reported at fair value. Changes in fair value are reported in comprehensive income. The amortized cost of fixed maturities is adjusted for impairments in value deemed to be other than temporary which are recognized in Investment gains (losses), net. The redeemable preferred stock investments that are reported in fixed maturities include real estate investment trusts (“REIT”), perpetual preferred stock and redeemable preferred stock. These securities may not have a stated maturity, may not be cumulative and do not provide for mandatory redemption by the issuer. MLOA determines the fair values of fixed maturities and equity securities based upon quoted prices in active markets, when available, or through the use of alternative approaches when market quotes are not readily accessible or available. These alternative approaches include matrix or model pricing and use of independent pricing services, each supported by reference to principal market trades or other observable market assumptions for similar securities. More specifically, the matrix pricing approach to fair value is a discounted cash flow methodology that incorporates market interest rates commensurate with the credit quality and duration of the investment. MLOA’s management, with the assistance of its investment advisors, monitors the investment performance of its portfolio and reviews AFS securities with unrealized losses for other-than-temporary impairments (“OTTI”). Integral to this review is an assessment made each quarter, on a security-by-security basis, by the Investments Under Surveillance (“IUS”) Committee, of various indicators of credit deterioration to determine whether the investment security is expected to recover. This assessment includes, but is not limited to, consideration of the duration and severity of the unrealized loss, failure, if any, of the issuer of the security to make scheduled payments, actions taken by rating agencies, adverse conditions specifically related to the security or sector, the financial strength, liquidity, and continued viability of the issuer and, for equity securities only, the intent and ability to hold the investment until recovery, and results in identification of specific securities for which OTTI is recognized. If there is no intent to sell or likely requirement to dispose of the fixed maturity security before its recovery, only the credit loss component of any resulting OTTI is recognized in earnings (loss) and the remainder of the fair value loss is recognized in Other Comprehensive Income (“OCI”). The amount of credit loss is the shortfall of the present value of the cash flows expected to be collected as compared to the amortized cost basis of the security. The present value is calculated by discounting management’s best estimate of projected future cash flows at the effective interest rate implicit in the debt security prior to impairment. Projections of future cash flows are based on assumptions regarding probability of default and estimates regarding the amount and timing of recoveries. These assumptions and estimates require use of management judgment and consider internal credit analyses as well as market observable data relevant to the collectability of the security. For mortgage- and asset-backed securities, projected future cash flows also include assumptions regarding prepayments and underlying collateral value. Policy loans are stated at unpaid principal balances. Equity securities, which include common stock and non-redeemable preferred stock classified as AFS securities, are carried at fair value and are included in Other invested assets with changes in fair value reported in OCI. Units in AllianceBernstein L.P. (“AB”), a subsidiary of AXA Financial, are carried on the equity method and reported in Other invested assets. Short-term investments are reported at amortized cost that approximates fair value and are included in Other invested assets. Cash and cash equivalents includes cash on hand, amounts due from banks and highly liquid debt instruments purchased with an original maturity of three months or less. Due to the short-term nature of these investments, the recorded value is deemed to approximate fair value. All securities owned, including United States government and agency securities and mortgage-backed securities, are reported in the financial statements on a trade date basis. Derivatives Derivatives are financial instruments whose values are derived from interest rates, foreign exchange rates, financial indices, values of securities or commodities, credit spreads, market volatility, expected returns, and liquidity. Values can also be affected by changes in estimates and assumptions, including those related to counterparty behavior and non-performance risk used in valuation models. Derivative financial instruments generally used by MLOA include equity options and may be exchange-traded or contracted in the over-the-counter market. All derivative positions are carried in the balance sheets at fair value, generally by obtaining quoted market prices or through the use of valuation models. Freestanding derivative contracts are reported in the balance sheets either as assets within “Other invested assets” or as liabilities within “Other liabilities.” MLOA nets the fair value of all derivative financial instruments with counterparties for which a standardized “ISDA Master Agreement” and related Credit Support Annex (“CSA”) have been executed. MLOA uses derivatives to manage asset/liability risk but has not designated those economic relationships under the criteria to qualify for hedge accounting treatment. All changes in the fair value of MLOA freestanding derivative positions, including net receipts and payments, are included in “Investment income (loss) from derivative instruments” without considering changes in the fair value of the economically associated assets or liabilities. MLOA is a party to financial instruments and other contracts that contain “embedded” derivative instruments. At inception, MLOA assesses whether the economic characteristics of the embedded instrument are “clearly and closely related” to the economic characteristics of the remaining component of the “host contract” and whether a separate instrument with the same terms as the embedded instrument would meet the definition of a derivative instrument. When those criteria are satisfied, the resulting embedded derivative is bifurcated from the host contract, carried in the balance sheets at fair value, and changes in its fair value are recognized immediately and captioned in the statements of earnings (loss) according to the nature of the related host contract. For certain financial instruments that contain an embedded derivative that otherwise would need to be bifurcated and reported at fair value, the Company instead may elect to carry the entire instrument at fair value. Mortgage Loans on Real Estate (“mortgage loans”): Mortgage loans are stated at unpaid principal balances, net of unamortized discounts and valuation allowances. Valuation allowances are based on the present value of expected future cash flows discounted at the loan’s original effective interest rate or on its collateral value if the loan is collateral dependent. However, if foreclosure is or becomes probable, the collateral value measurement method is used. For commercial mortgage loans, an allowance for credit loss is typically recommended when management believes it is probable that principal and interest will not be collected according to the contractual terms. Factors that influence management’s judgment in determining allowance for credit losses include the following: • Loan-to-value ratio - Derived from current loan balance divided by the fair market value of the property. An allowance for credit loss is typically recommended when the loan-to-value ratio is in excess of 100% . In the case where the loan-to-value is in excess of 100% , the allowance for credit loss is derived by taking the difference between the fair market value (less cost of sale) and the current loan balance. • Debt service coverage ratio - Derived from actual net operating income divided by annual debt service. If the ratio is below 1.0 x, then the income from the property does not support the debt. • Occupancy - Criteria varies by property type but low or below market occupancy is an indicator of sub-par property performance. • Lease expirations - The percentage of leases expiring in the upcoming 12 to 36 months are monitored as a decline in rent and/or occupancy may negatively impact the debt service coverage ratio. In the case of single-tenant properties or properties with large tenant exposure, the lease expiration is a material risk factor. • Maturity - Mortgage loans that are not fully amortizing and have upcoming maturities within the next 12 to 24 months are monitored in conjunction with the capital markets to determine the borrower’s ability to refinance the debt and/or pay off the balloon balance. • Borrower/tenant related issues - Financial concerns, potential bankruptcy, or words or actions that indicate imminent default or abandonment of property. • Payment status - current vs. delinquent - A history of delinquent payments may be a cause for concern. • Property condition - Significant deferred maintenance observed during lenders annual site inspections. • Other - Any other factors such as current economic conditions may call into question the performance of the loan. Net Investment Income (Loss), Investment Gains (Losses), Net and Unrealized Investment Gains (Losses) Realized investment gains (losses) are determined by identification with the specific asset and are presented as a component of revenue. Changes in the valuation allowances are included in Investment gains (losses), net. Unrealized investment gains (losses) on fixed maturities and equity securities designated as AFS held by MLOA are accounted for as a separate component of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (“AOCI”), net of related deferred income taxes and amounts attributable to Deferred Acquisition Cost (“DAC”) and value of business acquired (“VOBA”) related to variable life and investment-type products. Changes in unrealized gains (losses) reflect changes in fair value of only those fixed maturities classified as AFS and do not reflect any changes in fair value of policyholders’ account balances and future policy benefits. Fair Value of Financial Instruments Fair value is defined as the exchange price that would be received for an asset or paid to transfer a liability (an exit price) in the principal or most advantageous market for the asset or liability in an orderly transaction between market participants on the measurement date. The accounting guidance established a fair value hierarchy that requires an entity to maximize the use of observable inputs and minimize the use of unobservable inputs when measuring fair value, and identifies three levels of inputs that may be used to measure fair value: Level 1 Unadjusted quoted prices for identical instruments in active markets. Level 1 fair values generally are supported by market transactions that occur with sufficient frequency and volume to provide pricing information on an ongoing basis. Level 2 Observable inputs other than Level 1 prices, such as quoted prices for similar instruments, quoted prices in markets that are not active, and inputs to model-derived valuations that are directly observable or can be corroborated by observable market data. Level 3 Unobservable inputs supported by little or no market activity and often requiring significant management judgment or estimation, such as an entity’s own assumptions about the cash flows or other significant components of value that market participants would use in pricing the asset or liability. MLOA defines fair value as the unadjusted quoted market prices for those instruments that are actively traded in financial markets. In cases where quoted market prices are not available, fair values are measured using present value or other valuation techniques. The fair value determinations are made at a specific point in time, based on available market information and judgments about the financial instrument, including estimates of the timing and amount of expected future cash flows and the credit standing of counterparties. Such adjustments do not reflect any premium or discount that could result from offering for sale at one time MLOA’s entire holdings of a particular financial instrument, nor do they consider the tax impact of the realization of unrealized gains or losses. In many cases, the fair value cannot be substantiated by direct comparison to independent markets, nor can the disclosed value be realized in immediate settlement of the instrument. Management is responsible for the determination of the value of investments carried at fair value and the supporting methodologies and assumptions. Under the terms of various service agreements, MLOA often utilizes independent valuation service providers to gather, analyze, and interpret market information and derive fair values based upon relevant methodologies and assumptions for individual securities. These independent valuation service providers typically obtain data about market transactions and other key valuation model inputs from multiple sources and, through the use of widely accepted valuation models, provide a single fair value measurement for individual securities for which a fair value has been requested. As further described below with respect to specific asset classes, these inputs include, but are not limited to, market prices for recent trades and transactions in comparable securities, benchmark yields, interest rate yield curves, credit spreads, quoted prices for similar securities, and other market-observable information, as applicable. Specific attributes of the security being valued also are considered, including its term, interest rate, credit rating, industry sector, and when applicable, collateral quality and other security- or issuer-specific information. When insufficient market observable information is available upon which to measure fair value, MLOA either will request brokers knowledgeable about these securities to provide a non-binding quote or will employ widely accepted internal valuation models. Fair values received from independent valuation service providers and brokers and those internally modeled or otherwise estimated are assessed for reasonableness. To validate reasonableness, prices also are internally reviewed by those with relevant expertise through comparison with directly observed recent market trades. Recognition of Insurance Income and Related Expenses Deposits related to variable life and investment-type contracts are reported as increases to policyholders’ account balances. Revenues from these contracts consist of fees assessed during the period against policyholders’ account balances for mortality charges, policy administration charges and surrender charges. Policy benefits and claims that are charged to expense include benefit claims incurred in the period in excess of related policyholders’ account balances. Premiums from non-participating traditional life and annuity policies with life contingencies generally are recognized in income when due. Benefits and expenses are matched with such income so as to result in the recognition of profits over the life of the contracts. This match is accomplished by means of the provision for liabilities for future policy benefits and the deferral and subsequent amortization of DAC. For contracts with a single premium or a limited number of premium payments due over a significantly shorter period than the total period over which benefits are provided, premiums are recorded as revenue when due with any excess profit deferred and recognized in income in a constant relationship to insurance in-force or, for annuities, the amount of expected future benefit payments. DAC and VOBA DAC. Acquisition costs that vary with and are primarily related to the acquisition of new and renewal insurance business, reflecting incremental direct costs of contract acquisition with independent third parties or employees that are essential to the contract transaction, as well as the portion of employee compensation, including payroll fringe benefits and other costs directly related to underwriting, policy issuance and processing, medical inspection, and contract selling for successfully negotiated contracts including commissions, underwriting, agency and policy issue expenses, are deferred. DAC is subject to recoverability testing at the time of policy issue and loss recognition testing at the end of each accounting period. After the initial establishment of reserves, premium deficiency and loss recognition tests are performed each period end using best estimate assumptions as of the testing date without provisions for adverse deviation. When the liabilities for future policy benefits plus the present value of expected future gross premiums for the aggregate product group are insufficient to provide for expected future policy benefits and expenses for that line of business (i.e., reserves net of any DAC asset), DAC would first be written off and thereafter, if required, a premium deficiency reserve would be established by a charge to earnings. VOBA. VOBA, which arose from MLOA’s 2004 acquisition by AXA Financial, was established in accordance with purchase accounting guidance for business combinations. VOBA is the actuarially determined present value of estimated future gross profits from insurance contracts in force at the date of the acquisition. VOBA is amortized over the expected life of the contracts (up to 50 years from the date of issue) according to the type of contract using the methods described below as applicable. VOBA is subject to loss recognition testing at the end of each accounting period. Amortization Policy. For universal life (“UL”) and investment type products, DAC and VOBA are amortized over the expected total life of the contract group as a constant percentage of estimated gross profits arising principally from investment results, Separate Account fees, mortality and expense margins and surrender charges based on historical and anticipated future experience, updated at the end of each accounting period. When estimated gross profits are expected to be negative for multiple years of a contract life, DAC and VOBA are amortized using the present value of estimated assessments. The effect on the amortization of DAC and VOBA of updates to estimated gross profits or assessments is reflected in earnings in the period such estimated gross profits or assessments are updated. A decrease in expected gross profits or assessments would accelerate DAC and VOBA amortization. Conversely, an increase in expected gross profits or assessments would slow DAC and VOBA amortization. The effect on the DAC and VOBA assets that would result from realization of unrealized gains (losses) is recognized with an offset to AOCI in shareholders’ equity as of the balance sheet date. A significant assumption in the amortization of DAC and VOBA on variable and interest-sensitive life insurance relates to projected future Separate Account performance. Management sets estimated future gross profit or assessment assumptions related to Separate Account performance using a long-term view of expected average market returns by applying a reversion to the mean approach, a commonly used industry practice. This future return approach influences the projection of fees earned, as well as other sources of estimated gross profits. Returns that are higher than expectations for a given period produce higher than expected account balances, increase the fees earned resulting in higher expected future gross profits and lower DAC and VOBA amortization for the period. The opposite occurs when returns are lower than expected. In applying this approach to develop estimates of future returns, it is assumed that the market will return to an average gross long-term return estimate, developed with reference to historical long-term equity market performance. In 2015, based upon management’s current expectations of interest rates and future fund growth, MLOA updated its reversion to the mean (“RTM”) assumption from 9.0% to 7.0% . The average gross long term return measurement start date was also updated to December 31, 2014. Management has set limitations as to maximum and minimum future rate of return assumptions, as well as a limitation on the duration of use of these maximum or minimum rates of return. At December 31, 2016 , the average gross short-term and long-term annual return estimate on variable and interest-sensitive life insurance was 7.0 % ( 5.63 % net of product weighted average Separate Account fees), and the gross maximum and minimum short-term annual rate of return limitations were 15.0 % ( 13.63 % net of product weighted average Separate Account fees) and 0.0 % (1.37) % net of product weighted average Separate Account fees), respectively. The maximum duration over which these rate limitations may be applied is 5 years. This approach will continue to be applied in future periods. These assumptions of long-term growth are subject to assessment of the reasonableness of resulting estimates of future return assumptions. If actual market returns continue at levels that would result in assuming future market returns of 15.0 % for more than 5 years in order to reach the average gross long-term return estimate, the application of the 5 year maximum duration limitation would result in an acceleration of DAC and VOBA amortization. Conversely, actual market returns resulting in assumed future market returns of 0.0% for more than 5 years would result in a required deceleration of DAC and VOBA amortization. In addition, projections of future mortality assumptions related to variable and interest-sensitive life products are based on a long-term average of actual experience. This assumption is updated quarterly to reflect recent experience as it emerges. Improvement of life mortality in future periods from that currently projected would result in future deceleration of DAC and VOBA amortization. Conversely, deterioration of life mortality in future periods from that currently projected would result in future acceleration of DAC and VOBA amortization. Generally, life mortality experience has been improving in recent years. Other significant assumptions underlying gross profit estimates for UL and investment-type products relate to contract persistency and General Account investment spread. Deferred Cost of or Gain on Reinsurance MLOA currently cedes an in-force book of life insurance and annuity policies written primarily prior to 2004 to Protective Life Insurance Company (“Protective Life”). As a result of the reinsurance agreement MLOA recorded a deferred cost of reinsurance asset. The cost of or gain on reinsurance at the inception of a coinsurance treaty, defined as the difference between the initial coinsurance premium paid and the amount of the net liabilities relating to the underlying reinsured policies in accordance with the reinsurance agreement, net of the ceded commission received is deferred and amortized over the lives of the underlying policies. Policyholders’ Account Balances and Future Policy Benefits Policyholders’ account balances for variable life and investment-type contracts are equal to the policy account values. The policy account values represent an accumulation of gross premium payments plus credited interest less expense and mortality charges and withdrawals. MLOA had issued certain variable annuity products with a guaranteed minimum death benefit (“GMDB”) feature. MLOA also had issued certain variable annuity products that contained a guaranteed minimum income benefit (“GMIB”) feature which, if elected by the policyholder after a stipulated waiting period from contract issuance, guarantees a minimum lifetime annuity based on predetermined annuity purchase rates that may be in excess of what the contract account value can purchase at then-current annuity purchase rates. This minimum lifetime annuity is based on predetermined annuity purchase rates applied to a GMIB base. Reserves for GMDB and GMIB obligations are calculated on the basis of actuarial assumptions related to projected benefits and related contract charges generally over the lives of the contracts using assumptions consistent with those used in estimating gross profits for purposes of amortizing DAC and VOBA. The determination of this estimated liability is based on models that involve numerous estimates and subjective judgments, including those regarding expected market rates of return and volatility, contract surrender and withdrawal rates, mortality experience, and, for contracts with the GMIB feature, GMIB election rates. Assumptions regarding Separate Account performance used for purposes of this calculation are set using a long-term view of expected average market returns by applying a reversion to the mean approach, consistent with that used for DAC and VOBA amortization. There can be no assurance that actual experience will be consistent with management’s estimates. MLOA’s variable annuity contracts with GMDB and GMIB features in-force that guarantee one of the following: • Return of Premium: the benefit is the greater of current account value or premiums paid (adjusted for withdrawals); • Ratchet: the benefit is the greatest of current account value, premiums paid (adjusted for withdrawals), or the highest account value on any anniversary up to contractually specified ages (adjusted for withdrawals); • Roll-Up: the benefit is the greater of current account value or premiums paid (adjusted for withdrawals) accumulated at contractually specified interest rates up to specified ages; or • Combo: the benefit is the greater of the ratchet benefit or the roll-up benefit which may include a five-year or an annual reset. In connection with the reinsurance agreement with Protective Life, MLOA has reinsured 100% of the risk associated with variable annuity products with GMDB and GMIB features. Reinsurance recoverable balances were calculated using methodologies and assumptions that are consistent with those used to calculate the direct liabilities. For non-participating traditional life insurance policies, future policy benefit liabilities are estimated using a net level premium method on the basis of actuarial assumptions as to mortality, persistency and interest established at policy issue. Assumptions established at policy issue as to mortality and persistency are based on MLOA’s experience that, together with interest and expense assumptions, includes a margin for adverse deviation. Benefit liabilities for traditional annuities during the accumulation period are equal to accumulated contractholders’ fund balances and, after annuitization, are equal to the present value of expected future payments. When the liabilities for future policy benefits plus the present value of expected future gross premiums for a product are insufficient to provide for expected future policy benefits and expenses for that product, DAC and VOBA are written off and thereafter, if required, a premium deficiency reserve is established by a charge to earnings. Separate Accounts Generally, Separate Accounts established under Arizona State Insurance Law are not chargeable with liabilities that arise from any other business of MLOA. Separate Accounts assets are subject to General Account claims only to the extent Separate Accounts assets exceed Separate Accounts liabilities. Assets and liabilities of the Separate Accounts represent the net deposits and accumulated net investment earnings (loss) less fees, held primarily for

INVESTMENTS (Notes)

INVESTMENTS (Notes)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Investments, Debt and Equity Securities [Abstract]
INVESTMENTS	INVESTMENTS Fixed Maturities The following table provides information relating to fixed maturities classified as AFS: Available-for-Sale Securities by Classification Amortized Cost Gross Unrealized Gains Gross Unrealized Losses Fair Value OTTI in AOCI (1) December 31, 2016: Fixed Maturity Securities: Public corporate $ 819 $ 16 $ 8 $ 827 $ — Private corporate 205 5 2 208 — U.S. Treasury, government and agency 36 — 1 35 — States and political subdivisions 6 — — 6 — Commercial mortgage-backed 24 7 7 24 1 Redeemable preferred stock 9 — — 9 — Total at December 31, 2016 $ 1,099 $ 28 $ 18 $ 1,109 $ 1 December 31, 2015: Fixed Maturity Securities: Public corporate $ 631 $ 16 $ 10 $ 637 $ — Private corporate 183 4 2 185 — U.S. Treasury, government and agency 29 — — 29 — States and political subdivisions 6 1 — 7 — Commercial mortgage-backed 32 6 7 31 1 Redeemable preferred stock 17 — — 17 — Total at December 31, 2015 $ 898 $ 27 $ 19 $ 906 $ 1 (1) Amounts represent OTTI losses in AOCI, which were not included in earnings (loss) in accordance with current accounting guidance. The contractual maturities of AFS fixed maturities at December 31, 2016 are shown in the table below. Bonds not due at a single maturity date have been included in the table in the final year of maturity. Actual maturities may differ from contractual maturities because borrowers may have the right to call or prepay obligations with or without call or prepayment penalties. Available-for-Sale Fixed Maturity Securities Contractual Maturities at December 31, 2016 Amortized Cost Fair Value (In Millions) Due in one year or less $ 20 $ 20 Due in years two through five 179 187 Due in years six through ten 845 847 Due after ten years 22 22 Subtotal 1,066 1,076 Commercial mortgage-backed securities 24 24 Redeemable preferred stock $ 9 $ 9 Total $ 1,099 $ 1,109 The following table shows proceeds from sales, gross gains (losses) from sales and OTTI for AFS fixed maturities during 2016 , 2015 and 2014 : December 31, 2016 2015 2014 (In Millions) Proceeds from sales $ 49 $ 19 $ 39 Gross gains on sales $ 1 $ — $ 1 Gross losses on sales $ — $ — $ 1 Total OTTI $ (3 ) $ (1 ) $ (10 ) Non-credit losses recognized in OCI — — — Credit losses recognized in earnings (loss) $ (3 ) $ (1 ) $ (10 ) The following table sets forth the amount of credit loss impairments on fixed maturity securities held by MLOA at the dates indicated and the corresponding changes in such amounts. Fixed Maturity Securities - Credit Loss Impairments 2016 2015 (In Millions) Balances at January 1, $ (42 ) $ (51 ) Previously recognized impairments on securities that matured, paid, prepaid or sold 13 10 Recognized impairments on securities impaired to fair value this period (1) — — Impairments recognized this period on securities not previously impaired (3 ) — Additional impairments this period on securities previously impaired — (1 ) Increases due to passage of time on previously recorded credit losses — — Accretion of previously recognized impairments due to increases in expected cash flows — — Balances at December 31, $ (32 ) $ (42 ) (1) Represents circumstances where MLOA determined in the current period that it intends to sell the security or it is more likely than not that it will be required to sell the security before recovery of the security’s amortized cost. Net unrealized investment gains (losses) on fixed maturities and equity securities classified as AFS are included in the balance sheets as a component of AOCI. The table below presents these amounts as of the dates indicated: December 31, 2016 2015 (In Millions) AFS Securities: Fixed maturity securities: With OTTI loss $ 4 $ 4 All other 6 4 Net Unrealized (Gains) Losses $ 10 $ 8 Changes in net unrealized investment gains (losses) recognized in AOCI include reclassification adjustments to reflect amounts realized in Net earnings (loss) for the current period that had been part of OCI in earlier periods. The tables that follow below present a rollforward of net unrealized investment gains (losses) recognized in AOCI, split between amounts related to fixed maturity securities on which an OTTI loss has been recognized, and all other: Net Unrealized Gains (Losses) on Fixed Maturity Securities with OTTI Losses Net Unrealized Gains (Losses) on Investments Deferred Income Tax Asset(Liability) AOCI Gain (Loss) Related to Net Unrealized Investment Gains(Losses) (In Millions) Balance, January 1, 2016 $ 4 $ (2 ) $ 2 Net investment gains (losses) arising during the period (1 ) — (1 ) Reclassification adjustment for OTTI losses: Included in Net earnings (loss) 1 — 1 Impact of net unrealized investment gains (losses) on: Deferred income taxes — — — Balance, December 31, 2016 $ 4 $ (2 ) $ 2 Balance, January 1, 2015 $ (1 ) $ — $ (1 ) Net investment gains (losses) arising during the period 4 — 4 Reclassification adjustment for OTTI losses: Included in Net earnings (loss) 1 — 1 Impact of net unrealized investment gains (losses) on: Deferred income taxes — (2 ) (2 ) Balance, December 31, 2015 $ 4 $ (2 ) $ 2 All Other Net Unrealized Investment Gains (Losses) in AOCI Net Unrealized Gains (Losses) on Investments DAC and VOBA Deferred Income Tax Asset(Liability) AOCI Gain (Loss) Related to Net Unrealized Investment Gains (Losses) (In Millions) Balance, January 1, 2016 $ 4 $ (2 ) — $ 2 Net investment gains (losses) arising during the period (1 ) — — (1 ) Reclassification adjustment for OTTI losses: Included in Net earnings (loss) 3 — — 3 Impact of net unrealized investment gains (losses) on: DAC and VOBA — 2 — 2 Deferred income taxes — — (1 ) (1 ) Balance, December 31, 2016 $ 6 — $ (1 ) $ 5 Balance, January 1, 2015 $ 29 $ (2 ) $ (9 ) $ 18 Net investment gains (losses) arising during the period (24 ) — — (24 ) Reclassification adjustment for OTTI losses: Included in Net earnings (loss) (1 ) — — (1 ) Impact of net unrealized investment gains (losses) on: DAC and VOBA — — — — Deferred income taxes — — 9 9 Balance, December 31, 2015 $ 4 $ (2 ) — $ 2 The following tables disclose the fair values and gross unrealized losses of the 168 issues at December 31, 2016 and the 141 issues at December 31, 2015 of fixed maturities that are not deemed to be other-than-temporarily impaired, aggregated by investment category and length of time that individual securities have been in a continuous unrealized loss position for the specified periods at the dates indicated: Less Than 12 Months 12 Months or Longer Total Fair Value Gross Unrealized Losses Fair Value Gross Unrealized Losses Fair Value Gross Unrealized Losses (In Millions) December 31, 2016 Fixed Maturity Securities: Public corporate $ 292 $ 8 $ 12 $ — $ 304 $ 8 Private corporate 61 2 — — 61 2 U.S. Treasury, government and agency 21 1 — — 21 1 Commercial mortgage-backed 1 — 10 7 11 7 Redeemable preferred stock 9 — — — 9 — Total $ 384 $ 11 $ 22 $ 7 $ 406 $ 18 December 31, 2015 Fixed Maturity Securities: Public corporate $ 243 $ 9 $ 11 $ 1 $ 254 $ 10 Private corporate 58 2 — — 58 2 U.S. Treasury, government and agency 16 — — — 16 — Commercial mortgage-backed 4 — 13 7 17 7 Redeemable preferred stock — — 2 — 2 — Total $ 321 $ 11 $ 26 $ 8 $ 347 $ 19 MLOA’s investments in fixed maturity securities do not include concentrations of credit risk of any single issuer greater than 10% of the shareholder’s equity of MLOA, other than securities of the U.S. government, U.S. government agencies and certain securities guaranteed by the U.S. government. MLOA maintains a diversified portfolio of corporate securities across industries and issuers and does not have exposure to any single issuer in excess of 1.1% of total investments. The largest exposures to a single issuer of corporate securities held at December 31, 2016 and 2015 were $ 15 million and $15 million , respectively. Corporate high yield securities, consisting primarily of public high yield bonds, are classified as other than investment grade by the various rating agencies, i.e., a rating below Baa3/BBB- or the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (“NAIC”) designation of 3 (medium grade), 4 or 5 (below investment grade) or 6 (in or near default). At December 31, 2016 and 2015 , respectively, approximately $37 million and $42 million , or 3.4% and 4.7% , of the $1,099 million and $898 million aggregate amortized cost of fixed maturities held by MLOA were considered to be other than investment grade. These securities had net unrealized losses of $0 million and $1 million at December 31, 2016 and 2015 , respectively. At December 31, 2016 and 2015 , respectively, the $ 7 million and $8 million of gross unrealized losses of twelve months or more were concentrated in commercial mortgage-backed securities. In accordance with the policy described in Note 2, MLOA concluded that an adjustment to earnings for OTTI for these securities was not warranted at either December 31, 2016 or 2015 . At December 31, 2016 , MLOA did not intend to sell the securities nor will it likely be required to dispose of the securities before the anticipated recovery of their remaining amortized cost basis. At December 31, 2016 , the carrying value of fixed maturities that were non-income producing for the twelve months preceding that date was $1 million . Mortgage Loans The following table provides information relating to the loan-to-value and debt service coverage ratio for commercial mortgage loans at December 31, 2016 . The values used in these ratio calculations were developed as part of the periodic review of the commercial mortgage loan portfolio, which includes an evaluation of the underlying collateral value. Mortgage Loans by Loan-to-Value and Debt Service Coverage Ratios December 31, 2016 Debt Service Coverage Ratio Loan-to-Value Ratio: (2) Greater than 2.0x 1.8x to 2.0x 1.5x to 1.8x 1.2x to 1.5x 1.0x to 1.2x Less than 1.0x Total Mortgage Loans (In Millions) Commercial Mortgage Loans (1) 0% - 50% $ 17 $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — $ 17 50% - 70% — — — — — — — 70% - 90% — — — — — — — 90% plus — — — — — — — Total Commercial Mortgage Loans $ 17 $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — $ 17 (1) The debt service coverage ratio is calculated using the most recently reported net operating income results from property operations divided by annual debt service. (2) The loan-to-value ratio is derived from current loan balance divided by the fair market value of the property. The fair market value of the underlying commercial properties is updated annually. The following table provides information relating to the aging analysis of past due mortgage loans at December 31, 2016. 30-59 Days 60-89 Days 90 Days Or > Total Current Total Financing Receivables Recorded Investment Or > 90 Days and Accruing (In Millions) December 31, 2016: Total Commercial Mortgage Loans $ — $ — $ — $ — $ 17 $ 17 $ — Equity Method Investments The following table presents MLOA’s investment in 2.6 million units of AB (approximately 0.95% ownership) with a fair value of $61 million and $62 million at December 31, 2016 and 2015, respectively. MLOA’s investment in AB, an affiliate, is included in Other invested assets: 2016 2015 (In Millions) Balance at January 1, $ 63 $ 63 Equity in net earnings (loss) 6 5 Dividends received (5 ) (5 ) Other — — Balance at December 31, $ 64 $ 63 The tables below detail the condensed balance sheets and statements of earnings (loss) of AB and MLOA’s equity investment and equity in earnings (loss) of AB. December 31, 2016 2015 (In Millions) Balance Sheets: Total Assets $ 8,740 $ 7,436 Total Liabilities 4,279 3,368 Redeemable non-controlling interest 393 13 Total Partners’ Capital 4,068 4,055 Total Liabilities and Partners’ Capital $ 8,740 $ 7,436 MLOA’s Equity investment in AB $ 64 $ 63 2016 2015 2014 (In Millions) Statements of Earnings (Loss): Total revenues $ 3,029 $ 3,021 $ 3,005 Total Expenses 2,306 2,390 2,397 Net Earnings (Loss) $ 695 $ 587 $ 570 MLOA’s Equity in earnings (loss) of AB $ 6 $ 5 $ 1 Derivatives and Offsetting Assets and Liabilities MLOA hedges crediting rates in the Market Stabilizer Option® (“MSO”) in the variable life insurance products and in the Indexed Universal Life (“IUL”) insurance products. The MSO and IUL products permit the contract owner to participate in the performance of an index, ETF or commodity price movement up to a cap for a set period of time. They also contain a protection feature, in which MLOA will absorb, up to a certain percentage the loss of value in an index, ETF or commodity price, which varies by product segment. In order to support the returns associated with these features, MLOA enters into derivative contracts whose payouts, in combination with fixed income investments, emulate those of the index, ETF or commodity price, subject to caps and buffers. The tables below present quantitative disclosures about MLOA’s derivative instruments, including those embedded in other contracts though required to be accounted for as derivative instruments. Derivative Instruments by Category Fair Value Notional Amount Asset Derivatives Liability Derivatives Gains (Losses) Reported In Earnings (Loss) (In Millions) At or For the Year Ended, December 31, 2016: Freestanding derivatives: Equity contracts: (1) Options $ 776 $ 76 $ 20 $ 18 Collateral — — 51 — Net investment income (loss) 18 Embedded derivatives: MSO and IUL indexed features (2) — — 53 (18 ) Balance, December 31, 2016 $ 776 $ 76 $ 124 $ — At or For the Year Ended, December 31, 2015: Freestanding derivatives: Equity contracts: (1) Options $ 518 $ 28 $ 4 $ (9 ) Net investment income (loss) (9 ) Embedded derivatives: MSO and IUL indexed features (2) — — 24 8 Balance, December 31, 2015 $ 518 $ 28 $ 28 $ (1 ) (1) Reported in Other invested assets in MLOA’s balance sheets. (2) MSO and IUL are reported in Future policyholders’ benefits and other policyholders’ liabilities in the balance sheets. Credit Risk Although notional amount is the most commonly used measure of volume in the derivatives market, it is not used as a measure of credit risk. A derivative with positive fair value (a derivative asset) indicates existence of credit risk because the counterparty would owe money to MLOA if the contract were closed at the reporting date. Alternatively, a derivative contract with negative fair value (a derivative liability) indicates MLOA would owe money to the counterparty if the contract were closed at the reporting date. To reduce credit exposures in OTC derivative transactions MLOA generally enters into master agreements that provide for a netting of financial exposures with the counterparty and allow for collateral arrangements as further described below under “ISDA Master Agreements.” MLOA further controls and minimizes its counterparty exposure through a credit appraisal and approval process. ISDA Master Agreements Netting Provisions. The standardized “ISDA Master Agreement” under which MLOA conducts its OTC derivative transactions includes provisions for payment netting. In the normal course of business activities, if there is more than one derivative transaction with a single counterparty, MLOA will set-off the cash flows of those derivatives into a single amount to be exchanged in settlement of the resulting net payable or receivable with that counterparty. In the event of default, insolvency, or other similar event pre-defined under the ISDA Master Agreement that would result in termination of OTC derivatives transactions before their maturity, netting procedures would be applied to calculate a single net payable or receivable with the counterparty. Collateral Arrangements. MLOA generally has executed a CSA under the ISDA Master Agreement it maintains with each of its OTC derivative counterparties that requires both posting and accepting collateral either in the form of cash or high-quality securities, such as U.S. Treasury securities or those issued by government agencies. These CSAs are bilateral agreements that require collateral postings by the party “out-of-the-money” or in a net derivative liability position. Various thresholds for the amount and timing of collateralization of net liability positions are applicable. Consequently, the credit exposure of MLOA’s OTC derivative contracts is limited to the net positive estimated fair value of those contracts at the reporting date after taking into consideration the existence of netting agreements and any collateral received pursuant to CSAs. Derivatives are recognized at fair value in the consolidated balance sheets and are reported either as assets in Other invested assets or as liabilities in Other liabilities, except for embedded insurance-related derivatives as described above and derivatives transacted with a related counterparty. MLOA nets the fair value of all derivative financial instruments with counterparties for which an ISDA Master Agreement and related CSA have been executed. At December 31, 2016 and 2015 , respectively, MLOA held $58 million and $27 million in cash and securities collateral delivered by trade counterparties, representing the fair value of the related derivative agreements. This unrestricted cash collateral is reported in Cash and cash equivalents. The aggregate fair value of all collateralized derivative transactions that were in a liability position at December 31, 2016 and 2015 was not material. The following table presents information about MLOA’s offsetting of financial assets and liabilities and derivative instruments at December 31, 2016 . Offsetting of Financial Assets and Liabilities and Derivative Instruments At December 31, 2016 Gross Amounts Recognized Gross Amounts Offset in the Balance Sheets Net Amounts Presented in the Balance Sheets (In Millions) ASSETS Description Derivatives: Equity contracts $ 76 $ 20 $ 56 Collateral $ — $ 58 $ (58 ) Total Derivatives, subject to an ISDA Master Agreement (1) 76 78 (2 ) Other financial instruments 77 — 77 Other invested assets $ 153 $ 78 $ 75 LIABILITIES Description Derivatives: Equity contracts $ 20 $ 20 $ — Total Derivatives, subject to an ISDA Master Agreement (1) 78 78 — Other financial liabilities 78 — 78 Other liabilities $ 156 $ 78 $ 78 (1) All derivatives were subject to ISDA Master Agreements at December 31, 2016 . The following table presents information about MLOA’s gross collateral amounts that are not offset in the balance sheets at December 31, 2016 . Collateral Amounts Offset in the Balance Sheets At December 31, 2016 Fair Value of Assets Collateral (Received)/Held Financial Instruments Cash Net Amounts (In Millions) ASSETS Counterparty A $ 4 $ — $ (4 ) $ — Counterparty V 7 — (7 ) — Counterparty F 7 — (8 ) (1 ) Counterparty G 4 — (4 ) — Counterparty H 25 (7 ) (19 ) (1 ) Counterparty Q — — — — Counterparty K 9 — (9 ) — Counterparty T — — — — Counterparty L — — — — Total Derivatives $ 56 $ (7 ) $ (51 ) $ (2 ) Other financial assets 77 — — 77 Other invested assets $ 133 $ (7 ) $ (51 ) $ 75 The following table presents information about MLOA’s offsetting of financial assets and liabilities and derivative instruments at December 31, 2015 . Offsetting of Financial Assets and Liabilities and Derivative Instruments At December 31, 2015 Gross Amounts Recognized Gross Amounts Offset in the Balance Sheets Net Amounts Presented in the Balance Sheets (In Millions) ASSETS Description Derivatives: Equity contracts $ 28 $ 4 $ 24 Total Derivatives, subject to an ISDA Master Agreement (1) 28 4 24 Other financial instruments 65 — 65 Other invested assets $ 93 $ 4 $ 89 LIABILITIES Description Derivatives: Equity contracts $ 4 $ 4 $ — Total Derivatives, subject to an ISDA Master Agreement (1) 4 4 — Other financial liabilities 60 — 60 Other liabilities $ 64 $ 4 $ 60 (1) All derivatives were subject to ISDA Master Agreements at December 31, 2015 . The following table presents information about MLOA’s gross collateral amounts that are not offset in the balance sheets at December 31, 2015 . Gross Collateral Amounts Not Offset in the Balance Sheets At December 31, 2015 Fair Value of Assets Collateral (Received)/Held Financial Instruments Cash Net Amounts (In Millions) ASSETS Counterparty A $ 3 $ — $ (3 ) $ — Counterparty V 1 — (1 ) — Counterparty F 2 — (2 ) — Counterparty G 2 — (2 ) — Counterparty H 6 (6 ) — — Counterparty K 7 — (7 ) — Counterparty L 2 — (2 ) — Counterparty T 1 — (1 ) — Total Derivatives $ 24 $ (6 ) $ (18 ) $ — Other financial assets 65 — — 65 Other invested assets $ 89 $ (6 ) $ (18 ) $ 65 Net Investment Income (Loss) The following table breaks out Net investment income (loss) by asset category: 2016 2015 2014 (In Millions) Fixed maturities $ 43 $ 40 $ 36 Mortgage loans on real estate 1 0 2 Policy loans 1 1 1 Derivative instruments 18 (9 ) 13 Gross investment income (loss) 63 32 52 Investment expenses (3 ) (3 ) (2 ) Net Investment Income (Loss) $ 60 $ 29 $ 50 For 2016 , 2015 and 2014 net investment income (loss) from derivatives included $(2) million , $6 million and $8 million of realized gains (losses) on contracts closed during those periods and $20 million , $(15) million and $5 million of unrealized gains (losses) on derivative positions at year end. Investment Gains (Losses), Net Investment gains (losses), net including changes in the valuation allowances and OTTI are as follows: 2016 2015 2014 (In Millions) Fixed maturities $ (4 ) $ (1 ) $ (10 ) Mortgage loans on real estate — — 4 Investment Gains (Losses), Net $ (4 ) $ (1 ) $ (6 )

VALUE OF BUSINESS ACQUIRED AND

VALUE OF BUSINESS ACQUIRED AND DEFERRED ACQUISTION COST	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Value Of Business Acquired [Abstract]
VALUE OF BUSINESS ACQUIRED AND DEFERRED ACQUISTION COST	VALUE OF BUSINESS ACQUIRED AND DEFERRED ACQUISITION COST The following table presents MLOA’s VOBA asset at December 31, 2016 and 2015 : Gross Carrying Amount Accumulated Amortization and Other Net (In Millions) VOBA December 31, 2016 $ 416 $ (416 ) (1) $ 0 December 31, 2015 $ 416 $ (407 ) (1) $ 9 (1) Includes reactivity to unrealized investment gains (losses) and $117 million of accelerated VOBA amortization resulting from the reinsurance agreement with Protective Life which is included in the deferred cost of reinsurance. For 2016 , 2015 and 2014 , amortization (negative amortization) expense related to VOBA was $9 million , $0 million and $10 million , respectively. Changes in deferred acquisition costs at December 31, 2016 and 2015 were as follows: December 31, 2016 2015 (In Millions) Balance, beginning of year $ 364 $ 292 Capitalization of commissions, sales and issue expenses 103 108 Amortization (92 ) (35 ) Change in unrealized investment gains and losses (1 ) (1 ) Balance, End of Year $ 374 $ 364

FAIR VALUE DISCLOSURES

FAIR VALUE DISCLOSURES	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]
FAIR VALUE DISCLOSURES	FAIR VALUE DISCLOSURES Assets and Liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis are summarized below. At December 31, 2016 and 2015 , no assets were required to be measured at fair value on a non-recurring basis. Fair value measurements are required on a non-recurring basis for certain assets, including goodwill and mortgage loans on real estate, only when an OTTI or other event occurs. When such fair value measurements are recorded, they must be classified and disclosed within the fair value hierarchy. Fair Value Measurements Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Total (In Millions) December 31, 2016 Assets: Investments: Fixed maturity Securities, available-for-sale: Public Corporate $ — $ 827 $ — $ 827 Private Corporate — 201 7 208 U.S. Treasury, government and agency — 35 — 35 States and political subdivisions — 6 — 6 Commercial mortgage-backed — — 24 24 Redeemable preferred stock 9 — — 9 Subtotal 9 1,069 31 1,109 Other equity investments — — — — Trading securities 1 — — 1 Options — 56 — 56 Cash equivalents 109 — — 109 Separate Accounts’ assets 1,732 14 — 1,746 Total Assets $ 1,851 $ 1,139 $ 31 $ 3,021 Liabilities: Contingent payment arrangements $ — $ — $ 7 $ 7 MSO and IUL indexed features’ liability — 53 — 53 Total Liabilities $ — $ 53 $ 7 $ 60 December 31, 2015 Assets: Investments: Fixed maturity Securities, available-for-sale: Public Corporate $ — $ 637 $ — $ 637 Private Corporate — 177 8 185 U.S. Treasury, government and agency — 29 — 29 States and political subdivisions — 7 — 7 Commercial mortgage-backed — — 31 31 Redeemable preferred stock 9 8 — 17 Subtotal 9 858 39 906 Other equity investments 1 — — 1 Options — 24 — 24 Cash equivalents 170 — — 170 Separate Accounts’ assets 1,686 14 — 1,700 Total Assets $ 1,866 $ 896 $ 39 $ 2,801 Liabilities: MSO and IUL indexed features’ liability — 24 — 24 Total Liabilities $ — $ 24 $ 7 $ 31 At December 31, 2016 and 2015 , respectively, the fair value of public fixed maturities is approximately $888 million and $701 million or approximately 29.4% and 25.0% of MLOA’s total assets measured at fair value on a recurring basis. The fair values of MLOA’s public fixed maturity securities are generally based on prices obtained from independent valuation service providers and for which MLOA maintains a vendor hierarchy by asset type based on historical pricing experience and vendor expertise. Although each security generally is priced by multiple independent valuation service providers, MLOA ultimately uses the price received from the independent valuation service provider highest in the vendor hierarchy based on the respective asset type, with limited exception. To validate reasonableness, prices also are internally reviewed by those with relevant expertise through comparison with directly observed recent market trades. Consistent with the fair value hierarchy, public fixed maturity securities validated in this manner generally are reflected within Level 2, as they are primarily based on observable pricing for similar assets and/or other market observable inputs. If the pricing information received from independent valuation service providers is not reflective of market activity or other inputs observable in the market, MLOA may challenge the price through a formal process in accordance with the terms of the respective independent valuation service provider agreement. If as a result it is determined that the independent valuation service provider is able to reprice the security in a manner agreed as more consistent with current market observations, the security remains within Level 2. Alternatively, a Level 3 classification may result if the pricing information then is sourced from another vendor, non-binding broker quotes, or internally-developed valuations for which MLOA’s own assumptions about market-participant inputs would be used in pricing the security. At December 31, 2016 and 2015 , respectively, the fair value of private fixed maturities is approximately $221 million and $205 million or approximately 7.3% and 7.3% of MLOA’s total assets measured at fair value on a recurring basis. The fair values of MLOA’s private fixed maturities, which primarily are comprised of investments in private placement securities generally are determined using a discounted cash flow model. In certain cases, these models use observable inputs with a discount rate based upon the average of spread surveys collected from private market intermediaries who are active in both primary and secondary transactions, taking into account, among other factors, the credit quality and industry sector of the issuer and the reduced liquidity associated with private placements. Generally, these securities have been reflected within Level 2. For certain private fixed maturities, the discounted cash flow model may also incorporate unobservable inputs, which reflect MLOA’s own assumptions about the inputs market participants would use in pricing the asset. To the extent management determines that such unobservable inputs are significant to the fair value measurement of a security, a Level 3 classification generally is made. At December 31, 2016 and 2015 , respectively, investments classified as Level 1 comprise approximately 61.3% and 66.6% of assets measured at fair value on a recurring basis and primarily include redeemable preferred stock, cash equivalents and Separate Accounts assets. Fair value measurements classified as Level 1 include exchange-traded prices of fixed maturities, equity securities and net asset values for transacting subscriptions and redemptions of mutual fund shares held by Separate Accounts. Cash equivalents classified as Level 1 include money market accounts, overnight commercial paper and highly liquid debt instruments purchased with an original maturity of three months or less, and are carried at cost as a proxy for fair value measurement due to their short-term nature. At December 31, 2016 and 2015 , respectively, investments classified as Level 2 comprise approximately 37.7% and 32.0% of assets measured at fair value on a recurring basis and primarily include U.S. government and agency securities and certain corporate debt securities, such as public and private fixed maturities. As market quotes generally are not readily available or accessible for these securities, their fair value measures are determined utilizing relevant information generated by market transactions involving comparable securities and often are based on model pricing techniques that effectively discount prospective cash flows to present value using appropriate sector-adjusted credit spreads commensurate with the security’s duration, also taking into consideration issuer-specific credit quality and liquidity. MLOA’s IUL product and in the MSO investment option available in some life contracts offer investment options which permit the contract owner to participate in the performance of an index, ETF or commodity price. These investment options, which depending on the product and on the index selected can currently have 1 or 3 year terms, provide for participation in the performance of specified indices, ETF or commodity price movement up to a segment-specific declared maximum rate. Under certain conditions that vary by product, e.g. holding these segments for the full term, these segments also shield policyholders from some or all negative investment performance associated with these indices, ETF or commodity price. These investment options have defined formulaic liability amounts, and the current values of the option component of these segment reserves are accounted for as Level 2 embedded derivatives. The fair values of these embedded derivatives are based on prices obtained from independent valuation service providers. At December 31, 2016 and 2015 , respectively, investments classified as Level 3 comprise approximately 1.0% and 1.4% of assets measured at fair value on a recurring basis and primarily include commercial mortgage-backed securities (“CMBS”) and corporate debt securities. Determinations to classify fair value measures within Level 3 of the valuation hierarchy generally are based upon the significance of the unobservable factors to the overall fair value measurement. At December 31, 2016 and 2015, MLOA did not hold any fixed maturities, included in the Level 3 classification, with indicative pricing obtained from brokers that otherwise could not be corroborated to market observable data. MLOA applies various due-diligence procedures, as considered appropriate, to validate these non-binding broker quotes for reasonableness, based on its understanding of the markets, including use of internally-developed assumptions about inputs a market participant would use to price the security. In addition, approximately $24 million and $31 million of mortgage- and asset-backed securities, including CMBS, are classified as Level 3 at December 31, 2016 and 2015 , respectively. MLOA utilizes prices obtained from an independent valuation service vendor to measure fair value of CMBS securities. MLOA's Level 3 liabilities include contingent payment arrangements associated with a Renewal Rights Agreement (the “Agreement”) that transitions to MLOA certain group employee benefits policies beginning January 1, 2017 from an insurer exiting such business. The fair value of the contingent payments liability associated with this transaction is measured and adjusted each reporting period through final settlement using projected premiums from these policies, net of potential surrenders and terminations, and applying a risk-adjusted discount factor ( 7.0% at December 31, 2016) to the resulting cash flows. In 2016 , there were no AFS fixed maturities were transferred from Level 2 into the Level 3 classification. In 2015, AFS fixed maturities with fair value of $1 million were transferred from Level 2 into the Level 3 classification. These transfers in the aggregate represent approximately 0.2% of total equity at December 31, 2015. The table below presents a reconciliation for all Level 3 assets at December 31, 2016 , 2015 and 2014 respectively. Level 3 Instruments Fair Value Measurements Corporate Commercial Mortgage- backed Contingent Payment Arrangement (In Millions) Balance, January 1, 2016 $ 8 $ 31 — Total gains (losses), realized and unrealized included in: Earnings (loss) as: Investment gains (losses), net — (4 ) — Other comprehensive income (loss) — 1 — Purchases — — 7 Sales (1 ) (4 ) — Balance, December 31, 2016 $ 7 $ 24 $ 7 Balance, January 1, 2015 $ 8 $ 26 $ — Total gains (losses), realized and unrealized included in: Earnings (loss) as: Investment gains (losses), net — (2 ) — Other comprehensive income (loss) — 8 — Sales (1 ) (1 ) — Transfers into Level 3 (1) 1 — — Balance, December 31, 2015 $ 8 $ 31 $ — Balance, January 1, 2014 $ 9 $ 24 $ — Total gains (losses), realized and unrealized included in: Earnings (loss) as: Investment gains (losses), net (1 ) (11 ) — Increase (decrease) in the fair value of reinsurance contracts — — — Other comprehensive income (loss) 1 13 — Sales (1 ) — — Balance, December 31, 2014 $ 8 $ 26 $ — (1) Transfers into/out of Level 3 classification are reflected at beginning-of-period fair values. The table below details changes in unrealized gains (losses) for 2016 and 2015 by category for Level 3 assets still held at December 31, 2016 and 2015, respectively. OCI (In Millions) Level 3 Instruments Full Year 2016 Still Held at December 31, 2016: Change in unrealized gains (losses): Fixed maturity securities, available-for-sale: Commercial mortgage-backed 1 Total $ 1 Level 3 Instruments Full Year 2015 Still Held at December 31, 2015: Change in unrealized gains (losses): Fixed maturity securities, available-for-sale: Corporate $ (1 ) Commercial mortgage-backed $ 8 Total $ 7 At December 31, 2016 and 2015 , MLOA had $31 million and $39 million , respectively, of investments classified as Level 3. The underlying quantitative inputs to measure the fair value of these investments are not developed by MLOA and are not readily available. These investments primarily consist of certain privately placed debt securities with limited trading activity, including asset-backed instruments, and their fair values generally reflect unadjusted prices obtained from independent valuation service providers and indicative, non-binding quotes obtained from third-party broker-dealers recognized as market participants. Significant increases or decreases in the fair value amounts received from these pricing sources may result in MLOA’s reporting significantly higher or lower fair value measurements for these Level 3 investments. The carrying values and fair values at December 31, 2016 and 2015 for financial instruments not otherwise disclosed in Note 3 are presented in the table below. Certain financial instruments are exempt from the requirements for fair value disclosure, such as insurance liabilities other than financial guarantees and investment contracts and pension and other postretirement obligations. Carrying Value Fair Value Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Total (In Millions) December 31, 2016 Mortgage loans on real estate $ 17 $ — $ — $ 16 $ 16 Policyholders liabilities: Investment contracts $ 168 $ — $ — $ 170 $ 170 Policy Loans 176 — — 210 210 December 31, 2015 Policyholders liabilities: Investment contracts $ 177 $ — $ — $ 184 $ 184 Policy Loans 159 — — 189 189 Fair values for commercial mortgage loans on real estate are measured by discounting future contractual cash flows to be received on the mortgage loan using interest rates at which loans with similar characteristics and credit quality would be made. The discount rate is derived from taking the appropriate U.S. Treasury rate with a like term to the remaining term of the loan and adding a spread reflective of the risk premium associated with the specific loan. Fair values for mortgage loans anticipated to be foreclosed and problem mortgage loans are limited to the fair value of the underlying collateral, if lower. The fair value of policy loans is calculated by discounting expected cash flows based upon the U.S. treasury yield curve and historical loan repayment patterns. The fair values for MLOA’s supplementary contracts not involving life contingencies, single premium deferred annuities and certain annuities, which are included in Policyholder’s account balances, are estimated using projected cash flows discounted at rates reflecting current market rates. Significant unobservable inputs reflected in the cash flows include lapse rates and withdrawal rates. Incremental adjustments may be made to the fair value to reflect non-performance risk.

REINSURANCE

REINSURANCE	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Reinsurance Disclosures [Abstract]
REINSURANCE	REINSURANCE MLOA cedes and assumes reinsurance with other insurance companies. Since ceded reinsurance does not relieve the originating insurer of liability, MLOA evaluates the financial condition of its reinsurers to minimize its exposure to significant losses from reinsurer insolvencies. On October 1, 2013, MLOA entered into an agreement with Protective Life to reinsure an in-force book of life insurance and annuity policies, written primarily prior to 2004. As of December 31, 2016 and 2015 included in MLOA’s balance sheet were Amounts due from reinsurers of $1,157 million and $1,179 million , respectively (net of $130 million and $130 million of ceded policy loans, respectively), including $1,092 million and $1,124 million of Policyholder’s account balances relating to the reinsurance agreement with Protective Life. During 2016 , 2015 and 2014, respectively, total premiums ceded to Protective Life were $20 million , $21 million and $24 million and policyholder benefits ceded were $223 million , $219 million and $242 million . As of December 31, 2016 , Protective Life is rated AA-. Included in the reinsured business to Protective Life were policies with GMDB and GMIB features which had a reserve balance of $6 million and $2 million at December 31, 2016 , respectively and $9 million and $1 million at December 31, 2015 , respectively. As a result of the reinsurance agreement Protective Life will receive all the benefits from and assumes all the risks from other reinsurance contracts to which MLOA was a party for the block of business reinsured. For business not reinsured with Protective Life, MLOA generally reinsures its variable life, UL and term life insurance policies on an excess of retention basis. MLOA generally retains up to a maximum of $4 million of mortality risk on single-life policies and up to a maximum of $6 million of mortality risk on second-to-die policies. For amounts applied for in excess of those limits, reinsurance is ceded to AXA Equitable Life Insurance Company (“AXA Equitable”), an affiliate and wholly-owned subsidiary of AXA Financial, up to a combined maximum of $20 million of risk on single-life policies and up to a maximum of $25 million on second-to-die policies. For amounts issued in excess of those limits MLOA typically obtains reinsurance from unaffiliated third parties. The reinsurance arrangements obligate the reinsurer to pay a portion of any death claim in excess of the amount MLOA retained in exchange for an agreed-upon premium. At December 31, 2016 and 2015 , respectively, amounts due from reinsurers related to insurance contracts amounted to $1,260 million and $1,299 million , of which $ 27 million and $33 million (not including Protective Life) related to one specific reinsurer, which is rated AA- with the remainder of the reinsurers rated AA- or not rated. A contingent liability exists with respect to reinsurance should the reinsurers be unable to meet their obligations. For affiliated reinsurance agreements see Note 7 “Related Party Transactions”. The following table summarizes the effect of reinsurance: 2016 2015 2014 (In Millions) Direct premiums 38 $ 39 $ 46 Assumed 3 1 1 Reinsurance ceded (37 ) (39) (46) Premiums 4 $ 1 $ 1 Variable Life and Investment-type Product Policy Fee Income Ceded 73 $ 73 $ 48 Policyholders’ Benefits Ceded 256 $ 261 $ 291

RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS

RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Related Party Transactions [Abstract]
RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS	RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS Under its service agreement with AXA Equitable, personnel services, employee benefits, facilities, supplies and equipment are provided to MLOA to conduct its business. The associated costs related to the service agreement are allocated to MLOA based on methods that management believes are reasonable, including a review of the nature of such costs and activities performed to support MLOA. As a result of such allocations, MLOA incurred expenses of $129 million , $88 million and $67 million for 2016 , 2015 and 2014 , respectively. At December 31, 2016 and 2015 , respectively, MLOA reported a $21 million and $15 million payable to AXA Equitable in connection with its service agreement. Various AXA affiliates, including MLOA, cede a portion of their life, health and catastrophe insurance business through reinsurance agreements to AXA Global Life an affiliate. Beginning in 2008 AXA Global Life, in turn, retrocedes a quota share portion of these risks to MLOA on a one-year term basis. Premiums assumed from the above mentioned affiliated reinsurance transactions d uring 2016 , 2015 and 2014 , were $2 million , $1 million and $1 million , respectively. Claims and expenses assumed under these agreements d uring 2016 , 2015 and 2014 were $2 million , $1 million and $1 million , respectively. MLOA cedes a portion of its life business through excess of retention treaties to AXA Equitable on a yearly renewal term basis and reinsured the no lapse guarantee riders through AXA RE Arizona Company, an affiliate. Premiums earned from the above mentioned affiliated reinsurance transactions d uring 2016 , 2015 and 2014 , were $3 million , $2 million and $2 million , respectively. Claims and expenses assumed under these agreements d uring 2016 , 2015 and 2014 were $0 , $0 and $2 million , respectively. In 2016 , 2015 and 2014 , respectively, MLOA paid AXA Distribution Holding Corporation (“AXA Distribution”) and its subsidiaries $71 million , $64 million and $52 million of commissions and fees for sales of insurance products. MLOA paid $11 million , $13 million and $2 million in commissions and fees for the sale of its insurance products to AXA Distributors, LLC (“AXA Distributors”) a broker-dealer and insurance general agency affiliate, in 2016, 2015 and 2014, respectively. Variable life products offer purchasers the opportunity to direct the investment of their account values into various Separate Account investment options. The investment options available to MLOA’s variable life policyholders are comprised of the proprietary fund families of EQ Advisors Trust (“EQAT”), AXA Premier VIP Trust (“VIP Trust”), each of which are mutual funds for which MLOA’s affiliate, AXA Equitable Funds Management Group, LLC, serves as the investment manager and administrator. In addition to the AXA Equitable service agreement, MLOA has various other service and investment advisory agreements with affiliates. The amount of expenses incurred by MLOA related to these agreements were $2 million , $1 million and $1 million for 2016 , 2015 and 2014 , respectively.

SHARE-BASED COMPENSATION

SHARE-BASED COMPENSATION	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Share-based Compensation [Abstract]
SHARE BASED COMPENSATION	SHARE-BASED COMPENSATION Certain employees of AXA Equitable who perform services for MLOA participate in various share-based payment arrangements sponsored by AXA Financial or AXA. MLOA was allocated $3 million , $3 million and $2 million of compensation costs, included in Compensation and benefits in the statement of Earnings (Loss), for share-based payment arrangements during 2016 , 2015 and 2014 , respectively.

INCOME TAXES

INCOME TAXES	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]
INCOME TAXES	INCOME TAXES A summary of the income tax (expense) benefit in the statements of earnings (loss) follows: 2016 2015 2014 (In Millions) Income tax (expense) benefit: Current (expense) benefit $ 9 $ 5 $ (3 ) Deferred (expense) benefit 24 8 8 Total $ 33 $ 13 $ 5 At December 31, 2016 and 2015, the company had current taxes receivable of $1 million and current taxes payable of $2 million , respectively. The Federal income taxes attributable to operations are different from the amounts determined by multiplying the earnings (loss), before income taxes by the expected Federal income tax rate of 35% . The sources of the difference and their tax effects are as follows: 2016 2015 2014 (In Millions) Expected income tax (expense) benefit $ 31 $ 11 $ 4 Dividends received deduction 2 1 1 Other — 1 — Income Tax (Expense) Benefit $ 33 $ 13 $ 5 The components of the net deferred income taxes are as follows: December 31, 2016 December 31, 2015 Assets Liabilities Assets Liabilities (In Millions) Reserves and reinsurance $ 112 $ — $ 97 $ — DAC — 88 — 93 VOBA — — — 3 Investments — 11 — 10 Other 13 — 12 — Total $ 125 $ 99 $ 109 $ 106 As of December 31, 2016, the Company had $1 million of AMT credits which do not expire. MLOA does not provide income taxes on the undistributed earnings related to its investment in AB units except to the extent that such earnings are not permanently invested outside the United States. As of December 31, 2016 , $6 million of accumulated undistributed earnings related to its investment in AB units were permanently invested outside the United States. At existing applicable income tax rates, additional taxes of approximately $2 million would need to be provided if such earnings were remitted to the United States. At December 31, 2016 , 2015 and 2014 of the total amount of unrecognized tax benefits, $4 million , $7 million and $6 million , respectively, would affect the effective tax rate. MLOA recognizes accrued interest and penalties related to unrecognized tax benefits in tax (expense) benefit. Interest and penalties included in the amounts of unrecognized tax benefits at December 31, 2016 , 2015 and 2014 were $0 million , $1 million and $0 million , respectively. Tax expense for 2016 , 2015 and 2014 reflected a benefit of $0 million in interest expense related to unrecognized tax benefits. A reconciliation of unrecognized tax benefits (excluding interest and penalties) follows: 2016 2015 2014 (In Millions) Balance, beginning of year $ 7 $ 6 $ 5 Additions for tax positions of prior years (3 ) 1 1 Balance, End of Year $ 4 $ 7 $ 6 It is reasonably possible that the total amounts of unrecognized tax benefits will change within the next 12 months. The possible change in the amount of unrecognized tax benefits cannot be estimated at this time. During the first quarter of 2016, the Company agreed to the Internal Revenue Service’s Revenue Agent’s Reports for MONY Life’s consolidated amended Federal 2004-2007 and consolidated Federal 2008 and 2009 corporate income tax returns which included MLOA as a member of the consolidated group. The impact on MLOA’s statement of earnings (loss) is an income tax benefit of $0.2 million . The 2010 through 2016 tax years are open to examination by the IRS.

ACCUMULATED OTHER COMPREHENSIVE

ACCUMULATED OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax [Abstract]
ACCUMULATED OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS)	ACCUMULATED OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS) AOCI represents cumulative gains (losses) on investments that are not reflected in earnings (loss). The balances for the past three years follow: December 31, 2016 2015 2014 (In Millions) Unrealized gains (losses) on investments, net of adjustments $ 7 $ 5 $ 17 Total Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) $ 7 $ 5 $ 17 The components of OCI for the past three years follow: December 31, 2016 2015 2014 (In Millions) Change in net unrealized gains (losses) on investments: Net unrealized gains (losses) arising during the year $ (1 ) $ (13 ) $ 11 (Gains) losses reclassified into net earnings (loss) during the year (1) 3 0 7 Change in net unrealized gains (losses) on investments 2 (13 ) 18 Adjustments for DAC, VOBA and Other — 1 (9 ) Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), net of adjustments and (net of deferred income tax expense (benefit) of $1, $(6) and $(5) $ 2 $ (12 ) $ 9 (1) See “Reclassification adjustments” in Note 3. Reclassification amounts presented net of income tax expense (benefit) of $1 million , $0 million and $(3) million for 2016 , 2015 and 2014 , respectively. Investment gains and losses reclassified from AOCI to net earnings (loss) primarily consist of realized gains (losses) on sales and OTTI of AFS securities and are included in Total investment gains (losses), net on the statements of earnings (loss). Amounts presented in the table above are net of tax.

LITIGATION

LITIGATION	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Litigation [Abstract]
LITIGATION	LITIGATION A number of lawsuits, claims, assessments and regulatory inquiries have been filed or commenced against life insurers in the jurisdictions in which MLOA does business. These actions and proceedings involve, among other things, insurers’ sales practices, alleged agent misconduct, alleged failure to properly supervise agents, contract administration, product design, features and accompanying disclosure, cost of insurance increases, the use of captive reinsurers, payments of death benefits and the reporting and escheatment of unclaimed property, alleged breach of fiduciary duties, alleged mismanagement of client funds and other matters. Some of the matters have resulted in the award of substantial fines and judgments against other insurers, including punitive damages, or in substantial settlements. Courts, juries and regulators often have substantial discretion in awarding damage awards and fines, including punitive damages. MLOA, from time to time, is involved in such actions and proceedings. While the ultimate outcome of such matters cannot be predicted with certainty, in the opinion of management no such matter is likely to have a material adverse effect on MLOA’s financial position or results of operations. However, it should be noted that the frequency of large damage awards, including large punitive damage awards and regulatory fines that bear little or no relation to actual economic damages incurred, continues to create the potential for an unpredictable judgment in any given matter.

STATUTORY FINANCIAL INFORMATION

STATUTORY FINANCIAL INFORMATION	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Statutory Financial Information [Abstract]
STATUTORY FINANCIAL INFORMATION	STATUTORY FINANCIAL INFORMATION MLOA is restricted as to the amounts it may pay as dividends to AEFS. Under Arizona Insurance Law, a domestic life insurer may not, without prior approval of the Director of Insurance, pay a dividend to its shareholder exceeding an amount calculated based on a statutory formula. This formula would not permit MLOA to pay shareholder dividends during 2017. For 2016 , 2015 and 2014 , MLOA’s statutory net income (loss) was $(14) million , $(4) million and $12 million , respectively. Statutory surplus, capital stock and Asset Valuation Reserve (“AVR”) totaled $331 million and $366 million at December 31, 2016 and 2015 , respectively. There were no shareholder dividends paid to its parent by MLOA in 2016 , 2015 and 2014 . At December 31, 2016 , MLOA, in accordance with various government and state regulations, had $6 million of securities on deposit with such government or state agencies. At December 31, 2016 and for the year then ended, there were no differences in net income (loss) and capital and surplus resulting from practices prescribed and permitted by the Arizona Department of Insurance and those prescribed by NAIC Accounting Practices and Procedures effective at December 31, 2016 . Accounting practices used to prepare statutory financial statements for regulatory filings of stock life insurance companies differ in certain instances from U.S. GAAP. The differences between statutory surplus and capital stock determined in accordance with Statutory Accounting Principles (“SAP”) and total shareholder’s equity under U.S. GAAP are primarily: (a) the inclusion in SAP of an AVR intended to stabilize surplus from fluctuations in the value of the investment portfolio; (b) future policy benefits and policyholders’ account balances under SAP differ from U.S. GAAP due to differences between actuarial assumptions and reserving methodologies; (c) certain policy acquisition costs are expensed under SAP but deferred under U.S. GAAP and amortized over future periods to achieve a matching of revenues and expenses; (d) under SAP, Federal income taxes are provided on the basis of amounts currently payable with limited recognition of deferred tax assets while under U.S. GAAP, deferred taxes are recorded for temporary differences between the financial statements and tax basis of assets and liabilities where the probability of realization is reasonably assured; (e) the valuation of assets under SAP and U.S. GAAP differ due to different investment valuation and depreciation methodologies, as well as the deferral of interest-related realized capital gains and losses on fixed income investments; (f) the valuation of the investment in Alliance Units under SAP reflects a portion of the market value appreciation rather than the equity in the underlying net assets as required under U.S. GAAP; (g) computer software development costs are capitalized under U.S. GAAP but expensed under SAP; (h) certain assets, primarily pre-paid assets, are not admissible under SAP but are admissible under U.S. GAAP (i) the fair valuing of all acquired assets and liabilities including VOBA assets required for U.S. GAAP purchase accounting and (j) cost of reinsurance is recognized as expense under SAP and amortized over the life of the underlying reinsured policies under U.S. GAAP. MLOA holds approximately $600,000 of liabilities for the estimated portion of future assessments related to insolvent insurers, primarily Executive Life Ins. Co. and Lincoln Memorial Life Insurance Company. These assessments are expected to be paid over an extended period. MLOA also holds approximately $500,000 of assets for premium tax offsets that are expected to be realized with respect to these assessments and an additional $100,000 asset for premium tax offsets for assessments already paid. MLOA has not received notifications in 2016 of any other new insolvency material to MLOA’s financial results of operations or financial condition.

SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICI20

SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (Policies)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Accounting Policies [Abstract]
Basis of Presentation	Basis of Presentation The preparation of the accompanying financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (“U.S. GAAP”) requires management to make estimates and assumptions (including normal, recurring accruals) that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting periods. Actual results could differ from these estimates. The accompanying financial statements reflect all adjustments necessary in the opinion of management for a fair presentation of the financial position of MLOA and its results of operations and cash flows for the periods presented. The years “ 2016 ”, “ 2015 ” and “ 2014 ” refer to the years ended December 31, 2016 , 2015 and 2014 , respectively. Certain reclassifications have been made in the amounts presented for prior periods to conform those periods to the current presentation.
Adoption of New and Future Accounting Pronouncements	Adoption of New Accounting Pronouncements In January 2017, the Financial Accounting Standard Board (“FASB”) issued new guidance that amends the definition of a business to provide a more robust framework for determining when a set of assets and activities is a business. The definition primarily adds clarity for evaluating whether certain transactions should be accounted for as acquisitions/dispositions of assets or businesses, the latter subject to guidance on business combinations, but also may interact with other areas of accounting where the defined term is used, such as in the application of guidance on consolidation and goodwill impairment. The new guidance is effective for fiscal years ending December 31, 2018. MLOA elected to early adopt the new guidance for the year ending December 31, 2016 to account for the purchase of certain employer-sponsored benefits contracts from an un-affiliated entity as an asset acquisition rather than an acquisition of a business. In August 2014, the FASB issued new guidance which requires management to evaluate whether there is “substantial doubt” about the reporting entity’s ability to continue as a going concern and provide related footnote disclosures about those uncertainties, if they exist. The new guidance was effective for annual periods, ending after December 15, 2016 and interim periods thereafter. Implementation of this guidance did not have a material impact on MLOA’s financial statements. Future Adoption of New Accounting Pronouncements In August 2016, the FASB issued new guidance to simplify elements of cash flow classification. The new guidance is intended to reduce diversity in practice in how certain transactions are classified in the statement of cash flows. The new guidance is effective for interim and annual periods beginning after December 15, 2017 and should be applied using a retrospective transition method. Management is currently evaluating the impact that adoption of this guidance will have on the MLOA’s financial statements. In June 2016, the FASB issued new guidance related to the accounting for credit losses on financial instruments. The new guidance introduces an approach based on expected losses to estimate credit losses on certain types of financial instruments. It also modifies the impairment model for available-for-sale debt securities and provides for a simplified accounting model for purchased financial assets with credit deterioration since their origination. The new guidance is effective for interim and annual periods beginning after December 15, 2019 with early adoption permitted for annual periods beginning after December 15, 2018. Management is currently evaluating the impact that adoption of this guidance will have on the MLOA’s financial statements. In March 2016, the FASB issued new guidance simplifying the transition to the equity method of accounting. The amendment eliminates the requirement that when an investment qualifies for use of the equity method as a result of an increase in the level of ownership interest or degree of influence, an investor must adjust the investment, results of operations and retained earnings retroactively on a step-by-step basis as if the equity method had been in effect during all previous periods that the investments had been held. The amendment is effective for interim and annual periods beginning after December 15, 2016 and should be applied prospectively upon their effective date to increases in the level of ownership interest or degree of influence that result in the adoption of the equity method. The amendment is not expected to have a material impact on the MLOA’s financial statements.
Investments	Investments The carrying values of fixed maturities classified as available-for-sale (“AFS”) are reported at fair value. Changes in fair value are reported in comprehensive income. The amortized cost of fixed maturities is adjusted for impairments in value deemed to be other than temporary which are recognized in Investment gains (losses), net. The redeemable preferred stock investments that are reported in fixed maturities include real estate investment trusts (“REIT”), perpetual preferred stock and redeemable preferred stock. These securities may not have a stated maturity, may not be cumulative and do not provide for mandatory redemption by the issuer. MLOA determines the fair values of fixed maturities and equity securities based upon quoted prices in active markets, when available, or through the use of alternative approaches when market quotes are not readily accessible or available. These alternative approaches include matrix or model pricing and use of independent pricing services, each supported by reference to principal market trades or other observable market assumptions for similar securities. More specifically, the matrix pricing approach to fair value is a discounted cash flow methodology that incorporates market interest rates commensurate with the credit quality and duration of the investment. MLOA’s management, with the assistance of its investment advisors, monitors the investment performance of its portfolio and reviews AFS securities with unrealized losses for other-than-temporary impairments (“OTTI”). Integral to this review is an assessment made each quarter, on a security-by-security basis, by the Investments Under Surveillance (“IUS”) Committee, of various indicators of credit deterioration to determine whether the investment security is expected to recover. This assessment includes, but is not limited to, consideration of the duration and severity of the unrealized loss, failure, if any, of the issuer of the security to make scheduled payments, actions taken by rating agencies, adverse conditions specifically related to the security or sector, the financial strength, liquidity, and continued viability of the issuer and, for equity securities only, the intent and ability to hold the investment until recovery, and results in identification of specific securities for which OTTI is recognized. If there is no intent to sell or likely requirement to dispose of the fixed maturity security before its recovery, only the credit loss component of any resulting OTTI is recognized in earnings (loss) and the remainder of the fair value loss is recognized in Other Comprehensive Income (“OCI”). The amount of credit loss is the shortfall of the present value of the cash flows expected to be collected as compared to the amortized cost basis of the security. The present value is calculated by discounting management’s best estimate of projected future cash flows at the effective interest rate implicit in the debt security prior to impairment. Projections of future cash flows are based on assumptions regarding probability of default and estimates regarding the amount and timing of recoveries. These assumptions and estimates require use of management judgment and consider internal credit analyses as well as market observable data relevant to the collectability of the security. For mortgage- and asset-backed securities, projected future cash flows also include assumptions regarding prepayments and underlying collateral value. Policy loans are stated at unpaid principal balances. Equity securities, which include common stock and non-redeemable preferred stock classified as AFS securities, are carried at fair value and are included in Other invested assets with changes in fair value reported in OCI. Units in AllianceBernstein L.P. (“AB”), a subsidiary of AXA Financial, are carried on the equity method and reported in Other invested assets. Short-term investments are reported at amortized cost that approximates fair value and are included in Other invested assets. Cash and cash equivalents includes cash on hand, amounts due from banks and highly liquid debt instruments purchased with an original maturity of three months or less. Due to the short-term nature of these investments, the recorded value is deemed to approximate fair value. All securities owned, including United States government and agency securities and mortgage-backed securities, are reported in the financial statements on a trade date basis.
Derivatives	Derivatives Derivatives are financial instruments whose values are derived from interest rates, foreign exchange rates, financial indices, values of securities or commodities, credit spreads, market volatility, expected returns, and liquidity. Values can also be affected by changes in estimates and assumptions, including those related to counterparty behavior and non-performance risk used in valuation models. Derivative financial instruments generally used by MLOA include equity options and may be exchange-traded or contracted in the over-the-counter market. All derivative positions are carried in the balance sheets at fair value, generally by obtaining quoted market prices or through the use of valuation models. Freestanding derivative contracts are reported in the balance sheets either as assets within “Other invested assets” or as liabilities within “Other liabilities.” MLOA nets the fair value of all derivative financial instruments with counterparties for which a standardized “ISDA Master Agreement” and related Credit Support Annex (“CSA”) have been executed. MLOA uses derivatives to manage asset/liability risk but has not designated those economic relationships under the criteria to qualify for hedge accounting treatment. All changes in the fair value of MLOA freestanding derivative positions, including net receipts and payments, are included in “Investment income (loss) from derivative instruments” without considering changes in the fair value of the economically associated assets or liabilities. MLOA is a party to financial instruments and other contracts that contain “embedded” derivative instruments. At inception, MLOA assesses whether the economic characteristics of the embedded instrument are “clearly and closely related” to the economic characteristics of the remaining component of the “host contract” and whether a separate instrument with the same terms as the embedded instrument would meet the definition of a derivative instrument. When those criteria are satisfied, the resulting embedded derivative is bifurcated from the host contract, carried in the balance sheets at fair value, and changes in its fair value are recognized immediately and captioned in the statements of earnings (loss) according to the nature of the related host contract. For certain financial instruments that contain an embedded derivative that otherwise would need to be bifurcated and reported at fair value, the Company instead may elect to carry the entire instrument at fair value.
Mortgage Loans on Real Estate (mortgage loans)	Mortgage Loans on Real Estate (“mortgage loans”): Mortgage loans are stated at unpaid principal balances, net of unamortized discounts and valuation allowances. Valuation allowances are based on the present value of expected future cash flows discounted at the loan’s original effective interest rate or on its collateral value if the loan is collateral dependent. However, if foreclosure is or becomes probable, the collateral value measurement method is used. For commercial mortgage loans, an allowance for credit loss is typically recommended when management believes it is probable that principal and interest will not be collected according to the contractual terms. Factors that influence management’s judgment in determining allowance for credit losses include the following: • Loan-to-value ratio - Derived from current loan balance divided by the fair market value of the property. An allowance for credit loss is typically recommended when the loan-to-value ratio is in excess of 100% . In the case where the loan-to-value is in excess of 100% , the allowance for credit loss is derived by taking the difference between the fair market value (less cost of sale) and the current loan balance. • Debt service coverage ratio - Derived from actual net operating income divided by annual debt service. If the ratio is below 1.0 x, then the income from the property does not support the debt. • Occupancy - Criteria varies by property type but low or below market occupancy is an indicator of sub-par property performance. • Lease expirations - The percentage of leases expiring in the upcoming 12 to 36 months are monitored as a decline in rent and/or occupancy may negatively impact the debt service coverage ratio. In the case of single-tenant properties or properties with large tenant exposure, the lease expiration is a material risk factor. • Maturity - Mortgage loans that are not fully amortizing and have upcoming maturities within the next 12 to 24 months are monitored in conjunction with the capital markets to determine the borrower’s ability to refinance the debt and/or pay off the balloon balance. • Borrower/tenant related issues - Financial concerns, potential bankruptcy, or words or actions that indicate imminent default or abandonment of property. • Payment status - current vs. delinquent - A history of delinquent payments may be a cause for concern. • Property condition - Significant deferred maintenance observed during lenders annual site inspections. • Other - Any other factors such as current economic conditions may call into question the performance of the loan.
Net Investment Income (Loss), Investment Gains (Losses), Net and Unrealized Investment Gains (Losses)	Net Investment Income (Loss), Investment Gains (Losses), Net and Unrealized Investment Gains (Losses) Realized investment gains (losses) are determined by identification with the specific asset and are presented as a component of revenue. Changes in the valuation allowances are included in Investment gains (losses), net. Unrealized investment gains (losses) on fixed maturities and equity securities designated as AFS held by MLOA are accounted for as a separate component of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (“AOCI”), net of related deferred income taxes and amounts attributable to Deferred Acquisition Cost (“DAC”) and value of business acquired (“VOBA”) related to variable life and investment-type products. Changes in unrealized gains (losses) reflect changes in fair value of only those fixed maturities classified as AFS and do not reflect any changes in fair value of policyholders’ account balances and future policy benefits.
Fair Value of Financial Instruments	Fair Value of Financial Instruments Fair value is defined as the exchange price that would be received for an asset or paid to transfer a liability (an exit price) in the principal or most advantageous market for the asset or liability in an orderly transaction between market participants on the measurement date. The accounting guidance established a fair value hierarchy that requires an entity to maximize the use of observable inputs and minimize the use of unobservable inputs when measuring fair value, and identifies three levels of inputs that may be used to measure fair value: Level 1 Unadjusted quoted prices for identical instruments in active markets. Level 1 fair values generally are supported by market transactions that occur with sufficient frequency and volume to provide pricing information on an ongoing basis. Level 2 Observable inputs other than Level 1 prices, such as quoted prices for similar instruments, quoted prices in markets that are not active, and inputs to model-derived valuations that are directly observable or can be corroborated by observable market data. Level 3 Unobservable inputs supported by little or no market activity and often requiring significant management judgment or estimation, such as an entity’s own assumptions about the cash flows or other significant components of value that market participants would use in pricing the asset or liability. MLOA defines fair value as the unadjusted quoted market prices for those instruments that are actively traded in financial markets. In cases where quoted market prices are not available, fair values are measured using present value or other valuation techniques. The fair value determinations are made at a specific point in time, based on available market information and judgments about the financial instrument, including estimates of the timing and amount of expected future cash flows and the credit standing of counterparties. Such adjustments do not reflect any premium or discount that could result from offering for sale at one time MLOA’s entire holdings of a particular financial instrument, nor do they consider the tax impact of the realization of unrealized gains or losses. In many cases, the fair value cannot be substantiated by direct comparison to independent markets, nor can the disclosed value be realized in immediate settlement of the instrument. Management is responsible for the determination of the value of investments carried at fair value and the supporting methodologies and assumptions. Under the terms of various service agreements, MLOA often utilizes independent valuation service providers to gather, analyze, and interpret market information and derive fair values based upon relevant methodologies and assumptions for individual securities. These independent valuation service providers typically obtain data about market transactions and other key valuation model inputs from multiple sources and, through the use of widely accepted valuation models, provide a single fair value measurement for individual securities for which a fair value has been requested. As further described below with respect to specific asset classes, these inputs include, but are not limited to, market prices for recent trades and transactions in comparable securities, benchmark yields, interest rate yield curves, credit spreads, quoted prices for similar securities, and other market-observable information, as applicable. Specific attributes of the security being valued also are considered, including its term, interest rate, credit rating, industry sector, and when applicable, collateral quality and other security- or issuer-specific information. When insufficient market observable information is available upon which to measure fair value, MLOA either will request brokers knowledgeable about these securities to provide a non-binding quote or will employ widely accepted internal valuation models. Fair values received from independent valuation service providers and brokers and those internally modeled or otherwise estimated are assessed for reasonableness. To validate reasonableness, prices also are internally reviewed by those with relevant expertise through comparison with directly observed recent market trades.
Recognition of Insurance Income and Related Expenses	Recognition of Insurance Income and Related Expenses Deposits related to variable life and investment-type contracts are reported as increases to policyholders’ account balances. Revenues from these contracts consist of fees assessed during the period against policyholders’ account balances for mortality charges, policy administration charges and surrender charges. Policy benefits and claims that are charged to expense include benefit claims incurred in the period in excess of related policyholders’ account balances. Premiums from non-participating traditional life and annuity policies with life contingencies generally are recognized in income when due. Benefits and expenses are matched with such income so as to result in the recognition of profits over the life of the contracts. This match is accomplished by means of the provision for liabilities for future policy benefits and the deferral and subsequent amortization of DAC. For contracts with a single premium or a limited number of premium payments due over a significantly shorter period than the total period over which benefits are provided, premiums are recorded as revenue when due with any excess profit deferred and recognized in income in a constant relationship to insurance in-force or, for annuities, the amount of expected future benefit payments.
DAC and VOBA	DAC and VOBA DAC. Acquisition costs that vary with and are primarily related to the acquisition of new and renewal insurance business, reflecting incremental direct costs of contract acquisition with independent third parties or employees that are essential to the contract transaction, as well as the portion of employee compensation, including payroll fringe benefits and other costs directly related to underwriting, policy issuance and processing, medical inspection, and contract selling for successfully negotiated contracts including commissions, underwriting, agency and policy issue expenses, are deferred. DAC is subject to recoverability testing at the time of policy issue and loss recognition testing at the end of each accounting period. After the initial establishment of reserves, premium deficiency and loss recognition tests are performed each period end using best estimate assumptions as of the testing date without provisions for adverse deviation. When the liabilities for future policy benefits plus the present value of expected future gross premiums for the aggregate product group are insufficient to provide for expected future policy benefits and expenses for that line of business (i.e., reserves net of any DAC asset), DAC would first be written off and thereafter, if required, a premium deficiency reserve would be established by a charge to earnings. VOBA. VOBA, which arose from MLOA’s 2004 acquisition by AXA Financial, was established in accordance with purchase accounting guidance for business combinations. VOBA is the actuarially determined present value of estimated future gross profits from insurance contracts in force at the date of the acquisition. VOBA is amortized over the expected life of the contracts (up to 50 years from the date of issue) according to the type of contract using the methods described below as applicable. VOBA is subject to loss recognition testing at the end of each accounting period. Amortization Policy. For universal life (“UL”) and investment type products, DAC and VOBA are amortized over the expected total life of the contract group as a constant percentage of estimated gross profits arising principally from investment results, Separate Account fees, mortality and expense margins and surrender charges based on historical and anticipated future experience, updated at the end of each accounting period. When estimated gross profits are expected to be negative for multiple years of a contract life, DAC and VOBA are amortized using the present value of estimated assessments. The effect on the amortization of DAC and VOBA of updates to estimated gross profits or assessments is reflected in earnings in the period such estimated gross profits or assessments are updated. A decrease in expected gross profits or assessments would accelerate DAC and VOBA amortization. Conversely, an increase in expected gross profits or assessments would slow DAC and VOBA amortization. The effect on the DAC and VOBA assets that would result from realization of unrealized gains (losses) is recognized with an offset to AOCI in shareholders’ equity as of the balance sheet date. A significant assumption in the amortization of DAC and VOBA on variable and interest-sensitive life insurance relates to projected future Separate Account performance. Management sets estimated future gross profit or assessment assumptions related to Separate Account performance using a long-term view of expected average market returns by applying a reversion to the mean approach, a commonly used industry practice. This future return approach influences the projection of fees earned, as well as other sources of estimated gross profits. Returns that are higher than expectations for a given period produce higher than expected account balances, increase the fees earned resulting in higher expected future gross profits and lower DAC and VOBA amortization for the period. The opposite occurs when returns are lower than expected. In applying this approach to develop estimates of future returns, it is assumed that the market will return to an average gross long-term return estimate, developed with reference to historical long-term equity market performance. In 2015, based upon management’s current expectations of interest rates and future fund growth, MLOA updated its reversion to the mean (“RTM”) assumption from 9.0% to 7.0% . The average gross long term return measurement start date was also updated to December 31, 2014. Management has set limitations as to maximum and minimum future rate of return assumptions, as well as a limitation on the duration of use of these maximum or minimum rates of return. At December 31, 2016 , the average gross short-term and long-term annual return estimate on variable and interest-sensitive life insurance was 7.0 % ( 5.63 % net of product weighted average Separate Account fees), and the gross maximum and minimum short-term annual rate of return limitations were 15.0 % ( 13.63 % net of product weighted average Separate Account fees) and 0.0 % (1.37) % net of product weighted average Separate Account fees), respectively. The maximum duration over which these rate limitations may be applied is 5 years. This approach will continue to be applied in future periods. These assumptions of long-term growth are subject to assessment of the reasonableness of resulting estimates of future return assumptions. If actual market returns continue at levels that would result in assuming future market returns of 15.0 % for more than 5 years in order to reach the average gross long-term return estimate, the application of the 5 year maximum duration limitation would result in an acceleration of DAC and VOBA amortization. Conversely, actual market returns resulting in assumed future market returns of 0.0% for more than 5 years would result in a required deceleration of DAC and VOBA amortization. In addition, projections of future mortality assumptions related to variable and interest-sensitive life products are based on a long-term average of actual experience. This assumption is updated quarterly to reflect recent experience as it emerges. Improvement of life mortality in future periods from that currently projected would result in future deceleration of DAC and VOBA amortization. Conversely, deterioration of life mortality in future periods from that currently projected would result in future acceleration of DAC and VOBA amortization. Generally, life mortality experience has been improving in recent years. Other significant assumptions underlying gross profit estimates for UL and investment-type products relate to contract persistency and General Account investment spread.
Deferred Cost of or Gain on Reinsurance	Deferred Cost of or Gain on Reinsurance MLOA currently cedes an in-force book of life insurance and annuity policies written primarily prior to 2004 to Protective Life Insurance Company (“Protective Life”). As a result of the reinsurance agreement MLOA recorded a deferred cost of reinsurance asset. The cost of or gain on reinsurance at the inception of a coinsurance treaty, defined as the difference between the initial coinsurance premium paid and the amount of the net liabilities relating to the underlying reinsured policies in accordance with the reinsurance agreement, net of the ceded commission received is deferred and amortized over the lives of the underlying policies.
Policyholders Account Balances and Future Policy Benefits	Policyholders’ Account Balances and Future Policy Benefits Policyholders’ account balances for variable life and investment-type contracts are equal to the policy account values. The policy account values represent an accumulation of gross premium payments plus credited interest less expense and mortality charges and withdrawals. MLOA had issued certain variable annuity products with a guaranteed minimum death benefit (“GMDB”) feature. MLOA also had issued certain variable annuity products that contained a guaranteed minimum income benefit (“GMIB”) feature which, if elected by the policyholder after a stipulated waiting period from contract issuance, guarantees a minimum lifetime annuity based on predetermined annuity purchase rates that may be in excess of what the contract account value can purchase at then-current annuity purchase rates. This minimum lifetime annuity is based on predetermined annuity purchase rates applied to a GMIB base. Reserves for GMDB and GMIB obligations are calculated on the basis of actuarial assumptions related to projected benefits and related contract charges generally over the lives of the contracts using assumptions consistent with those used in estimating gross profits for purposes of amortizing DAC and VOBA. The determination of this estimated liability is based on models that involve numerous estimates and subjective judgments, including those regarding expected market rates of return and volatility, contract surrender and withdrawal rates, mortality experience, and, for contracts with the GMIB feature, GMIB election rates. Assumptions regarding Separate Account performance used for purposes of this calculation are set using a long-term view of expected average market returns by applying a reversion to the mean approach, consistent with that used for DAC and VOBA amortization. There can be no assurance that actual experience will be consistent with management’s estimates. MLOA’s variable annuity contracts with GMDB and GMIB features in-force that guarantee one of the following: • Return of Premium: the benefit is the greater of current account value or premiums paid (adjusted for withdrawals); • Ratchet: the benefit is the greatest of current account value, premiums paid (adjusted for withdrawals), or the highest account value on any anniversary up to contractually specified ages (adjusted for withdrawals); • Roll-Up: the benefit is the greater of current account value or premiums paid (adjusted for withdrawals) accumulated at contractually specified interest rates up to specified ages; or • Combo: the benefit is the greater of the ratchet benefit or the roll-up benefit which may include a five-year or an annual reset. In connection with the reinsurance agreement with Protective Life, MLOA has reinsured 100% of the risk associated with variable annuity products with GMDB and GMIB features. Reinsurance recoverable balances were calculated using methodologies and assumptions that are consistent with those used to calculate the direct liabilities. For non-participating traditional life insurance policies, future policy benefit liabilities are estimated using a net level premium method on the basis of actuarial assumptions as to mortality, persistency and interest established at policy issue. Assumptions established at policy issue as to mortality and persistency are based on MLOA’s experience that, together with interest and expense assumptions, includes a margin for adverse deviation. Benefit liabilities for traditional annuities during the accumulation period are equal to accumulated contractholders’ fund balances and, after annuitization, are equal to the present value of expected future payments. When the liabilities for future policy benefits plus the present value of expected future gross premiums for a product are insufficient to provide for expected future policy benefits and expenses for that product, DAC and VOBA are written off and thereafter, if required, a premium deficiency reserve is established by a charge to earnings.
Separate Accounts	Separate Accounts Generally, Separate Accounts established under Arizona State Insurance Law are not chargeable with liabilities that arise from any other business of MLOA. Separate Accounts assets are subject to General Account claims only to the extent Separate Accounts assets exceed Separate Accounts liabilities. Assets and liabilities of the Separate Accounts represent the net deposits and accumulated net investment earnings (loss) less fees, held primarily for the benefit of contractholders, and for which MLOA does not bear the investment risk. Separate Accounts’ assets and liabilities are shown on separate lines in the balance sheets. Assets held in Separate Accounts are reported at quoted market values or, where quoted values are not readily available or accessible for these securities, their fair value measures most often are determined through the use of model pricing that effectively discounts prospective cash flows to present value using appropriate sector-adjusted credit spreads commensurate with the security’s duration, also taking into consideration issuer-specific credit quality and liquidity. Investment performance (including investment income, net investment gains (losses) and changes in unrealized gains (losses)) and the corresponding amounts credited to contractholders of such Separate Accounts are offset within the same line in the consolidated statements of earnings (loss). For 2016 , 2015 and 2014 , investment results of such Separate Accounts were gains (losses) of $52 million , $(12) million and $24 million , respectively. Deposits to Separate Accounts are reported as increases in Separate Accounts assets and liabilities and are not reported in revenues. Mortality, policy administration and surrender charges on all policies including those funded by Separate Accounts are included in revenues. MLOA reports the General Account’s interests in Separate Accounts as other invested assets in the balance sheets.
Other Accounting Policies	Income Taxes AXA Financial and certain of its consolidated subsidiaries and affiliates, including MLOA, file a consolidated Federal income tax return. MLOA provides for Federal and state income taxes currently payable, as well as those deferred due to temporary differences between the financial reporting and tax bases of assets and liabilities. Current Federal income taxes are charged or credited to operations based upon amounts estimated to be payable or recoverable as a result of taxable operations for the current year. Deferred income tax assets and liabilities are recognized based on the difference between financial statement carrying amounts and income tax bases of assets and liabilities using enacted income tax rates and laws. Valuation allowances are established when management determines, based on available information, that it is more likely than not that deferred tax assets will not be realized. Under accounting for uncertainty in income taxes guidance, MLOA determines whether it is more likely than not that a tax position will be sustained upon examination by the appropriate taxing authorities before any part of the benefit can be recorded in the financial statements. Tax positions are then measured at the largest amount of benefit that is greater than 50% likely of being realized upon settlement.

INVESTMENTS (Tables)

INVESTMENTS (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Investments, Debt and Equity Securities [Abstract]
Available-for-sale Securities	The following table provides information relating to fixed maturities classified as AFS: Available-for-Sale Securities by Classification Amortized Cost Gross Unrealized Gains Gross Unrealized Losses Fair Value OTTI in AOCI (1) December 31, 2016: Fixed Maturity Securities: Public corporate $ 819 $ 16 $ 8 $ 827 $ — Private corporate 205 5 2 208 — U.S. Treasury, government and agency 36 — 1 35 — States and political subdivisions 6 — — 6 — Commercial mortgage-backed 24 7 7 24 1 Redeemable preferred stock 9 — — 9 — Total at December 31, 2016 $ 1,099 $ 28 $ 18 $ 1,109 $ 1 December 31, 2015: Fixed Maturity Securities: Public corporate $ 631 $ 16 $ 10 $ 637 $ — Private corporate 183 4 2 185 — U.S. Treasury, government and agency 29 — — 29 — States and political subdivisions 6 1 — 7 — Commercial mortgage-backed 32 6 7 31 1 Redeemable preferred stock 17 — — 17 — Total at December 31, 2015 $ 898 $ 27 $ 19 $ 906 $ 1 (1) Amounts represent OTTI losses in AOCI, which were not included in earnings (loss) in accordance with current accounting guidance.
Investments Classified by Contractual Maturity Date	The contractual maturities of AFS fixed maturities at December 31, 2016 are shown in the table below. Bonds not due at a single maturity date have been included in the table in the final year of maturity. Actual maturities may differ from contractual maturities because borrowers may have the right to call or prepay obligations with or without call or prepayment penalties. Available-for-Sale Fixed Maturity Securities Contractual Maturities at December 31, 2016 Amortized Cost Fair Value (In Millions) Due in one year or less $ 20 $ 20 Due in years two through five 179 187 Due in years six through ten 845 847 Due after ten years 22 22 Subtotal 1,066 1,076 Commercial mortgage-backed securities 24 24 Redeemable preferred stock $ 9 $ 9 Total $ 1,099 $ 1,109
Available For Sale Fixed Maturities Proceeds Gross Gains And Gross Losses From Sales And Other Than Temporary Impairments	The following table shows proceeds from sales, gross gains (losses) from sales and OTTI for AFS fixed maturities during 2016 , 2015 and 2014 : December 31, 2016 2015 2014 (In Millions) Proceeds from sales $ 49 $ 19 $ 39 Gross gains on sales $ 1 $ — $ 1 Gross losses on sales $ — $ — $ 1 Total OTTI $ (3 ) $ (1 ) $ (10 ) Non-credit losses recognized in OCI — — — Credit losses recognized in earnings (loss) $ (3 ) $ (1 ) $ (10 )
Fixed Maturities Credit Losses Impairments	The following table sets forth the amount of credit loss impairments on fixed maturity securities held by MLOA at the dates indicated and the corresponding changes in such amounts. Fixed Maturity Securities - Credit Loss Impairments 2016 2015 (In Millions) Balances at January 1, $ (42 ) $ (51 ) Previously recognized impairments on securities that matured, paid, prepaid or sold 13 10 Recognized impairments on securities impaired to fair value this period (1) — — Impairments recognized this period on securities not previously impaired (3 ) — Additional impairments this period on securities previously impaired — (1 ) Increases due to passage of time on previously recorded credit losses — — Accretion of previously recognized impairments due to increases in expected cash flows — — Balances at December 31, $ (32 ) $ (42 ) (1) Represents circumstances where MLOA determined in the current period that it intends to sell the security or it is more likely than not that it will be required to sell the security before recovery of the security’s amortized cost.
Unrealized Gain (Loss) on Investments	Net unrealized investment gains (losses) on fixed maturities and equity securities classified as AFS are included in the balance sheets as a component of AOCI. The table below presents these amounts as of the dates indicated: December 31, 2016 2015 (In Millions) AFS Securities: Fixed maturity securities: With OTTI loss $ 4 $ 4 All other 6 4 Net Unrealized (Gains) Losses $ 10 $ 8
Unrealized Gain Loss On Investments With Other Than Temporary Impairment	The tables that follow below present a rollforward of net unrealized investment gains (losses) recognized in AOCI, split between amounts related to fixed maturity securities on which an OTTI loss has been recognized, and all other: Net Unrealized Gains (Losses) on Fixed Maturity Securities with OTTI Losses Net Unrealized Gains (Losses) on Investments Deferred Income Tax Asset(Liability) AOCI Gain (Loss) Related to Net Unrealized Investment Gains(Losses) (In Millions) Balance, January 1, 2016 $ 4 $ (2 ) $ 2 Net investment gains (losses) arising during the period (1 ) — (1 ) Reclassification adjustment for OTTI losses: Included in Net earnings (loss) 1 — 1 Impact of net unrealized investment gains (losses) on: Deferred income taxes — — — Balance, December 31, 2016 $ 4 $ (2 ) $ 2 Balance, January 1, 2015 $ (1 ) $ — $ (1 ) Net investment gains (losses) arising during the period 4 — 4 Reclassification adjustment for OTTI losses: Included in Net earnings (loss) 1 — 1 Impact of net unrealized investment gains (losses) on: Deferred income taxes — (2 ) (2 ) Balance, December 31, 2015 $ 4 $ (2 ) $ 2
Other Net Unrealized Investment Gains Losses In Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income	All Other Net Unrealized Investment Gains (Losses) in AOCI Net Unrealized Gains (Losses) on Investments DAC and VOBA Deferred Income Tax Asset(Liability) AOCI Gain (Loss) Related to Net Unrealized Investment Gains (Losses) (In Millions) Balance, January 1, 2016 $ 4 $ (2 ) — $ 2 Net investment gains (losses) arising during the period (1 ) — — (1 ) Reclassification adjustment for OTTI losses: Included in Net earnings (loss) 3 — — 3 Impact of net unrealized investment gains (losses) on: DAC and VOBA — 2 — 2 Deferred income taxes — — (1 ) (1 ) Balance, December 31, 2016 $ 6 — $ (1 ) $ 5 Balance, January 1, 2015 $ 29 $ (2 ) $ (9 ) $ 18 Net investment gains (losses) arising during the period (24 ) — — (24 ) Reclassification adjustment for OTTI losses: Included in Net earnings (loss) (1 ) — — (1 ) Impact of net unrealized investment gains (losses) on: DAC and VOBA — — — — Deferred income taxes — — 9 9 Balance, December 31, 2015 $ 4 $ (2 ) — $ 2
Schedule of Unrealized Loss on Investments	The following tables disclose the fair values and gross unrealized losses of the 168 issues at December 31, 2016 and the 141 issues at December 31, 2015 of fixed maturities that are not deemed to be other-than-temporarily impaired, aggregated by investment category and length of time that individual securities have been in a continuous unrealized loss position for the specified periods at the dates indicated: Less Than 12 Months 12 Months or Longer Total Fair Value Gross Unrealized Losses Fair Value Gross Unrealized Losses Fair Value Gross Unrealized Losses (In Millions) December 31, 2016 Fixed Maturity Securities: Public corporate $ 292 $ 8 $ 12 $ — $ 304 $ 8 Private corporate 61 2 — — 61 2 U.S. Treasury, government and agency 21 1 — — 21 1 Commercial mortgage-backed 1 — 10 7 11 7 Redeemable preferred stock 9 — — — 9 — Total $ 384 $ 11 $ 22 $ 7 $ 406 $ 18 December 31, 2015 Fixed Maturity Securities: Public corporate $ 243 $ 9 $ 11 $ 1 $ 254 $ 10 Private corporate 58 2 — — 58 2 U.S. Treasury, government and agency 16 — — — 16 — Commercial mortgage-backed 4 — 13 7 17 7 Redeemable preferred stock — — 2 — 2 — Total $ 321 $ 11 $ 26 $ 8 $ 347 $ 19
Debt Service Coverage Ratio	The following table provides information relating to the loan-to-value and debt service coverage ratio for commercial mortgage loans at December 31, 2016 . The values used in these ratio calculations were developed as part of the periodic review of the commercial mortgage loan portfolio, which includes an evaluation of the underlying collateral value. Mortgage Loans by Loan-to-Value and Debt Service Coverage Ratios December 31, 2016 Debt Service Coverage Ratio Loan-to-Value Ratio: (2) Greater than 2.0x 1.8x to 2.0x 1.5x to 1.8x 1.2x to 1.5x 1.0x to 1.2x Less than 1.0x Total Mortgage Loans (In Millions) Commercial Mortgage Loans (1) 0% - 50% $ 17 $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — $ 17 50% - 70% — — — — — — — 70% - 90% — — — — — — — 90% plus — — — — — — — Total Commercial Mortgage Loans $ 17 $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — $ 17 (1) The debt service coverage ratio is calculated using the most recently reported net operating income results from property operations divided by annual debt service. (2) The loan-to-value ratio is derived from current loan balance divided by the fair market value of the property. The fair market value of the underlying commercial properties is updated annually.
Age Analysis Of Past Due Mortgage Loans	The following table provides information relating to the aging analysis of past due mortgage loans at December 31, 2016. 30-59 Days 60-89 Days 90 Days Or > Total Current Total Financing Receivables Recorded Investment Or > 90 Days and Accruing (In Millions) December 31, 2016: Total Commercial Mortgage Loans $ — $ — $ — $ — $ 17 $ 17 $ —
Investments in and Advances to Affiliates	The following table presents MLOA’s investment in 2.6 million units of AB (approximately 0.95% ownership) with a fair value of $61 million and $62 million at December 31, 2016 and 2015, respectively. MLOA’s investment in AB, an affiliate, is included in Other invested assets: 2016 2015 (In Millions) Balance at January 1, $ 63 $ 63 Equity in net earnings (loss) 6 5 Dividends received (5 ) (5 ) Other — — Balance at December 31, $ 64 $ 63
Equity Method Investments	The tables below detail the condensed balance sheets and statements of earnings (loss) of AB and MLOA’s equity investment and equity in earnings (loss) of AB. December 31, 2016 2015 (In Millions) Balance Sheets: Total Assets $ 8,740 $ 7,436 Total Liabilities 4,279 3,368 Redeemable non-controlling interest 393 13 Total Partners’ Capital 4,068 4,055 Total Liabilities and Partners’ Capital $ 8,740 $ 7,436 MLOA’s Equity investment in AB $ 64 $ 63 2016 2015 2014 (In Millions) Statements of Earnings (Loss): Total revenues $ 3,029 $ 3,021 $ 3,005 Total Expenses 2,306 2,390 2,397 Net Earnings (Loss) $ 695 $ 587 $ 570 MLOA’s Equity in earnings (loss) of AB $ 6 $ 5 $ 1
Schedule of Derivative Instruments	The tables below present quantitative disclosures about MLOA’s derivative instruments, including those embedded in other contracts though required to be accounted for as derivative instruments. Derivative Instruments by Category Fair Value Notional Amount Asset Derivatives Liability Derivatives Gains (Losses) Reported In Earnings (Loss) (In Millions) At or For the Year Ended, December 31, 2016: Freestanding derivatives: Equity contracts: (1) Options $ 776 $ 76 $ 20 $ 18 Collateral — — 51 — Net investment income (loss) 18 Embedded derivatives: MSO and IUL indexed features (2) — — 53 (18 ) Balance, December 31, 2016 $ 776 $ 76 $ 124 $ — At or For the Year Ended, December 31, 2015: Freestanding derivatives: Equity contracts: (1) Options $ 518 $ 28 $ 4 $ (9 ) Net investment income (loss) (9 ) Embedded derivatives: MSO and IUL indexed features (2) — — 24 8 Balance, December 31, 2015 $ 518 $ 28 $ 28 $ (1 ) (1) Reported in Other invested assets in MLOA’s balance sheets. (2) MSO and IUL are reported in Future policyholders’ benefits and other policyholders’ liabilities in the balance sheets.
Offsetting Assets And Liabilities	The following table presents information about MLOA’s offsetting of financial assets and liabilities and derivative instruments at December 31, 2016 . Offsetting of Financial Assets and Liabilities and Derivative Instruments At December 31, 2016 Gross Amounts Recognized Gross Amounts Offset in the Balance Sheets Net Amounts Presented in the Balance Sheets (In Millions) ASSETS Description Derivatives: Equity contracts $ 76 $ 20 $ 56 Collateral $ — $ 58 $ (58 ) Total Derivatives, subject to an ISDA Master Agreement (1) 76 78 (2 ) Other financial instruments 77 — 77 Other invested assets $ 153 $ 78 $ 75 LIABILITIES Description Derivatives: Equity contracts $ 20 $ 20 $ — Total Derivatives, subject to an ISDA Master Agreement (1) 78 78 — Other financial liabilities 78 — 78 Other liabilities $ 156 $ 78 $ 78 (1) All derivatives were subject to ISDA Master Agreements at December 31, 2016 . The following table presents information about MLOA’s offsetting of financial assets and liabilities and derivative instruments at December 31, 2015 . Offsetting of Financial Assets and Liabilities and Derivative Instruments At December 31, 2015 Gross Amounts Recognized Gross Amounts Offset in the Balance Sheets Net Amounts Presented in the Balance Sheets (In Millions) ASSETS Description Derivatives: Equity contracts $ 28 $ 4 $ 24 Total Derivatives, subject to an ISDA Master Agreement (1) 28 4 24 Other financial instruments 65 — 65 Other invested assets $ 93 $ 4 $ 89 LIABILITIES Description Derivatives: Equity contracts $ 4 $ 4 $ — Total Derivatives, subject to an ISDA Master Agreement (1) 4 4 — Other financial liabilities 60 — 60 Other liabilities $ 64 $ 4 $ 60 (1) All derivatives were subject to ISDA Master Agreements at December 31, 2015 .
Collateral Arrangements By Counterparty Not Offset In Consolidated Balance Sheets	The following table presents information about MLOA’s gross collateral amounts that are not offset in the balance sheets at December 31, 2016 . Collateral Amounts Offset in the Balance Sheets At December 31, 2016 Fair Value of Assets Collateral (Received)/Held Financial Instruments Cash Net Amounts (In Millions) ASSETS Counterparty A $ 4 $ — $ (4 ) $ — Counterparty V 7 — (7 ) — Counterparty F 7 — (8 ) (1 ) Counterparty G 4 — (4 ) — Counterparty H 25 (7 ) (19 ) (1 ) Counterparty Q — — — — Counterparty K 9 — (9 ) — Counterparty T — — — — Counterparty L — — — — Total Derivatives $ 56 $ (7 ) $ (51 ) $ (2 ) Other financial assets 77 — — 77 Other invested assets $ 133 $ (7 ) $ (51 ) $ 75 The following table presents information about MLOA’s gross collateral amounts that are not offset in the balance sheets at December 31, 2015 . Gross Collateral Amounts Not Offset in the Balance Sheets At December 31, 2015 Fair Value of Assets Collateral (Received)/Held Financial Instruments Cash Net Amounts (In Millions) ASSETS Counterparty A $ 3 $ — $ (3 ) $ — Counterparty V 1 — (1 ) — Counterparty F 2 — (2 ) — Counterparty G 2 — (2 ) — Counterparty H 6 (6 ) — — Counterparty K 7 — (7 ) — Counterparty L 2 — (2 ) — Counterparty T 1 — (1 ) — Total Derivatives $ 24 $ (6 ) $ (18 ) $ — Other financial assets 65 — — 65 Other invested assets $ 89 $ (6 ) $ (18 ) $ 65
Investment Income	The following table breaks out Net investment income (loss) by asset category: 2016 2015 2014 (In Millions) Fixed maturities $ 43 $ 40 $ 36 Mortgage loans on real estate 1 0 2 Policy loans 1 1 1 Derivative instruments 18 (9 ) 13 Gross investment income (loss) 63 32 52 Investment expenses (3 ) (3 ) (2 ) Net Investment Income (Loss) $ 60 $ 29 $ 50
Realized Gain (Loss) on Investments	Investment gains (losses), net including changes in the valuation allowances and OTTI are as follows: 2016 2015 2014 (In Millions) Fixed maturities $ (4 ) $ (1 ) $ (10 ) Mortgage loans on real estate — — 4 Investment Gains (Losses), Net $ (4 ) $ (1 ) $ (6 )

VALUE OF BUSINESS ACQUIRED AN22

VALUE OF BUSINESS ACQUIRED AND DEFERRED ACQUISTION COST (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Value Of Business Acquired [Abstract]
Value Of Business Acquired	The following table presents MLOA’s VOBA asset at December 31, 2016 and 2015 : Gross Carrying Amount Accumulated Amortization and Other Net (In Millions) VOBA December 31, 2016 $ 416 $ (416 ) (1) $ 0 December 31, 2015 $ 416 $ (407 ) (1) $ 9 (1) Includes reactivity to unrealized investment gains (losses) and $117 million of accelerated VOBA amortization resulting from the reinsurance agreement with Protective Life which is included in the deferred cost of reinsurance.
Changes in deferred acquisition costs	Changes in deferred acquisition costs at December 31, 2016 and 2015 were as follows: December 31, 2016 2015 (In Millions) Balance, beginning of year $ 364 $ 292 Capitalization of commissions, sales and issue expenses 103 108 Amortization (92 ) (35 ) Change in unrealized investment gains and losses (1 ) (1 ) Balance, End of Year $ 374 $ 364

FAIR VALUE DISCLOSURES (Tables)

FAIR VALUE DISCLOSURES (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]
Fair Value, by Balance Sheet Grouping	Assets and Liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis are summarized below. At December 31, 2016 and 2015 , no assets were required to be measured at fair value on a non-recurring basis. Fair value measurements are required on a non-recurring basis for certain assets, including goodwill and mortgage loans on real estate, only when an OTTI or other event occurs. When such fair value measurements are recorded, they must be classified and disclosed within the fair value hierarchy. Fair Value Measurements Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Total (In Millions) December 31, 2016 Assets: Investments: Fixed maturity Securities, available-for-sale: Public Corporate $ — $ 827 $ — $ 827 Private Corporate — 201 7 208 U.S. Treasury, government and agency — 35 — 35 States and political subdivisions — 6 — 6 Commercial mortgage-backed — — 24 24 Redeemable preferred stock 9 — — 9 Subtotal 9 1,069 31 1,109 Other equity investments — — — — Trading securities 1 — — 1 Options — 56 — 56 Cash equivalents 109 — — 109 Separate Accounts’ assets 1,732 14 — 1,746 Total Assets $ 1,851 $ 1,139 $ 31 $ 3,021 Liabilities: Contingent payment arrangements $ — $ — $ 7 $ 7 MSO and IUL indexed features’ liability — 53 — 53 Total Liabilities $ — $ 53 $ 7 $ 60 December 31, 2015 Assets: Investments: Fixed maturity Securities, available-for-sale: Public Corporate $ — $ 637 $ — $ 637 Private Corporate — 177 8 185 U.S. Treasury, government and agency — 29 — 29 States and political subdivisions — 7 — 7 Commercial mortgage-backed — — 31 31 Redeemable preferred stock 9 8 — 17 Subtotal 9 858 39 906 Other equity investments 1 — — 1 Options — 24 — 24 Cash equivalents 170 — — 170 Separate Accounts’ assets 1,686 14 — 1,700 Total Assets $ 1,866 $ 896 $ 39 $ 2,801 Liabilities: MSO and IUL indexed features’ liability — 24 — 24 Total Liabilities $ — $ 24 $ 7 $ 31
Fair Value, Assets Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation	The table below presents a reconciliation for all Level 3 assets at December 31, 2016 , 2015 and 2014 respectively. Level 3 Instruments Fair Value Measurements Corporate Commercial Mortgage- backed Contingent Payment Arrangement (In Millions) Balance, January 1, 2016 $ 8 $ 31 — Total gains (losses), realized and unrealized included in: Earnings (loss) as: Investment gains (losses), net — (4 ) — Other comprehensive income (loss) — 1 — Purchases — — 7 Sales (1 ) (4 ) — Balance, December 31, 2016 $ 7 $ 24 $ 7 Balance, January 1, 2015 $ 8 $ 26 $ — Total gains (losses), realized and unrealized included in: Earnings (loss) as: Investment gains (losses), net — (2 ) — Other comprehensive income (loss) — 8 — Sales (1 ) (1 ) — Transfers into Level 3 (1) 1 — — Balance, December 31, 2015 $ 8 $ 31 $ — Balance, January 1, 2014 $ 9 $ 24 $ — Total gains (losses), realized and unrealized included in: Earnings (loss) as: Investment gains (losses), net (1 ) (11 ) — Increase (decrease) in the fair value of reinsurance contracts — — — Other comprehensive income (loss) 1 13 — Sales (1 ) — — Balance, December 31, 2014 $ 8 $ 26 $ — (1) Transfers into/out of Level 3 classification are reflected at beginning-of-period fair values.
Fair Value Assets Unrealized Gains Losses By Category For Level 3 Assets And Liabilities Still Held	The table below details changes in unrealized gains (losses) for 2016 and 2015 by category for Level 3 assets still held at December 31, 2016 and 2015, respectively. OCI (In Millions) Level 3 Instruments Full Year 2016 Still Held at December 31, 2016: Change in unrealized gains (losses): Fixed maturity securities, available-for-sale: Commercial mortgage-backed 1 Total $ 1 Level 3 Instruments Full Year 2015 Still Held at December 31, 2015: Change in unrealized gains (losses): Fixed maturity securities, available-for-sale: Corporate $ (1 ) Commercial mortgage-backed $ 8 Total $ 7
Fair Value Disclosure Financial Instruments Not Carried At Fair Value	The carrying values and fair values at December 31, 2016 and 2015 for financial instruments not otherwise disclosed in Note 3 are presented in the table below. Certain financial instruments are exempt from the requirements for fair value disclosure, such as insurance liabilities other than financial guarantees and investment contracts and pension and other postretirement obligations. Carrying Value Fair Value Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Total (In Millions) December 31, 2016 Mortgage loans on real estate $ 17 $ — $ — $ 16 $ 16 Policyholders liabilities: Investment contracts $ 168 $ — $ — $ 170 $ 170 Policy Loans 176 — — 210 210 December 31, 2015 Policyholders liabilities: Investment contracts $ 177 $ — $ — $ 184 $ 184 Policy Loans 159 — — 189 189

REINSURANCE (Tables)

REINSURANCE (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Reinsurance Disclosures [Abstract]
Schedule Of Effect Of Reinsurance	The following table summarizes the effect of reinsurance: 2016 2015 2014 (In Millions) Direct premiums 38 $ 39 $ 46 Assumed 3 1 1 Reinsurance ceded (37 ) (39) (46) Premiums 4 $ 1 $ 1 Variable Life and Investment-type Product Policy Fee Income Ceded 73 $ 73 $ 48 Policyholders’ Benefits Ceded 256 $ 261 $ 291

INCOME TAXES (Tables)

INCOME TAXES (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]
Summary Of Income Tax Expense Benefit	A summary of the income tax (expense) benefit in the statements of earnings (loss) follows: 2016 2015 2014 (In Millions) Income tax (expense) benefit: Current (expense) benefit $ 9 $ 5 $ (3 ) Deferred (expense) benefit 24 8 8 Total $ 33 $ 13 $ 5
Schedule of Components of Income Tax Expense (Benefit)	The sources of the difference and their tax effects are as follows: 2016 2015 2014 (In Millions) Expected income tax (expense) benefit $ 31 $ 11 $ 4 Dividends received deduction 2 1 1 Other — 1 — Income Tax (Expense) Benefit $ 33 $ 13 $ 5
Schedule of Deferred Tax Assets and Liabilities	The components of the net deferred income taxes are as follows: December 31, 2016 December 31, 2015 Assets Liabilities Assets Liabilities (In Millions) Reserves and reinsurance $ 112 $ — $ 97 $ — DAC — 88 — 93 VOBA — — — 3 Investments — 11 — 10 Other 13 — 12 — Total $ 125 $ 99 $ 109 $ 106
Unrecognized Tax Benefits Reconciliation	A reconciliation of unrecognized tax benefits (excluding interest and penalties) follows: 2016 2015 2014 (In Millions) Balance, beginning of year $ 7 $ 6 $ 5 Additions for tax positions of prior years (3 ) 1 1 Balance, End of Year $ 4 $ 7 $ 6

ACCUMULATED OTHER COMPREHENSI26

ACCUMULATED OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS) (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax [Abstract]
Schedule of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)	The balances for the past three years follow: December 31, 2016 2015 2014 (In Millions) Unrealized gains (losses) on investments, net of adjustments $ 7 $ 5 $ 17 Total Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) $ 7 $ 5 $ 17
Comprehensive Income (Loss)	The components of OCI for the past three years follow: December 31, 2016 2015 2014 (In Millions) Change in net unrealized gains (losses) on investments: Net unrealized gains (losses) arising during the year $ (1 ) $ (13 ) $ 11 (Gains) losses reclassified into net earnings (loss) during the year (1) 3 0 7 Change in net unrealized gains (losses) on investments 2 (13 ) 18 Adjustments for DAC, VOBA and Other — 1 (9 ) Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), net of adjustments and (net of deferred income tax expense (benefit) of $1, $(6) and $(5) $ 2 $ (12 ) $ 9 (1) See “Reclassification adjustments” in Note 3. Reclassification amounts presented net of income tax expense (benefit) of $1 million , $0 million and $(3) million for 2016 , 2015 and 2014 , respectively.

SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICI27

SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES - MORTGAGE LOANS ON REAL ESTATE (Details)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016
Mortgage Loans on Real Estate, Write-down or Reserve, Management Judgment Factor [Line Items]
Loan-to-Value Ratio for Allowance to be Recommended	100.00%
Debt Service Coverage Ratio Threshold	1
Minimum
Mortgage Loans on Real Estate, Write-down or Reserve, Management Judgment Factor [Line Items]
Lease Expiration Period	12 months
Mortgage Loan Maturity Period for Monitoring	12 months
Maximum
Mortgage Loans on Real Estate, Write-down or Reserve, Management Judgment Factor [Line Items]
Lease Expiration Period	36 months
Mortgage Loan Maturity Period for Monitoring	24 months

SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICI28

SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES - DAC AND VOBA (Details)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
DAC [Abstract]
VOBA Amortization Period Maximum (in years)	50 years
Mean (RTM) assumption (as a percent)		7.00%	9.00%
Average gross short-term and long-term annual return estimate (as a percent)	7.00%
Average net short-term and long-term annual return estimate (as a percent)	5.60%
Gross maximum short-term annual rate of return limitations (as a percent)	15.00%
Net maximum short-term annual rate of return limitations (as a percent)	13.60%
Gross minimum short-term annual rate of return limitations (as a percent)	0.00%
Net minimum short-term annual rate of return limitations (as a percent)	(1.40%)
Term of rate limitations (in years)	5 years

SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICI29

SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES - SEPARATE ACCOUNTS (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Separate Accounts Disclosure [Abstract]
Gain (loss) recognized on assets transferred to separate account	$ 52	$ (12)	$ 24

SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICI30

SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES - OUT OF PERIOD ADJUSTMENTS AND ASSUMPTIONS UPDATES (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Quantifying Misstatement in Current Year Financial Statements [Line Items]
Net earnings (loss)	$ (56)	$ (17)	$ (5)
Earnings (loss), before income taxes	(89)	(30)	(10)
Other comprehensive income (loss)	2	(12)	9
Income tax expense (benefit)	(33)	$ (13)	$ (5)
Mean (RTM) assumption (as a percent)		7.00%	9.00%
Policyholders’ benefits	34	$ 39	$ 31
Amortization of deferred policy acquisition costs	92	35
Total benefits and other deductions	359	225	155
Total revenues	270	195	$ 145
Update RTM Assumptions
Quantifying Misstatement in Current Year Financial Statements [Line Items]
Net earnings (loss)		(8)
Earnings (loss), before income taxes		$ (12)
Mean (RTM) assumption (as a percent)		7.00%	9.00%
Amortization of deferred policy acquisition costs		$ 8
2016 Assumption Updates
Quantifying Misstatement in Current Year Financial Statements [Line Items]
Net earnings (loss)	(17)
Earnings (loss), before income taxes	(26)
Policyholders’ benefits	(10)
Fees and commissions	29
Amortization of deferred policy acquisition costs	65
Out of Period Adjustments
Quantifying Misstatement in Current Year Financial Statements [Line Items]
Net earnings (loss)	3		$ (2)
Earnings (loss), before income taxes	5		(3)
Other comprehensive income (loss)			$ (8)
Total benefits and other deductions	(6)
Total revenues	(1)
Change in Estimates | 2016 Assumption Updates
Quantifying Misstatement in Current Year Financial Statements [Line Items]
Earnings (loss), before income taxes	$ 4
VISL | Update RTM Assumptions
Quantifying Misstatement in Current Year Financial Statements [Line Items]
Policyholders’ benefits		$ 4

INVESTMENTS (AVAILABLE-FOR-SALE

INVESTMENTS (AVAILABLE-FOR-SALE SECURITIES) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Schedule of Available-for-sale Securities [Line Items]
Fair Value	$ 1,109	$ 906
Available-for-sale Securities, Debt Maturities, Amortized Cost Basis, Fiscal Year Maturity [Abstract]
Due in one year or less, Amortized Cost	20
Due in years two through five, Amortized Cost	179
Due in years six through ten, Amortized Cost	845
Due after ten years, Amortized Cost	22
Subtotal	1,066
Debt Maturities, Amortized Cost Basis	1,099
Available-for-sale Securities, Debt Maturities, Fair Value, Fiscal Year Maturity [Abstract]
Due in one year or less, Fair Value	20
Due in years two through five, Fair Value	187
Due in years six through ten, Fair Value	847
Due after ten years, Fair Value	22
Subtotal	1,076
Available For Sale Securities, Debt Maturities, Fair Value	1,109
Available For Sale Fixed Maturities Proceeds Gross Gains And Gross Losses From Sales And Other Than Temporary Impairments [Abstract]
Proceeds from sales	49	19	$ 39
Gross gains on sales	1	0	1
Gross losses on sales	0	0	1
Total other-than-temporary impairment losses	(3)	(1)	(10)
Portion of loss recognized in other comprehensive income (loss)	0	0	0
Credit losses recognized in earnings (loss)	(3)	(1)	(10)
Fixed Maturities - Credit Loss Impairments
Balance at January 1,	(42)	(51)
Previously recognized impairments on securities that matured, paid, prepaid or sold	13	10
Recognized impairments on securities impaired to fair value this period	0	0
Impairments recognized this period on securities not previously impaired	(3)	0
Additional impairments this period on securities previously impaired	0	(1)
Increases due to passage of time on previously recorded credit losses	0	0
Accretion of previously recognized impairments due to increases in expected cash flows	0	0
Balances at December 31,	(32)	(42)	$ (51)
Public Corporate
Schedule of Available-for-sale Securities [Line Items]
Amortized Cost	819	631
Gross Unrealized Gains	16	16
Gross Unrealized Losses	8	10
Fair Value	827	637
Private Corporate
Schedule of Available-for-sale Securities [Line Items]
Amortized Cost	205	183
Gross Unrealized Gains	5	4
Gross Unrealized Losses	2	2
Fair Value	208	185
US Treasury Government And Agency
Schedule of Available-for-sale Securities [Line Items]
Amortized Cost	36	29
Gross Unrealized Losses	1
Fair Value	35	29
State and Political Sub-divisions
Schedule of Available-for-sale Securities [Line Items]
Amortized Cost	6	6
Gross Unrealized Gains	0	1
Fair Value	6	7
Commercial Mortgage-backed
Schedule of Available-for-sale Securities [Line Items]
Amortized Cost	24	32
Gross Unrealized Gains	7	6
Gross Unrealized Losses	7	7
Fair Value	24	31
OTTI in AOCI	1	1
Available-for-sale Securities, Debt Maturities, Amortized Cost Basis, Fiscal Year Maturity [Abstract]
AFS without a single maturity date, amortized cost	24
Available-for-sale Securities, Debt Maturities, Fair Value, Fiscal Year Maturity [Abstract]
AFS without a single maturity date, Fair Value	24
Redeemable preferred stock
Schedule of Available-for-sale Securities [Line Items]
Amortized Cost	9	17
Gross Unrealized Gains		0
Gross Unrealized Losses	0	0
Fair Value	9	17
Available-for-sale Securities, Debt Maturities, Amortized Cost Basis, Fiscal Year Maturity [Abstract]
AFS without a single maturity date, amortized cost	9
Available-for-sale Securities, Debt Maturities, Fair Value, Fiscal Year Maturity [Abstract]
AFS without a single maturity date, Fair Value	9
Fixed Maturities
Schedule of Available-for-sale Securities [Line Items]
Amortized Cost	1,099	898
Gross Unrealized Gains	28	27
Gross Unrealized Losses	18	19
Fair Value	1,109	906
OTTI in AOCI	$ 1	$ 1

INVESTMENTS (NET UNREALIZED GAI

INVESTMENTS (NET UNREALIZED GAINS (LOSSES)) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Net Unrealized Investment Gains Losses Recognized In Aoci Roll Forward [Abstract]
Net unrealized gains (losses) arising during the year	$ (1)	$ (13)	$ 11
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Reclassification Adjustment for Sale of Securities Included in Net Income, Net of Tax	3	0	7
Deferred Policy Acquisition Cost Amortization Expense Unrealized Investment Gains Losses	1	1
Net Unrealized Gains (Losses) On Investments | All other
Net Unrealized Investment Gains Losses Recognized In Aoci Roll Forward [Abstract]
Balance, beginning of year	4	29
Net unrealized gains (losses) arising during the year	(1)	(24)
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Reclassification Adjustment for Sale of Securities Included in Net Income, Net of Tax	3	(1)
Balance, End of Year	6	4	29
DAC and VOBA | All other
Net Unrealized Investment Gains Losses Recognized In Aoci Roll Forward [Abstract]
Balance, beginning of year	(2)	(2)
Deferred Policy Acquisition Cost Amortization Expense Unrealized Investment Gains Losses	2	0
Balance, End of Year	0	(2)	(2)
Deferred Income Tax Asset Liability | All other
Net Unrealized Investment Gains Losses Recognized In Aoci Roll Forward [Abstract]
Balance, beginning of year	0	(9)
Impact of net unrealized investment gains (losses) on Deferred income taxes	(1)	9
Balance, End of Year	(1)	0	(9)
AOCI Gain Losses Related To Net Unrealized Investment Gains Losses | All other
Net Unrealized Investment Gains Losses Recognized In Aoci Roll Forward [Abstract]
Balance, beginning of year	2	18
Net unrealized gains (losses) arising during the year	(1)	(24)
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Reclassification Adjustment for Sale of Securities Included in Net Income, Net of Tax	3	(1)
Deferred Policy Acquisition Cost Amortization Expense Unrealized Investment Gains Losses	2	0
Impact of net unrealized investment gains (losses) on Deferred income taxes	(1)	9
Balance, End of Year	5	2	18
Fixed Maturities
Net Unrealized Investment Gains Losses Recognized In Aoci Roll Forward [Abstract]
Balance, beginning of year	8
Balance, End of Year	10	8
Fixed Maturities | With OTTI loss
Net Unrealized Investment Gains Losses Recognized In Aoci Roll Forward [Abstract]
Balance, beginning of year	4
Balance, End of Year	4	4
Fixed Maturities | All other
Net Unrealized Investment Gains Losses Recognized In Aoci Roll Forward [Abstract]
Balance, beginning of year	4
Balance, End of Year	6	4
Fixed Maturities | Net Unrealized Gains (Losses) On Investments | With OTTI loss
Net Unrealized Investment Gains Losses Recognized In Aoci Roll Forward [Abstract]
Balance, beginning of year	4	(1)
Net unrealized gains (losses) arising during the year	(1)	4
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Reclassification Adjustment for Sale of Securities Included in Net Income, Net of Tax	1	1
Balance, End of Year	4	4	(1)
Fixed Maturities | Deferred Income Tax Asset Liability | With OTTI loss
Net Unrealized Investment Gains Losses Recognized In Aoci Roll Forward [Abstract]
Balance, beginning of year	(2)	0
Impact of net unrealized investment gains (losses) on Deferred income taxes	0	(2)
Balance, End of Year	(2)	(2)	0
Fixed Maturities | AOCI Gain Losses Related To Net Unrealized Investment Gains Losses | With OTTI loss
Net Unrealized Investment Gains Losses Recognized In Aoci Roll Forward [Abstract]
Balance, beginning of year	2	(1)
Net unrealized gains (losses) arising during the year	(1)	4
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Reclassification Adjustment for Sale of Securities Included in Net Income, Net of Tax	1	1
Impact of net unrealized investment gains (losses) on Deferred income taxes	0	(2)
Balance, End of Year	$ 2	$ 2	$ (1)

INVESTMENTS (CONTINUOUS UNREALI

INVESTMENTS (CONTINUOUS UNREALIZED LOSS POSITION) (Details) $ in Millions	Dec. 31, 2016USD ($)securities	Dec. 31, 2015USD ($)securities
Investments In Fixed Maturity Securities Other Disclosure [Abstract]
Number Of Fixed Maturities | securities	168	141
Public Corporate
Available For Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]
Less than 12 Months, Fair Value	$ 292	$ 243
Less than 12 Months, Gross Unrealized Losses	(8)	(9)
12 Months or Longer, Fair Value	12	11
12 Months or Longer, Gross Unrealized Losses	0	(1)
Total Fair Value	304	254
Total, Gross Unrealized Losses	(8)	(10)
Investments In Fixed Maturity Securities Other Disclosure [Abstract]
Amortized Cost	819	631
Private Corporate
Available For Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]
Less than 12 Months, Fair Value	61	58
Less than 12 Months, Gross Unrealized Losses	(2)	(2)
12 Months or Longer, Fair Value	0	0
12 Months or Longer, Gross Unrealized Losses	0	0
Total Fair Value	61	58
Total, Gross Unrealized Losses	(2)	(2)
Investments In Fixed Maturity Securities Other Disclosure [Abstract]
Amortized Cost	205	183
US Treasury Government And Agency
Available For Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]
Less than 12 Months, Fair Value	21	16
Less than 12 Months, Gross Unrealized Losses	(1)	0
12 Months or Longer, Fair Value	0	0
12 Months or Longer, Gross Unrealized Losses	0	0
Total Fair Value	21	16
Total, Gross Unrealized Losses	(1)	0
Investments In Fixed Maturity Securities Other Disclosure [Abstract]
Amortized Cost	36	29
State and Political Sub-divisions
Investments In Fixed Maturity Securities Other Disclosure [Abstract]
Amortized Cost	6	6
Commercial Mortgage-backed
Available For Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]
Less than 12 Months, Fair Value	1	4
Less than 12 Months, Gross Unrealized Losses	0	0
12 Months or Longer, Fair Value	10	13
12 Months or Longer, Gross Unrealized Losses	(7)	(7)
Total Fair Value	11	17
Total, Gross Unrealized Losses	(7)	(7)
Investments In Fixed Maturity Securities Other Disclosure [Abstract]
Amortized Cost	24	32
Redeemable preferred stock
Available For Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]
Less than 12 Months, Fair Value	9	0
Less than 12 Months, Gross Unrealized Losses	0	0
12 Months or Longer, Fair Value	0	2
12 Months or Longer, Gross Unrealized Losses	0	0
Total Fair Value	9	2
Total, Gross Unrealized Losses	0	0
Investments In Fixed Maturity Securities Other Disclosure [Abstract]
Amortized Cost	9	17
Fixed Maturities
Available For Sale Securities Continuous Unrealized Loss Position [Line Items]
Less than 12 Months, Fair Value	384	321
Less than 12 Months, Gross Unrealized Losses	(11)	(11)
12 Months or Longer, Fair Value	22	26
12 Months or Longer, Gross Unrealized Losses	(7)	(8)
Total Fair Value	406	347
Total, Gross Unrealized Losses	$ (18)	(19)
Investments In Fixed Maturity Securities Other Disclosure [Abstract]
Debt Securities Exposure In Single Issuer Greater Than Stated Percentage Of Total Investments	1.10%
Debt Securities Exposure In Single Issuer Of Total Investments	$ 15	15
Amortized Cost	1,099	898
Unrealized investment gains (losses)	10	8
The carrying value of fixed maturities non-income producing	1
Fixed Maturities | Other Than Investment Grade
Investments In Fixed Maturity Securities Other Disclosure [Abstract]
Available-for-sale Securities, Amortized Cost Basis Other Than Investment Grade	$ 37	$ 42
Percentage Of Available For Sale Securities	3.40%	4.70%
Unrealized investment gains (losses)	$ 0	$ 1

INVESTMENTS INVESTMENTS (LOANS)

INVESTMENTS INVESTMENTS (LOANS) (Details) - Commercial Real Estate Portfolio Segment $ in Millions	Dec. 31, 2016USD ($)
Mortgage Loans on Real Estate [Line Items]
Face amount of mortgage loans	$ 17
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment, Aging [Abstract]
Total Past Due	0
Current	17
Total Financing Receivables	17
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment, 90 Days Past Due and Still Accruing	0
30 to 59 Days
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment, Aging [Abstract]
Total Past Due	0
60 to 89 Days
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment, Aging [Abstract]
Total Past Due	0
90 Days Or Greater
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment, Aging [Abstract]
Total Past Due	0
Greater than 2.0x
Mortgage Loans on Real Estate [Line Items]
Face amount of mortgage loans	17
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment, Aging [Abstract]
Total Financing Receivables	17
1.8x to 2.0x
Mortgage Loans on Real Estate [Line Items]
Face amount of mortgage loans	0
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment, Aging [Abstract]
Total Financing Receivables	0
1.5x to 1.8x
Mortgage Loans on Real Estate [Line Items]
Face amount of mortgage loans	0
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment, Aging [Abstract]
Total Financing Receivables	0
1.2x to 1.5x
Mortgage Loans on Real Estate [Line Items]
Face amount of mortgage loans	0
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment, Aging [Abstract]
Total Financing Receivables	0
1.0x to 1.2x
Mortgage Loans on Real Estate [Line Items]
Face amount of mortgage loans	0
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment, Aging [Abstract]
Total Financing Receivables	0
Less than 1.0x
Mortgage Loans on Real Estate [Line Items]
Face amount of mortgage loans	0
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment, Aging [Abstract]
Total Financing Receivables	0
0% - 50%
Mortgage Loans on Real Estate [Line Items]
Face amount of mortgage loans	17
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment, Aging [Abstract]
Total Financing Receivables	17
0% - 50% | Greater than 2.0x
Mortgage Loans on Real Estate [Line Items]
Face amount of mortgage loans	17
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment, Aging [Abstract]
Total Financing Receivables	17
0% - 50% | 1.8x to 2.0x
Mortgage Loans on Real Estate [Line Items]
Face amount of mortgage loans	0
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment, Aging [Abstract]
Total Financing Receivables	0
0% - 50% | 1.5x to 1.8x
Mortgage Loans on Real Estate [Line Items]
Face amount of mortgage loans	0
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment, Aging [Abstract]
Total Financing Receivables	0
0% - 50% | 1.2x to 1.5x
Mortgage Loans on Real Estate [Line Items]
Face amount of mortgage loans	0
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment, Aging [Abstract]
Total Financing Receivables	0
0% - 50% | 1.0x to 1.2x
Mortgage Loans on Real Estate [Line Items]
Face amount of mortgage loans	0
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment, Aging [Abstract]
Total Financing Receivables	0
0% - 50% | Less than 1.0x
Mortgage Loans on Real Estate [Line Items]
Face amount of mortgage loans	0
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment, Aging [Abstract]
Total Financing Receivables	0
50% - 70%
Mortgage Loans on Real Estate [Line Items]
Face amount of mortgage loans	0
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment, Aging [Abstract]
Total Financing Receivables	0
50% - 70% | Greater than 2.0x
Mortgage Loans on Real Estate [Line Items]
Face amount of mortgage loans	0
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment, Aging [Abstract]
Total Financing Receivables	0
50% - 70% | 1.8x to 2.0x
Mortgage Loans on Real Estate [Line Items]
Face amount of mortgage loans	0
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment, Aging [Abstract]
Total Financing Receivables	0
50% - 70% | 1.5x to 1.8x
Mortgage Loans on Real Estate [Line Items]
Face amount of mortgage loans	0
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment, Aging [Abstract]
Total Financing Receivables	0
50% - 70% | 1.2x to 1.5x
Mortgage Loans on Real Estate [Line Items]
Face amount of mortgage loans	0
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment, Aging [Abstract]
Total Financing Receivables	0
50% - 70% | 1.0x to 1.2x
Mortgage Loans on Real Estate [Line Items]
Face amount of mortgage loans	0
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment, Aging [Abstract]
Total Financing Receivables	0
50% - 70% | Less than 1.0x
Mortgage Loans on Real Estate [Line Items]
Face amount of mortgage loans	0
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment, Aging [Abstract]
Total Financing Receivables	0
70% - 90%
Mortgage Loans on Real Estate [Line Items]
Face amount of mortgage loans	0
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment, Aging [Abstract]
Total Financing Receivables	0
70% - 90% | Greater than 2.0x
Mortgage Loans on Real Estate [Line Items]
Face amount of mortgage loans	0
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment, Aging [Abstract]
Total Financing Receivables	0
70% - 90% | 1.8x to 2.0x
Mortgage Loans on Real Estate [Line Items]
Face amount of mortgage loans	0
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment, Aging [Abstract]
Total Financing Receivables	0
70% - 90% | 1.5x to 1.8x
Mortgage Loans on Real Estate [Line Items]
Face amount of mortgage loans	0
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment, Aging [Abstract]
Total Financing Receivables	0
70% - 90% | 1.2x to 1.5x
Mortgage Loans on Real Estate [Line Items]
Face amount of mortgage loans	0
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment, Aging [Abstract]
Total Financing Receivables	0
70% - 90% | 1.0x to 1.2x
Mortgage Loans on Real Estate [Line Items]
Face amount of mortgage loans	0
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment, Aging [Abstract]
Total Financing Receivables	0
70% - 90% | Less than 1.0x
Mortgage Loans on Real Estate [Line Items]
Face amount of mortgage loans	0
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment, Aging [Abstract]
Total Financing Receivables	0
90% plus
Mortgage Loans on Real Estate [Line Items]
Face amount of mortgage loans	0
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment, Aging [Abstract]
Total Financing Receivables	0
90% plus | Greater than 2.0x
Mortgage Loans on Real Estate [Line Items]
Face amount of mortgage loans	0
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment, Aging [Abstract]
Total Financing Receivables	0
90% plus | 1.8x to 2.0x
Mortgage Loans on Real Estate [Line Items]
Face amount of mortgage loans	0
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment, Aging [Abstract]
Total Financing Receivables	0
90% plus | 1.5x to 1.8x
Mortgage Loans on Real Estate [Line Items]
Face amount of mortgage loans	0
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment, Aging [Abstract]
Total Financing Receivables	0
90% plus | 1.2x to 1.5x
Mortgage Loans on Real Estate [Line Items]
Face amount of mortgage loans	0
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment, Aging [Abstract]
Total Financing Receivables	0
90% plus | 1.0x to 1.2x
Mortgage Loans on Real Estate [Line Items]
Face amount of mortgage loans	0
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment, Aging [Abstract]
Total Financing Receivables	0
90% plus | Less than 1.0x
Mortgage Loans on Real Estate [Line Items]
Face amount of mortgage loans	0
Financing Receivable, Recorded Investment, Aging [Abstract]
Total Financing Receivables	$ 0

INVESTMENTS (EQUITY METHOD INVE

INVESTMENTS (EQUITY METHOD INVESTMENTS) (Details) - USD ($) shares in Millions, $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Schedule of Equity Method Investments [Line Items]
Equity method investments, fair value				$ 0	$ 1
Investments in and Advances to Affiliates, at Fair Value [Roll Forward]
Balance at January 1,	$ 63	$ 63
Equity in earnings (loss) of AllianceBernstein	6	5	$ 1
Dividends received	(5)	(5)
Other	0	0
Balance at December 31,	64	63	63
Equity Method Investment, Summarized Financial Information [Abstract]
Total Assets				8,740	7,436
Total Liabilities				4,279	3,368
Redeemable non-controlling interest				393	13
Total Partner's Capital				4,068	4,055
Total Liabilities and Partners' Capital				8,740	7,436
MLOA's Equity investment in AllianceBernstein	63	63	63	$ 64	63
Equity Method Investment, Summarized Financial Information, Income Statement [Abstract]
Total Revenues	3,029	3,021	3,005
Total Expenses	2,306	2,390	2,397
Net Earnings (Loss)	695	587	570
MLOA's Equity in earnings (loss) of AllianceBernstein	$ 6	$ 5	$ 1
AB Investment
Schedule of Equity Method Investments [Line Items]
Investments units in Alliance Bernstein				2.6
Equity method investment, ownership percentage				1.00%
Equity method investments, fair value				$ 61	$ 62

INVESTMENTS (DERIVATIVES) (Deta

INVESTMENTS (DERIVATIVES) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Derivatives, Fair Value [Line Items]
Derivative, Notional Amount	$ 776	$ 518
Derivative Asset, Fair Value, Net	76	28
Derivative Liability, Fair Value, Net	124	28
Gain (losses) reported in net earnings (losses)	0	(1)
Derivative Instrument Detail [Abstract]
Cash And Securities Collateral For Derivative Contract	58	27
Equity Contracts Options
Derivatives, Fair Value [Line Items]
Derivative, Notional Amount	776	518
Derivative Asset, Fair Value, Net	76	28
Derivative Liability, Fair Value, Net	20	4
Gain (losses) reported in net earnings (losses)	18	(9)
Net Investment Income (Loss)
Derivatives, Fair Value [Line Items]
Gain (losses) reported in net earnings (losses)	18	(9)
MSO and IUL indexed features
Derivatives, Fair Value [Line Items]
Derivative Liability, Fair Value, Net	53	24
Gain (losses) reported in net earnings (losses)	$ (18)	$ 8

INVESTMENTS (OFFSETTING FINANCI

INVESTMENTS (OFFSETTING FINANCIAL ASSETS) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Offsetting Assets [Line Items]
Net amounts presented in the balance sheets	$ 133	$ 89
Equity Contract
Offsetting Assets [Line Items]
Gross amounts recognized	76	28
Gross amounts offset in the balance sheets	20	4
Net amounts presented in the balance sheets	56	24
Collateral Contracts
Offsetting Assets [Line Items]
Gross amounts recognized	0
Gross amounts offset in the balance sheets	58
Net amounts presented in the balance sheets	(58)
Derivatives Subject to an ISDA Master Agreements
Offsetting Assets [Line Items]
Gross amounts recognized	76	28
Gross amounts offset in the balance sheets	78	4
Net amounts presented in the balance sheets	(2)	24
Other Financial Instruments
Offsetting Assets [Line Items]
Gross amounts recognized	77	65
Gross amounts offset in the balance sheets	0	0
Net amounts presented in the balance sheets	77	65
Other Invested Assets
Offsetting Assets [Line Items]
Gross amounts recognized	153	93
Gross amounts offset in the balance sheets	78	4
Net amounts presented in the balance sheets	$ 75	$ 89

INVESTMENTS (OFFSETTING FINAN38

INVESTMENTS (OFFSETTING FINANCIAL LIABILITIES) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Equity Contract
Offsetting Liabilities [Line Items]
Gross amount recognized	$ 20	$ 4
Gross amounts offset in the balance sheets	20	4
Net amounts presented in the balance sheets	0	0
Derivatives Subject to an ISDA Master Agreements
Offsetting Liabilities [Line Items]
Gross amount recognized	78	4
Gross amounts offset in the balance sheets	78	4
Net amounts presented in the balance sheets	0	0
Other Financial Liabilities
Offsetting Liabilities [Line Items]
Gross amount recognized	78	60
Gross amounts offset in the balance sheets	0	0
Net amounts presented in the balance sheets	78	60
Other Liabilities
Offsetting Liabilities [Line Items]
Gross amount recognized	156	64
Gross amounts offset in the balance sheets	78	4
Net amounts presented in the balance sheets	$ 78	$ 60

INVESTMENTS (OFFSETTING COLLATE

INVESTMENTS (OFFSETTING COLLATERAL) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Offsetting Assets [Line Items]
Net amounts presented in the balance sheets	$ 133	$ 89
Colleteral Securities (Received)	(7)	(6)
Collateral Cash (Received)	(51)	(18)
Net Amounts	75	65
Counterparty A
Offsetting Assets [Line Items]
Net amounts presented in the balance sheets	4	3
Collateral Cash (Received)	(4)	(3)
Net Amounts	0	0
Counterparty V
Offsetting Assets [Line Items]
Net amounts presented in the balance sheets	7	1
Collateral Cash (Received)	(7)	(1)
Net Amounts	0	0
Counterparty F
Offsetting Assets [Line Items]
Net amounts presented in the balance sheets	7	2
Collateral Cash (Received)	(8)	(2)
Net Amounts	(1)	0
Counterparty G
Offsetting Assets [Line Items]
Net amounts presented in the balance sheets	4	2
Collateral Cash (Received)	(4)	(2)
Net Amounts	0	0
Counterparty H
Offsetting Assets [Line Items]
Net amounts presented in the balance sheets	25	6
Colleteral Securities (Received)	(7)	(6)
Collateral Cash (Received)	(19)	0
Net Amounts	(1)	0
Counterparty K
Offsetting Assets [Line Items]
Net amounts presented in the balance sheets	9	7
Collateral Cash (Received)	(9)	(7)
Net Amounts	0	0
Counterparty L
Offsetting Assets [Line Items]
Net amounts presented in the balance sheets	0	2
Collateral Cash (Received)	0	(2)
Net Amounts	0	0
Counterparty T
Offsetting Assets [Line Items]
Net amounts presented in the balance sheets	0	1
Collateral Cash (Received)	0	(1)
Net Amounts	0
Total Derivatives
Offsetting Assets [Line Items]
Net amounts presented in the balance sheets	56	24
Colleteral Securities (Received)	(7)	(6)
Collateral Cash (Received)	(51)	(18)
Net Amounts	(2)	0
Other Financial Instruments
Offsetting Assets [Line Items]
Net amounts presented in the balance sheets	77	65
Collateral Cash (Received)		0
Net Amounts	$ 77	$ 65

INVESTMENTS (NET INVESTMENT INC

INVESTMENTS (NET INVESTMENT INCOME) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Net Investment Income [Line Items]
Gross investment income (loss)	$ 63	$ 32	$ 52
Investment expenses	(3)	(3)	(2)
Net Investment Income (Loss)	60	29	50
Investment Gains (Losses), Net	(4)	(1)	(6)
Fixed Maturities
Net Investment Income [Line Items]
Gross investment income (loss)	43	40	36
Investment Gains (Losses), Net	(4)	(1)	(10)
Mortgage Loans on Real Estate
Net Investment Income [Line Items]
Gross investment income (loss)	1	0	2
Investment Gains (Losses), Net	0	0	4
Policy Loans
Net Investment Income [Line Items]
Gross investment income (loss)	1	1	1
Derivative
Net Investment Income [Line Items]
Gross investment income (loss)	18	(9)	13
Gain (Loss) on Sale of Derivatives	(2)	6	8
Unrealized Gain (Loss) on Derivatives	$ 20	$ (15)	$ 5

VALUE OF BUSINESS ACQUIRED AN41

VALUE OF BUSINESS ACQUIRED AND DEFERRED ACQUISTION COST (VALUE OF BUSINESS ACQUIRED ) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Value Of Business Acquired [Line Items]
Gross Carrying Amount	$ 416	$ 416
Accumulated Amortization and Other	(416)	(407)
Net	0	9
Total amortization	9	0	$ 10
Protective Life
Value Of Business Acquired [Line Items]
Net	$ 117	$ 117

VALUE OF BUSINESS ACQUIRED AN42

VALUE OF BUSINESS ACQUIRED AND DEFERRED ACQUISITION COST (CHANGE IN DEFERRED ACQUISTION COST) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Movement Analysis of Deferred Policy Acquisition Costs [Roll Forward]
Balance, beginning of year	$ 364	$ 292
Capitalization of commissions, sales and issue expenses	103	108
Amortization	(92)	(35)
Change in unrealized investment gains and losses	(1)	(1)
Balance, End of Year	$ 374	$ 364

FAIR VALUE DISCLOSURES - FAIR V

FAIR VALUE DISCLOSURES - FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]
Fixed marutity securities, available-for-sale	$ 1,109	$ 906
Other equity securities	0	1
Trading securities	1
Options	76	28
Cash equivalents	109	170
Separate accounts assets	1,746	1,700
Assets, Fair Value Disclosure	3,021	2,801
Liabilities, Fair Value Disclosure [Abstract]
Total liabilities	60	31
Public Corporate
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]
Fixed marutity securities, available-for-sale	827	637
Private Corporate
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]
Fixed marutity securities, available-for-sale	208	185
US Treasury Government And Agency
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]
Fixed marutity securities, available-for-sale	35	29
State and Political Sub-divisions
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]
Fixed marutity securities, available-for-sale	6	7
Commercial Mortgage-backed
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]
Fixed marutity securities, available-for-sale	24	31
Redeemable preferred stock
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]
Fixed marutity securities, available-for-sale	9	17
Options
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]
Options	56	24
Contingent Payment Arrangements
Liabilities, Fair Value Disclosure [Abstract]
Guarantees	7
MSO and IUL indexed features
Liabilities, Fair Value Disclosure [Abstract]
Guarantees	53	24
Level 1
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]
Fixed marutity securities, available-for-sale	9	9
Other equity securities	0	1
Trading securities	1
Cash equivalents	109	170
Separate accounts assets	1,732	1,686
Assets, Fair Value Disclosure	1,851	1,866
Level 1 | Redeemable preferred stock
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]
Fixed marutity securities, available-for-sale	9	9
Level 2
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]
Fixed marutity securities, available-for-sale	1,069	858
Separate accounts assets	14	14
Assets, Fair Value Disclosure	1,139	896
Liabilities, Fair Value Disclosure [Abstract]
Total liabilities	53	24
Level 2 | Public Corporate
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]
Fixed marutity securities, available-for-sale	827	637
Level 2 | Private Corporate
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]
Fixed marutity securities, available-for-sale	201	177
Level 2 | US Treasury Government And Agency
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]
Fixed marutity securities, available-for-sale	35	29
Level 2 | State and Political Sub-divisions
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]
Fixed marutity securities, available-for-sale	6	7
Level 2 | Redeemable preferred stock
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]
Fixed marutity securities, available-for-sale	0	8
Level 2 | Options
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]
Options	56	24
Level 2 | MSO and IUL indexed features
Liabilities, Fair Value Disclosure [Abstract]
Guarantees	53	24
Level 3
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]
Fixed marutity securities, available-for-sale	31	39
Assets, Fair Value Disclosure	31	39
Liabilities, Fair Value Disclosure [Abstract]
Total liabilities	7
Level 3 | Private Corporate
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]
Fixed marutity securities, available-for-sale	7	8
Level 3 | Commercial Mortgage-backed
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]
Fixed marutity securities, available-for-sale	24	$ 31
Level 3 | Contingent Payment Arrangements
Liabilities, Fair Value Disclosure [Abstract]
Guarantees	$ 7

FAIR VALUE DISCLOSURES (Details

FAIR VALUE DISCLOSURES (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	3 Months Ended	12 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Fair Value Financial Instruments [Line Items]
Fixed marutity securities, available-for-sale		$ 1,109	$ 906
Risk-adjusted discount factor		7.00%
Transfers into level 3	$ 1
Percentage of AFS fixed maturities transferred into Level 3 to total equity	0.20%
Level 1
Fair Value Financial Instruments [Line Items]
Fixed marutity securities, available-for-sale		$ 9	$ 9
Percentage of assets measured at fair value on recurring basis		61.30%	66.60%
Level 2
Fair Value Financial Instruments [Line Items]
Fixed marutity securities, available-for-sale		$ 1,069	$ 858
Percentage of assets measured at fair value on recurring basis		37.70%	32.00%
Level 3
Fair Value Financial Instruments [Line Items]
Fixed marutity securities, available-for-sale		$ 31	$ 39
Percentage of assets measured at fair value on recurring basis		1.00%	1.40%
Mortgage, asset-backed securities and CBMS measured at fair value		$ 24	$ 31
Public Fixed Maturities
Fair Value Financial Instruments [Line Items]
Fixed marutity securities, available-for-sale		$ 888	$ 701
Percentage of available-for-sale, fixed maturity measured at fair value		29.40%	25.00%
Private Fixed Maturities
Fair Value Financial Instruments [Line Items]
Fixed marutity securities, available-for-sale		$ 221	$ 205
Percentage of available-for-sale, fixed maturity measured at fair value		7.30%	7.30%

FAIR VALUE DISCLOSURES - LEVEL

FAIR VALUE DISCLOSURES - LEVEL 3 INSTRUMENTS FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	3 Months Ended	12 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Total Gains Losses Realized Unrealized Included In [Abstract]
Investment Gains (Losses), Net		$ (4)	$ (1)	$ (6)
Transfers into level 3	$ 1
Level 3 Assets And Liabilities Still Held
Total Gains Losses Realized Unrealized Included In [Abstract]
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)		1	7
Corporate | Level 3
Fair Value, Assets Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Line Items]
Opening Balance	8	8	8	9
Total Gains Losses Realized Unrealized Included In [Abstract]
Investment Gains (Losses), Net		0	0	(1)
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)		0	0	1
Sales		(1)	(1)	(1)
Closing Balance		7	8	8
Corporate | Level 3 Assets And Liabilities Still Held
Total Gains Losses Realized Unrealized Included In [Abstract]
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)			(1)
Commercial Mortgage-backed | Level 3
Fair Value, Assets Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Line Items]
Opening Balance	$ 26	31	26	24
Total Gains Losses Realized Unrealized Included In [Abstract]
Investment Gains (Losses), Net		(4)	(2)	(11)
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)		1	8	13
Sales		(4)	(1)	0
Closing Balance		24	31	$ 26
Commercial Mortgage-backed | Level 3 Assets And Liabilities Still Held
Total Gains Losses Realized Unrealized Included In [Abstract]
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)		1	$ 8
Contingent Payment Arrangements | Level 3
Total Gains Losses Realized Unrealized Included In [Abstract]
Purchases		7
Closing Balance		$ 7

FAIR VALUE DISCLOSURES - CARRYI

FAIR VALUE DISCLOSURES - CARRYING VALUES AND FAIR VALUES OF FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]
Investments classified as Level 3	$ 31	$ 39
Financial Instruments [Abstract]
Mortgage loans on real estate	17	0
Policyholders' liabilities: Investment contracts	2,403	2,158
Policy loans	176	159
Reported Value Measurement
Financial Instruments [Abstract]
Mortgage loans on real estate	17
Policyholders' liabilities: Investment contracts	168	177
Policy loans	176	159
Estimate of Fair Value Measurement
Financial Instruments [Abstract]
Mortgage loans on real estate	16
Policyholders' liabilities: Investment contracts	170	184
Policy loans	210	189
Estimate of Fair Value Measurement | Level 3
Financial Instruments [Abstract]
Mortgage loans on real estate	16
Policyholders' liabilities: Investment contracts	170	184
Policy loans	$ 210	$ 189

REINSURANCE (Details)

REINSURANCE (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Reinsurance Premiums for Insurance Companies, by Product Segment [Line Items]
Amounts due from reinsurers	$ 1,260	$ 1,299
Total premiums ceded	37	39	$ 46
Policyholder benefits ceded	256	261	291
Reinsurer Concentration Risk
Reinsurance Premiums for Insurance Companies, by Product Segment [Line Items]
Amounts due from reinsurers	27	33
Variable Universal Term Life Insurance Single Life
Reinsurance Premiums for Insurance Companies, by Product Segment [Line Items]
Maximum amount of mortality risk retained	4
Variable Universal Term Life Insurance Second To Die Life
Reinsurance Premiums for Insurance Companies, by Product Segment [Line Items]
Maximum amount of mortality risk retained	6
Protective Life
Reinsurance Premiums for Insurance Companies, by Product Segment [Line Items]
Amounts due from reinsurers	1,157	1,179
Ceded policy loans	130	130
Ceded policyholders' account balances	1,092	1,124
Total premiums ceded	20	21	24
Policyholder benefits ceded	223	219	$ 242
Protective Life | Guaranteed Minimum Death Benefit
Reinsurance Premiums for Insurance Companies, by Product Segment [Line Items]
Amounts due from reinsurers	6	9
Protective Life | Guaranteed Minimum Income Benefit
Reinsurance Premiums for Insurance Companies, by Product Segment [Line Items]
Amounts due from reinsurers	2	$ 1
AXA Equitable | Variable Universal Term Life Insurance Single Life
Reinsurance Premiums for Insurance Companies, by Product Segment [Line Items]
Maximum amount of mortality risk retained	20
AXA Equitable | Variable Universal Term Life Insurance Second To Die Life
Reinsurance Premiums for Insurance Companies, by Product Segment [Line Items]
Maximum amount of mortality risk retained	$ 25

REINSURANCE - SCHEDULE OF EFFEC

REINSURANCE - SCHEDULE OF EFFECT OF REINSURANCE (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Reinsurance Disclosures [Abstract]
Direct premiums	$ 38	$ 39	$ 46
Assumed	3	1	1
Reinsurance ceded	(37)	(39)	(46)
Premiums	4	1	1
Variable Life and Investment-type Product Policy Fee Income Ceded	73	73	48
Policyholders’ Benefits Ceded	$ 256	$ 261	$ 291

RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS (Det

RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Related Party Transaction [Line Items]
Expenses from related party transactions	$ 2	$ 1	$ 1
Commissions and fees paid for the sale of insurance products	196	152	91
Assumed premiums	3	1	1
AXA Equitable
Related Party Transaction [Line Items]
Expenses from related party transactions	129	88	67
Accounts payable to related parties	21	15
AXA Distribution
Related Party Transaction [Line Items]
Expenses from related party transactions	71	64	52
Commissions and fees paid for the sale of insurance products	11	13	2
AXA Global Life
Related Party Transaction [Line Items]
Assumed premiums	2	1	1
Claims and expenses assumed	2	1	1
AXA Arizona
Related Party Transaction [Line Items]
Claims and expenses assumed	0	0	2
Premiums earned	$ 3	$ 2	$ 2

SHARE-BASED COMPENSATION (Detai

SHARE-BASED COMPENSATION (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Share-based Compensation [Abstract]
Allocated compensation costs	$ 3	$ 3	$ 2

INCOME TAXES (Details)

INCOME TAXES (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Income Tax Examination [Line Items]
Federal income tax rate (as a percent)	35.00%
Taxes receivable, current	$ 1
Taxes payable, current	2
Current Income Tax Expense (Benefit), Continuing Operations [Abstract]
Current (expense) benefit	9	$ 5	$ (3)
Deferred (expense) benefit	24	8	8
Income Tax (Expense) Benefit	33	13	5
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, Amount [Abstract]
Expected income tax (expense) benefit	31	11	4
Dividends received deduction	2	1	1
Other	0	1	0
Income Tax (Expense) Benefit	33	$ 13	$ 5
Pro Forma | Internal Revenue Service (IRS)
Income Tax Examination [Line Items]
Expected impact on income tax benefit of amended corporate income tax returns	$ (0.2)

INCOME TAXES - NET DEFERRED INC

INCOME TAXES - NET DEFERRED INCOME TAXES AND URECOGNIZED TAX BENEFITS (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Components of Deferred Tax Assets [Abstract]
Reserves and reinsurance	$ 112	$ 97
Other, Assets	13	12
Total, Assets	125	109
Components of Deferred Tax Liabilities [Abstract]
DAC	88	93
VOBA	0	3
Investments	11	10
Other, Liabilities		0
Total, Liabilities	99	106
Income Tax Uncertainties [Abstract]
Alternative minimum tax credit that do not expire	1
Accumulated undistributed earnings of foreign subsidiaries	6
Amount of additional taxes that would need to be provided if earnings were remitted	2
Unrecognized tax benefits that would impact the effective tax rate	4	7	$ 6
Interest and penalties included in unrecognized tax benefits	0	1	0
Interest expense related to unrecognized tax benefits	0
Reconciliation of Unrecognized Tax Benefits, Excluding Amounts Pertaining to Examined Tax Returns [Roll Forward]
Balance, beginning of year	7	6	5
Additions for tax positions of prior years	(3)	1	1
Balance, End of Year	$ 4	$ 7	$ 6

ACCUMULATED OTHER COMPREHENSI53

ACCUMULATED OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax [Abstract]
Unrealized gains (losses) on investments, net of adjustments	$ 7	$ 5	$ 17
Total Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)	7	5	17
Net unrealized gains (losses) arising during the year	(1)	(13)	11
(Gains) losses reclassified into net earnings (loss) during the year	3	0	7
Change in net unrealized gains (losses) on investments	2	(13)	18
Adjustments for DAC, VOBA and Other	0	1	(9)
Total other comprehensive income (loss), net of income taxes	2	(12)	9
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Tax, Parenthetical Disclosures [Abstract]
Deferred income tax expense (benefit)	1	(6)	(5)
Income tax expense (benefit)	$ 1	$ 0	$ (3)

STATUTORY FINANCIAL INFORMATI54

STATUTORY FINANCIAL INFORMATION (Details) - USD ($)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 31, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015	Dec. 31, 2014
Statutory Financial Information [Abstract]
Statutory net income (loss)	$ (14,000,000)	$ (4,000,000)	$ 12,000,000
Statutory surplus, capital stock and Asset Valuation Reserve	331,000,000	$ 366,000,000
Securities on deposit with such government or state agencies	6,000,000
Liabilities for estimated portion of future assessments	600,000
Assets for premium tax offsets that are expected to be realized	500,000
Asset for premium tax offsets for assessments already paid	$ 100,000