Be honest. When was the last time you looked at your life insurance policy details? Better yet, when did you perform a complete life insurance policy audit? Life moves pretty fast and your insurance policy should keep up. If you
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What Is a No-Lapse Guarantee in Life Insurance?
Thinking about getting life insurance, but not sure which type to purchase? So, you open your life insurance dictionary and flip through the pages — only to find terms like “mortality charges,” “surrender values,” and… “no-lapse guarantee universal?”
In simple…
Life insurance incontestability clauses, explained in plain English
Confused by life insurance terms? You’re not alone. According to a new survey from Western & Southern Financial Group, Americans face “significant knowledge gaps” when it comes to life insurance. 26% of those surveyed were unsure if their life insurance…
What is a Life Insurance Non-Forfeiture Option?
Most people skim over the life insurance terms of their policy until they’re faced with a decision. But buried in the fine print are important policyholder rights that could make a huge difference. One of the biggest? The non-forfeiture clause.…
What is “Surrender Value” in Life Insurance?
Thinking about cashing out your life insurance policy? You might be wondering if it’s worth it — or if there’s a better option. Then you start reading the terms of your cash surrender value — nonforfeiture options, 1035 exchanges, MEC…
The Most Creative Ways to Use Your Life Insurance Policy
Life insurance policies are often seen as a basic safety net, but they can offer more than just security and peace of mind for your loved ones. While premiums and coverage may seem like a boring old life insurance policy,…
Giving the Gift of Life Insurance to Grandchildren
Being a grandparent is one of life’s greatest joys. While it’s rewarding to shower them with toys and fun activities, there’s an even more meaningful long term gift: life insurance. Giving life insurance as a gift helps create financial security…
Why Do People Say That Life Insurance Is a Scam?
According to the latest 2024 Insurance Barometer Study, half of Americans report having life insurance, but a record-high 42% — or 102 million people — say they need life insurance, or more of it. So what’s holding them back?
Of…
Life Insurance and Substance Abuse
Life insurance provides important financial security for your loved ones. However, if you have a history of substance abuse, whether drugs or alcohol, you may have questions about getting coverage. Fortunately, the underwriting process considers each applicant’s unique journey, and…
Life Insurance and Divorce
One of the most overlooked aspects of getting divorced is life insurance. Whether you’re going through a standard divorce or a gray divorce, it’s important to understand what to do with your life insurance policy. If you’ve named your ex-spouse…