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April 17, 2024 | By Ashley Maready

I'm 40 Years Old and Still Don't Have Life Insurance. Here's Why

Not everyone needs life insurance. Keep reading to learn why one writer has opted out of coverage.
April 16, 2024 | By Maurie Backman

Almost Half of Americans Expect to Pass Debt to Loved Ones When They Die

Don't want to leave your loved ones with debt? Read on for a way to avoid that fate.
April 13, 2024 | By Dana George

How Much Life Insurance Should You Have as a 60-Year-Old?

Life insurance is designed to protect the people who depend on you after you're gone. Here, we look at how much coverage you need at age 60.
April 10, 2024 | By Maurie Backman

Should You Bother Buying Life Insurance Once You Turn 50?

By age 50, you may be looking ahead toward retirement. But that doesn't mean you can't benefit from life insurance. Read on to learn more.
April 8, 2024 | By Chris Neiger

5 Mistakes Seniors Make When Buying Life Insurance

Looking for life insurance policies? Avoid these mistakes when picking out a plan.
April 6, 2024 | By Maurie Backman

How Much Life Insurance Should You Have as a 70-Year-Old?

You're really never too old to have life insurance. But you may not need as much at an older age as you do at a younger one.
April 6, 2024 | By Maurie Backman

Here's What Happens When Seniors Don't Get Life Insurance

If you don't have life insurance, your surviving loved ones might suffer financially in your absence. Read on to learn more.
April 4, 2024 | By Lyle Daly

How Much Life Insurance Should You Have as an 80-Year-Old?

Life insurance needs change as you get older. See how much coverage you should have when you're 80 years old.
April 4, 2024 | By Lyle Daly

Is It Ever Too Late to Buy Life Insurance?

Life insurance is more expensive for older adults. Discover if there's ever a point where you're too old to get a policy.
Feb. 26, 2024 | By Maurie Backman

Do You Need Life Insurance if You Only Have Pets and Not Human Dependents?

Many people buy life insurance to protect a child or spouse. But what about your pets? Find out if life insurance is a necessity for pet owners.
Feb. 4, 2024 | By Maurie Backman

Signed Up for Employer Life Insurance During Open Enrollment? Here's Why You Might Still Want a Separate Policy

Employer life insurance can be fairly affordable. Read on to find out why it also may not be enough.
Jan. 30, 2024 | By Maurie Backman

Buying Life Insurance in 2024? Be Very Careful With This Type of Policy

There's one type of life insurance that has the potential to break the bank. And buying it means taking a risk. Read on to learn more.
Jan. 30, 2024 | By Maurie Backman

Here's Why Getting Life Insurance Could Be the Most Important Move You'll Make in 2024

Don't have life insurance yet to help provide for your loved ones? Read on to see why you're taking a big risk.
Jan. 24, 2024 | By Maurie Backman

Less Than 1 in 3 Americans Aged 18 to 34 Have Life Insurance. Should You Be Insured at Such a Young Age?

Your need for life insurance hinges more on your circumstances than age. Read on to learn more.
Jan. 20, 2024 | By Christy Bieber

The One Change You Need to Make in Your Life Insurance Plan

The most important change that policyholders may need to make to a life insurance policy is to update beneficiaries as needed. Find out why.
Jan. 19, 2024 | By Devon Delfino

3 Top Tips to Choose the Right Life Insurance for Your Needs

The best life insurance policy will provide adequate coverage at a cost you can easily afford. But add-ons may be a vital factor, too. Learn more.
Jan. 19, 2024 | By Devon Delfino

Stats Reveal: This Many Americans Are Underinsured

Over 100 million Americans don't have enough life insurance coverage. Here's why that matters, and how to fix it.
Jan. 18, 2024 | By Ben Gran

Ranked: The Best Life Insurance Policies for Different Life Stages

Adults of all ages need life insurance. See which types of life insurance are best for young adults, new parents, and mid-career professionals.
Jan. 15, 2024 | By Ben Gran

The Single Best Life Insurance Policy You Haven't Considered

Your choice of life insurance isn't just term life versus whole life. Here's why it's worth considering universal life insurance, too.
Jan. 14, 2024 | By Chris Neiger

4 Savvy Strategies for Lowering Your Life Insurance Premiums

Life insurance doesn't have to be expensive. Here are a few ways to keep your premiums down.
Jan. 12, 2024 | By Chris Neiger

Here's How to Find the Most Affordable Life Insurance Options

Life insurance costs have ballooned recently. Here are some practical steps to bring them back down.
Jan. 11, 2024 | By Dana George

4 Reasons to Increase Your Life Insurance in 2024

It's easy to postpone dealing with life insurance. However, here are four reasons you should increase the death benefit on your policy this year.
Jan. 8, 2024 | By Maurie Backman

If You Do One Thing With Your Money in 2024, Do This

There's an important financial move you may need to check off your list this year. Read on to see what it is.
Jan. 4, 2024 | By Christy Bieber

Do Stay-at-Home Parents Need Life Insurance?

Stay-at-home parents provide a valuable service, but don't earn income. Read on to find out what this means in terms of life insurance.
Jan. 3, 2024 | By Ashley Maready

4 Ways to Tell You'll Need Life Insurance in 2024

Life insurance can give you peace of mind. If you don't have a policy now, read on to see if you might need one in the new year.