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Jan. 12, 2023 | By Christy Bieber

Can You Change Life Insurance Providers?

Changing life insurance providers is something policyholders are allowed to do -- but it can be complicated and may cause some issues. Read on to find out what policyholders should know.
Jan. 11, 2023 | By Christy Bieber

Can You Shop Around for Life Insurance Like Car Insurance?

Life insurance is an important purchase, but is it one you should shop around for like you do with other kinds of coverage? Read on to find out.
Jan. 11, 2023 | By Christy Bieber

Should You Add More Life Insurance in 2023?

Increasing life insurance coverage could be important if life circumstances have changed. Check out this guide to decide if buying more coverage makes sense.
Jan. 10, 2023 | By Christy Bieber

Buying Life Insurance in 2023? Here's How Much Coverage You'll Need

Thinking about buying life insurance coverage in the new year? This formula can help determine how much coverage to buy.
Jan. 10, 2023 | By Maurie Backman

3 Signs You're About to Apply for Too Much Life Insurance

Life insurance is important, but you don't need to go overboard. Read on to see when you may be looking at too much life insurance.
Jan. 8, 2023 | By Christy Bieber

Why Pet Owners May Need a Life Insurance Policy

Anyone who has a pet they have committed to care for may want life insurance to help cover pet care costs. Keep reading to find out why.
Jan. 7, 2023 | By Dana George

2 Times Cashing Out a Whole Life Policy Makes Sense

Most whole life insurance provides both a death benefit and cash value. If either of these two situations apply, though, it may make sense to cash out.
Jan. 4, 2023 | By Maurie Backman

How Much Does a $1 Million Life Insurance Policy Cost?

It's possible to buy a lot of life insurance at not such a high price point. Keep reading to learn the surprising cost of life insurance policies.
Jan. 3, 2023 | By Maurie Backman

This Is One of the Most Important New Year's Resolutions You Can Make

Looking to get your financial house in order at the start of the year? Read on for a key item that should go on your list.
Dec. 30, 2022 | By Maurie Backman

46 Million Life Insurance Policies Were Sold in 2021. Here Are 3 Reasons You Should Buy Life Insurance Now

Don't have life insurance? Here's why you really need a policy ASAP.
Dec. 20, 2022 | By Maurie Backman

Life Insurance Beneficiaries Were Paid a Record $100 Billion in 2021. Here Are 3 Ways to Make the Most of Your Coverage

New data shows that 2021 was a record year for life insurance payouts. Read on for ways to get the most benefit from your policy.
Dec. 19, 2022 | By Ashley Maready

Do You Really Need Life Insurance in These 2 Scenarios? Here's How to Tell

Everyone needs life insurance, right? Read on for a few instances where you may not need it -- but could want it anyway.
Dec. 15, 2022 | By Kailey Hagen

3 Reasons You Might Need More Life Insurance in 2023

Life insurance is an invaluable financial protection for loved ones left behind after a tragedy. Here are a few signs that it's time to buy more.
Dec. 15, 2022 | By Maurie Backman

Switching Jobs? Make Sure to Ask This One Question

Switching jobs could mean giving up certain benefits. Read on to see which ones you might need to replace quickly.
Dec. 13, 2022 | By Dana George

4 Reasons to Review Your Life Insurance Policy Before 2023

Life insurance is intended to financially protect anyone you might leave behind. Read on to learn four reasons to check up on your coverage before the end of the year.
Dec. 12, 2022 | By David Chang, ChFC®, CLU®

5 Ways to Get Discounted Life Insurance

There are a number of ways to get discounted life insurance. Read on to find out how you can get the coverage you need at a price you can afford.
Dec. 7, 2022 | By Maurie Backman

Will a Credit Freeze Make It Harder to Get Insurance? Here’s What Suze Orman Says

Your credit score matters when you're applying for life insurance. Read on to see how freezing your credit might have an impact.
Dec. 6, 2022 | By Maurie Backman

Why a No Medical Exam Life Insurance Policy Isn't Your Best Bet

Should you get life insurance that doesn't require a medical exam? Read on to learn why this may not be the greatest idea.
Dec. 5, 2022 | By Maurie Backman

Can My Savings Take the Place of Life Insurance?

It's important to have savings and life insurance. But can the former take the place of the latter? Read on to find out.
Dec. 4, 2022 | By Maurie Backman

Suze Orman Says Most Families Really Only Need One Type of Life Insurance -- This One

It's important to have life insurance. Read on to see which type Suze Orman advises getting.
Dec. 1, 2022 | By Maurie Backman

What Should Your Life Insurance Payout Be? Here's What Suze Orman Says

Buying life insurance isn't enough. You'll need to make sure you're purchasing the right amount of coverage. Read on to see what that amount might be.
Nov. 30, 2022 | By Maurie Backman

3 Reasons to Buy Life Insurance Before 2022 Ends

Don't have life insurance? Here's why you may want to get a policy really soon.
Nov. 28, 2022 | By Maurie Backman

3 Reasons I Pay My Life Insurance Premium Annually Rather Than Monthly

A writer explains why she prefers to pay her life insurance costs once a year. Read on to see her logic.
Nov. 21, 2022 | By Kevin Payne

Here's How to Find the Best No Medical Exam Life Insurance

Some insurers allow you to qualify for life insurance coverage without a medical exam. Read on for tips to find the best no medical exam life insurance coverage.
Nov. 11, 2022 | By Ashley Maready

I Canceled My Life Insurance Policy. Here's Why

While life insurance can be a great financial tool, it may not always be needed. Read on to learn why one writer canceled her policy.