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Many people believe choosing and applying for life insurance is outlandishly difficult and time-consuming. While shopping for life insurance is no one’s idea of fun, it’s rarely a grueling ordeal. And it’s a lot easier when you understand what you need and how to get it.
Online life insurance companies give you an up-or-down decision within minutes, often without a medical exam or many questions about your medical history. Not all are created equal, of course. Learn about the best online life insurance companies that fit your circumstances and insurance needs.
A cancer diagnosis makes getting life insurance much more difficult, but it’s not impossible. Learn about the best life insurance companies and policies for people who’ve been diagnosed with cancer, cancer survivors, and those with a family history of cancer.
No matter how careful you are, you probably drop your phone on occasion. If it’s cased up with a properly applied screen protector, it might be no worse for the wear, but every encounter with the ground is momentary cause for alarm. Sometimes, that alarm is justified. I’ve seen smartphones dropped into pools, run over
Life insurance provides emergency money to see your family through in case you pass away. And if you or a loved one are in the military, you have options civilians don’t. Here’s what you need to know about these options and how to choose the best policy for you and your family.
Term life insurance gives many people added peace of mind that if anything happens to them, their families will be fine. But term life insurance works a little differently from health and auto insurance. And there’s a lot you need to know to become an informed policyholder.
I grew up in a rugged, semi-rural area. My childhood home sat on a hillside above a narrow but energetic river. From our front window, the river was barely visible amid the trees. I remember it mostly as the centerpiece of a popular nature preserve within walking distance of our house. Our neighbor, whose house
Travel trouble can take many forms, from mere inconveniences to costly emergencies. Travel insurance can ease the anxiety of travel interruptions by providing a financial safety net. Learn about travel insurance, how much it costs, and how to choose the right coverage for your needs.
Nearly all states require car owners to carry auto insurance, not none require comprehensive coverage. But that doesn’t mean this coverage lacks value — it can reduce the net cost of major repairs to your vehicle. Learn more about comprehensive coverage auto insurance and whether it’s right for you.
If you’re wondering whether your current living situation warrants renters insurance coverage, it’s important to consider the potential costs of carrying it — or choosing not to. Read on to learn about what renters insurance covers and how to calculate how much renters insurance coverage you need.
Choosing a life insurance beneficiary involves many considerations. Here’s what you need to know about who and what is eligible, succession rules for life insurance beneficiaries, what happens when your beneficiary designations conflict with your will, and possible adverse consequences for certain beneficiaries.
Laddering your life insurance — carrying multiple policies with the same death benefit as a single longer-term policy — can save you money without sacrificing your beneficiaries’ security. But how does life insurance laddering work, and is it right for you?
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