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How to buy affordable term life insurance online
Buying term life insurance online has never been faster, easier or more affordable. Here’s how to do it.
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What does term life insurance cover?
Learn what term life insurance covers and how much you may pay for your coverage before buying a policy.
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How to evaluate a life insurance company’s financial stability
Several third-parties subject life insurance companies to rigorous analysis to determine financial strength. Here’s what you should know.
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What life insurance term length is right for you?
Not sure which life insurance term length you should go with? With 10, 15, 20 and 30-year options, learn which is right for your loved ones and your budget.
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How much does life insurance cost?
Life insurance comes in many varieties at a wide range of costs. Find out what factors influence your premiums and how to choose affordable coverage that meets your needs.
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Different types of life insurance coverage explained
Many types of life insurance range in cost, benefits and premiums. Use this guide to find the policy that is a good fit for you and your loved ones.
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What everyone should know about no-exam life insurance policies
It’s possible to buy affordable, quality term life insurance coverage online and without a medical exam. Understand your options to get the right life insurance plan for you.
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8 smart reasons to buy life insurance in your 30s
Buying life insurance in your 30s is often one of the most practical, impactful and affordable times to financially protect your loved ones.
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Does student loan debt die when you do?
Our Student Loans and Life Insurance survey interviewed borrowers to understand how the debt has affected their lives and approach to life insurance.
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7 scenarios where a single person might need life insurance
Life insurance isn’t always necessary for a single person, but there are some circumstances where you should consider a policy.
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Why stay-at-home parents need life insurance
There’s a misconception that the only person who needs life insurance is the primary breadwinner of the household. Stay-at-home parents need coverage too.
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What new parents need to know about life insurance
Having a child adds meaning to your life in ways you’d never expect. Life insurance helps ensure you can protect them no matter what.
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How to choose the right life insurance policy for you by age
Buying affordable and high-quality life insurance coverage is available across a variety of age ranges. Here’s how to find the policy that fits your needs.
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Managing Your Life Insurance
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Does life insurance cover the coronavirus (COVID-19)?
We answered some potential questions life insurance shoppers and current policyholders may have about the coronavirus (COVID-19).
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How to name a child as a life insurance beneficiary
An important step when buying life insurance is properly naming beneficiaries. If you list a minor, here’s how you can avoid some common problems.
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How to give a life insurance policy to charity
There are a few things to consider if you plan to include a charity in your end-of-life planning. Learn how donate your life insurance proceeds to charity.
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How does a life insurance policy payout work?
A death benefit can be used by the beneficiary in different ways. Learn how a life insurance policy payout works and what beneficiaries need to know.
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Does a term life insurance premium increase as you age?
Understand the difference between level term and annually renewable life insurance so you can make the right coverage decision for you and your family.
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What is a primary beneficiary?
A primary beneficiary is the person or people who would receive the life insurance death benefit. Understand how it differs from a contingent beneficiary.
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Shopping for Life Insurance
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How can I apply for life insurance?
It’s easy to complete a life insurance application without setting foot in an office.
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Who needs a $3 million term life insurance policy?
When shopping for a $3 million term life insurance policy, there are five questions you need to ask yourself.
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Why life insurance is the ultimate Valentine’s Day gift
Forget chocolates, flowers and a nice dinner. The best gift for Valentine’s Day is life insurance. Here’s why.
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Can I get life insurance if I’ve had gender reassignment?
Wondering if you can still get life insurance if you’ve had gender reassignment surgery? Find out more about transgender life insurance here.
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How to narrow the life insurance gender gap
Our survey found that men with life insurance valued their lives financially nearly 2 times more than women. Here’s what you can do about it.
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Why February is the best time to buy life insurance
February is the month of romance, big games and important movie awards. It’s also a great time to buy life insurance. Here’s why.
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What is accidental death insurance?
Here’s how to decide between accidental death insurance and term life insurance to make sure you and your family have the coverage you need.
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Who needs a $2 million life insurance policy?
Sometimes more is better. Especially when “more” is more financial protection for those you love. Learn when $2 million in coverage may make sense.
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How much is a $500,000 life insurance policy?
Learn how much a $500,000 term life insurance policy will cost and if it’s the right amount of coverage for you.
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Is term life insurance taxable?
Many people wonder if the proceeds from a life insurance policy are taxable to the beneficiary. The short answer is that most of the time, no they are not.
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What to know about depression, anxiety disorder and life insurance
Having depression or an anxiety disorder should not stop you from considering term life insurance. Here are tips for navigating the application process.
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Do both my spouse and I need life insurance?
Life insurance can help protect your family from financial hardship. Discover when and why both you and your spouse should consider a policy.
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Is term life insurance worth it?
There are certain times in your life when having life insurance coverage is worth it. We identify if (and when) most people probably need a policy.
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Who needs a 30-year term life insurance policy?
Many people find that a 30-year term life insurance policy meets their needs. Learn how to determine what term length might be right for you.
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Worth it or not: Dental, life and vision plans for young kids
Dental insurance and vision insurance offered by employers may be opt-in policies for young children, but are they worth? And what about group life insurance for kids?
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Can your pet be a life insurance beneficiary?
Although you can’t make your pet a life insurance beneficiary, you can take steps to protect your animal companion if you aren’t there to care for them.
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