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How to buy life insurance on a budget
We’re all watching our expenses these days. Here’s how to fit life insurance into your plans.
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Term vs. whole life insurance: Which is best for you?
Which type of life insurance policy is best for you? We weigh the pros and cons, so you can make an informed decision.
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What is an Attending Physician Statement (APS) & do you need it for life insurance?
Don’t know if you need an attending physician statement for your life insurance application? Read on to discover what one is, and when it’s needed
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What is a contingent beneficiary?
In the life insurance application process, you will be asked to name a contingent beneficiary. Here are a few things to consider when designating one.
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What you should know about an accelerated death benefit rider
“Accelerated death benefit” is a term you’ll encounter frequently in the life insurance buying process. Learn the pros and cons of this offering.
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Can you have more than one life insurance policy?
You can have more than one life insurance policies, but do you want to? Here are the pros and cons.
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Understanding your life insurance quote
Plus: Most Haven Life customers are in our best rate class, meaning they pay our most affordable monthly premium. Here’s why, and why it might not be the case with other carriers.
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Why single moms need life insurance
Single moms want to do the best for their kids—which is why you should consider applying for a term life insurance policy.
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You’re in your 50s. Should you buy life insurance?
When it comes to smart financial planning in your 50s, does life insurance have a rightful place in the mix? Here’s what to consider when it comes to life insurance for people over 50
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Why childless married couples should still get life insurance
Married without children? Here are five reasons a policy might make sense for you
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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 may want to consider a policy.
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Using life insurance to protect your mortgage
When you buy a house, you’ll get mailers encouraging you to purchase mortgage life insurance. Here’s what you need to know.
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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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Managing Your Life Insurance
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How to increase your life insurance coverage
New baby? New job? New house? You might need more coverage. Here’s how to apply for it.
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Life Insurance after Covid: How post-pandemic living impacts your life insurance needs
Things have changed since 2020. But how might those changes impact your financial needs?
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What is life insurance laddering?
Laddering life insurance policies is a strategy that helps you have additional coverage when you need it most and then it tapers off as your coverage needs lessen.
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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 will getting the COVID vaccine affect your life insurance?
Everything you need to know about getting the COVID vaccine when applying for life insurance.
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Is it possible to have too much life insurance?
Yes, it is — which is probably something you never expected to hear from a life insurance agency.
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Shopping for Life Insurance
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Is return of premium life insurance worth it?
Return of premium life insurance gives you back all or most of your premiums paid once the term length ends. Understand the pros and cons of this type of coverage.
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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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What is joint life insurance?
Joint life insurance is a single policy that covers two people, but it’s not always cheaper or better than two separate policies.
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Who needs a 25-year term life insurance policy?
If you’re thinking about buying a home or starting a family, you might want to think about a 25-year life insurance policy.
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What is life insurance underwriting?
Understanding what it means can help you find the right kind of life insurance for you and your family.
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Why Fall is the best time to buy life insurance
From the comforts of financial protection to the dangers of leaf-peeping, the reasons you should get coverage this season
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What is a primary beneficiary?
What you need to know about who would receive your life insurance death benefit.
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Demystifying Life Insurance Policy Riders
Confused by life insurance riders? You’re not alone. But we can help.
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Who should be your life insurance beneficiary?
Naming the appropriate life insurance beneficiary isn’t that challenging, but it should still be done thoughtfully. Here’s how.
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What the Mutual in MassMutual means
What is a mutual—and why does it matter?
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Does term life insurance have a cash value?
It’s a common question that comes up with buying term life insurance. Here’s what you need to know.
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How much life insurance do I really need?
Deciding how much term life insurance you need is part art, part science. Here’s an easy way to calculate the coverage amount that’s right for you.
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Term life insurance rates by age
Term life insurance rates increase with age. Here’s how you can save by shopping early.
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What is a life insurance premium and how does it work?
Being fluent in life insurance requires some patience, but if there is one term to get extra familiar with, it’s “premium.” This word has everything to do with what you’ll pay to keep your coverage in place.
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Who does term life insurance benefit?
Learn who term life insurance can benefit and how much you may pay for your coverage before buying a policy
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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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