Life Insurance
News, insights and expert analysis on life insurance from the team at Kiplinger.
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Where Indexed Universal Life Fits for High EarnersIndexed universal life insurance (IUL) can pair permanent protection with supplemental retirement income, provided the policy is structured properly.
By Mike Walters
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Family Financial Planning Starts With CommunicationHow much do you know about your family's life insurance and financial planning? Talking about it will create clarity now, before it becomes urgent.
By Jared Nepa
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Should We Buy Hybrid Long-Term Care Insurance in Our 60s?Our reader wants to pay for hybrid life and long-term care policies with a pre-tax retirement account. Experts break down the numbers in this week's Wealth Wise advice column.
By Maurie Backman
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Can You Afford to Live on One Income? 7 Things to Do Before a Parent QuitsThinking about giving up a second income to avoid childcare costs? These seven financial moves can help you decide if your family can afford it.
By Rachael Green
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5 Life Insurance Questions to Ask Before Buying a PolicySeptember is Life Insurance Awareness Month. What better time to take a look at the best way to find a policy that supports you and your family?
By Kevin Brayton, MBA
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It's Time to Check and Update Your BeneficiariesOutdated beneficiary designations can disrupt your estate plan. Learn which accounts to review, when to update beneficiaries and why it matters.
By Choncé Maddox
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Term Life Insurance Expiring? 3 Paths to ConsiderAn expiring term life insurance policy is a great wake-up call to update your coverage and estate plan so they align with your current season of life.
By Gina Cimineri, ChFC®, CLU®, CLTC®, RICP®, CDFA®
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5 Things I Wish I'd Known Before I RetiredNot only can these insights save you a boatload of stress later in life, but they can help ensure that you have a happy retirement.
By Pam Krueger
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How a Life Insurance Beneficiary WorksHave you designated your life insurance beneficiary? Take a moment now to protect your legacy.
By Karon Warren
