Life Insurance
News, insights and expert analysis on life insurance from the team at Kiplinger.
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3 Ways to Claim a Life Insurance Benefit: Which Is Right for You?
insurance When you are due a life insurance death benefit, a lump sum payment isn't your only option. There are typically three main ways to take your benefit, and each has its own pros and cons.
By Michael Aloi, CFP® Published
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Pros, Cons and Possible Disasters after SECURE Act
IRAs Sweeping retirement changes were just signed into law that bring both positives (for savers) and potentially disastrous consequences (for heirs). Here are five important things everyone should do right now.
By Jamie P. Hopkins, Esq., CFP, RICP Published
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Achieve Financial Independence Outside of Wall Street: Changing the Way Families Look at Life and Wealth
Founded in 2007, just months before the 2008-2009 Great Recession began, Paradigm Life’s mission is to show individuals how to reclaim control and obtain financial independence.
By Staff Published
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Worried about Estate Taxes? One Strategy to Try
taxes If your heirs might face a big estate tax bill one day, an irrevocable life insurance trust could help protect your legacy.
By MIchael Jankowski, Investment Adviser Representative Published
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Learn from My Best and Worst Financial Decisions
retirement It's normal to have financial regrets. I know I do, and I don't mind sharing. Use them as a growing opportunity. And make sure to celebrate your successes along the way, too.
By Brian G. Madgett, CLU®, ChFC® Published
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Annuity Exchanges, Full or Partial, Boost Flexibility without Creating Taxes
retirement 1035 exchanges let you trade up for a better annuity or trade in unneeded life insurance.
By Ken Nuss Published
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What to Know Before Purchasing a Long-Term Care Rider
Long-Term Care Insurance Do you know the difference between a long-term care rider and chronic illness rider? Section 7702B and Section 101(g)? If you're contemplating a life insurance policy or annuity with a long-term care rider, make sure to understand the key terms.
By Carlos Dias Jr., Wealth Adviser Published
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Life Insurance: Beyond Just Estate Planning
estate planning When it comes to life insurance, many folks don't think they need it, if they consider it at all. In fact, it's a versatile financial tool that can help to build financial wellness now and for the future.
By Salene Hitchcock-Gear, President of Prudential Individual Life Insurance Published
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Don't Overlook Advantages of Making Insurance Part of Your Retirement Plan
insurance Life insurance can offer income and saving options for the long term.
By Richard Pucciarelli, Investment Adviser Representative Published
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