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Retirement Planning with Life Insurance
An indexed universal life insurance policy can help you with tax mitigation and extra retirement income in addition to death benefits for your beneficiaries.
By Mike Decker, NSSA® Published
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What Is Indexed Universal Life Insurance and How Does It Work?
This permanent life insurance provides a death benefit to your beneficiaries but also offers a cash-value component that can grow over time.
By Mike Decker, NSSA® Published
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Life Insurance Strategies to Consider When You Own a Family Business
Not only can life insurance replace lost income, but it can help with estate taxes and provide a sense of fairness for family members who don’t participate in the business.
By Howard Sharfman Published
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10 Best Benefits for Military Members and Their Families
savings Service members face a range of threats – from the lethal to the financial. An array of military benefits and programs are meant to offset some of the risk for them, their spouses and their families.
By Lisa Gerstner Last updated
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What You Need to Know About Life Insurance Settlements
life insurance If your life insurance payments don’t seem worth it anymore, consider these options for keeping the value.
By David Rodeck Published
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Tired of Pricey Life Insurance Premiums? 4 Ways to Manage a Policy When You Retire
life insurance Instead of canceling or letting your policy lapse, consider cashing it in, donating it or paying premiums another way.
By Steve Parrish, J.D., RICP® Published
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Don't Fall for That Life Insurance Ad on TV
life insurance A 30-second commercial is unlikely to fully explain the pros and cons of a life insurance product. Here's a better way to find the right insurance for you.
By David Rodeck Published
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What Is the Best Way for a Widow to Use Life Insurance Proceeds?
life insurance There are many options, but the best use of the money is different for each widow and her unique circumstances.
By Stacy Francis, CFP®, CDFA®, CES™ Published
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How Life Insurance Fits into a Retirement Plan
life insurance While some may view life insurance as a simple way to replace income or cover final expenses, there are many benefits to considering it as an important part of a broader retirement plan.
By Salene Hitchcock-Gear, President of Prudential Individual Life Insurance Published
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