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April 21, 2022 | By David Chang, ChFC®, CLU®

Life Insurance Industry Predictions for 2022

Interest in life insurance is on the rise due to the pandemic. More insurers investing in technology and improving the underwriting process are trends to watch out for.
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March 23, 2022 | By David Chang, ChFC®, CLU®

4 of the Most Important Factors When Shopping for Life Insurance

Life insurance is a valuable way to protect your family. Here are four important factors to consider when shopping for life insurance.
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March 14, 2022 | By Dana George

Americans Are Picking Life Insurance for the Wrong Reason, Survey Shows

Americans are choosing life insurance companies for one reason. Keep reading to learn what they're doing wrong.
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Feb. 27, 2022 | By Dana George

5 Ways Long-Term Care Insurance Can Protect Your Assets

If you ever need long-term care, you may find it quickly depletes your bank accounts and estate. Here, we cover the ways long-term care insurance can preserve your assets.
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Feb. 19, 2022 | By Dana George

3 Ways a Child Life Insurance Rider Can Make Your Child's Life Easier

Adding a child life rider to your insurance policy is an easy, inexpensive way to provide coverage for your children. Keep reading to learn how it can benefit them throughout life.
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Feb. 18, 2022 | By Dana George

6 Ways a Living Benefit Rider Can Make You Healthier and Happier

A serious medical diagnosis is life altering. Here, we cover how a simple life insurance rider can take some of the sting out of receiving bad news.
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Nov. 12, 2021 | By Dana George

Dave Ramsey Thinks This Type of Insurance Is a Rip-Off

Looking to buy life insurance? Financial guru Dave Ramsey warns against settling on this type of coverage.
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Nov. 11, 2021 | By Dana George

The Shocking Amount of Life Insurance Suze Orman Says You Need

If you're not sure that you have enough life insurance, Suze Orman wants you to know that you're right. Here's how much she says you need.
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Nov. 3, 2021 | By Dana George

Why Ramit Sethi Says Whole Life Insurance Is a Scam

Whole life insurance may sound like a safe bet, but it can cost you money. Here's what financial guru Ramit Sethi has to say about it.