Understanding how and why insurer make decisions could improve your chances of getting the policy and price you want Written By Written by Insurance Writer, Buy Side John is a staff writer at Buy Side ...

Getting life insurance is a financial rite of passage, especially if you have a family that counts on your income. But it can be hard to understand what your policy covers, what the full benefits are ...

Know when to get life insurance and when you might want to skip coverage Written By Written by Insurance Staff Writer, WSJ | Buy Side Kimberly Lankford is an insurance staff writer at Buy Side. Edited ...

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Getting the right insurance policy can give you and your family an extra layer of financial protection. No one wants to file a claim on a whole life insurance policy, but some people believe that it’s ...

Getting life insurance usually requires a medical exam so your provider gets a clearer picture of your health status. But some policies don't require an exam, including group life insurance and burial ...

The end of the calendar year marks a time for retrospection and an opportunity to look forward. For millions of Americans, this includes a closer look at their financial situation. Seniors, in ...

Even though each company may have advantages and disadvantages of its own, the main goal is to reduce risks and offer peace of mind. However, finding the right company may be challenging. Zander ...

Most term life policies don’t pay out — and that’s a good thing. Here’s what to consider as your coverage ends and whether it ...

Learn the ins and outs of collateral assignment in life insurance policies, how it secures loans, and what it means for your beneficiaries.

For participating whole life insurance policies — where the life insurance company pays you a share of its profits in the form of dividends — the current higher federal interest rates can translate to ...