Life insurance policies can be very simple or extremely complex given the circumstances. Much of this is a function of the type of policy and how it is being used.
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Explore insights on life insurance planning, policy design, taxation, policy performance, and strategies for managing existing coverage. Learn how different types of life insurance can be structured and evaluated to support long-term financial and planning objectives.
What is a Life Insurance Retirement Plan (LIRP) and How Does it Work?
A life insurance retirement plan or LIRP is a tax-efficient way for individuals to save for retirement by providing benefits you can enjoy during your...
What is a Term Life Insurance Conversion?
A term life insurance conversion allows a policy owner to convert their existing term insurance to a permanent life insurance policy. Term life insurance is...
The Benefits of a Life Insurance 1035 Exchange
A life insurance 1035 Exchange is a tax-free transfer of policy values from a life insurance or annuity policy to a new policy. This allows policy owners to...
A Guide to Understanding Indexed Universal Life Insurance (IUL)
Indexed Universal Life Insurance is a type of universal life insurance offering permanent protection. There are three different types of universal life...
Naming Your Life Insurance Policy Beneficiary – Things to Consider
One of the most important parts of owning a life insurance policy is naming the beneficiary. It is important to understand what beneficiary designations are...
Why You Should Consider Life Insurance with Long-Term Care, and What You Need to Know About It…
Life insurance with long-term care is a unique product for people interested in reducing their financial exposure to long-term care services. Long-term care...
Life Insurance and Mortality: What Life Insurance Carriers Don’t Want You To Know!
There are certain inevitabilities in life. Like it or not, one of them is death. When our own mortality comes into question there are always challenges and...
[Case Study] How Crediting Rates Can Adversely Impact Life Insurance Policy Performance
In 2008, Michael sold his successful manufacturing company at the age of 52. As a result of the sale, Michael was able to retire and enjoy the finer things in...
