Life insurance

Life insurance can feel complicated. We’re here to show you it doesn’t have to be.

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A Visual Guide to Choosing the Right Life Insurance for Your Family

Term and whole life have different advantages. Use our flow chart to help you decide which might fit your situation best.

By Jessica Sillers

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Term Life vs. Mortgage Life Insurance: Which Comes Out Ahead?

Homeowners may be faced with a choice of term vs. mortgage life insurance. Compare options to see which tends to be better value and coverage.

By Jessica Sillers

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4 Surprising Famous People Who Had Life Insurance (and What You Can Learn)

Learn which celebrities you didn’t realize had life insurance — and what non-famous families can learn from their policies.

By Jessica Sillers

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Places to Get Emergency Cash, Ranked from Best to Worst

When money’s tight, you need funds quickly. These ranked options can help you find your best source of emergency cash without hurting your financial future.

By Jessica Sillers

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What’s the Cost of No-Exam Life Insurance?

In some cases, no-exam life insurance policies can be as affordable as those that make you undergo a health exam.

By Jessica Sillers

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Term Life Insurance With No Medical Exam: How Does That Work?

No-exam life insurance policies let you skip the in-person medical exam. There are several types available, so understand the different options.

By Jessica Sillers

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What Kind of No-Exam Life Insurance Is Right for Me?

There are several types of life insurance that don’t require a medical exam. Here’s how to figure out which might be right for you.

By Allison Kade

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What Is Guaranteed Issue Life Insurance?

Worried that you might not qualify for life insurance coverage? With guaranteed issue insurance, everyone can be accepted for a policy.

By Jessica Sillers

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What Is Simplified Issue Life Insurance?

If you want a streamlined, no-exam life insurance application process, simplified life insurance could be one route, especially if your health isn’t great.

By Allison Kade

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What Is the Process of Getting a Life Insurance Policy Without a Medical Exam?

The no-exam life insurance application process can involve questionnaires and medical records. Learn what no-exam policies ask on your application.

By Jessica Sillers

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Should I Get a No Medical Exam Life Insurance Policy Even If I’m in Good Health?

Several life insurance options exist with no medical exam. If you’re in great health, no-exam term life insurance is likely your best fit.

By Jessica Sillers

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What It Means to Surrender a Life Insurance Policy—and How to Know If It’s Right for You

If you have a permanent life insurance policy that has a cash value, you might be considering surrendering your policy as a source of cash. That’s a decision that shouldn’t be taken lightly.