Life insurance policy types

Policy types

Before you start shopping for life insurance, read this section to get to know the unique features and benefits that come with each type of policy

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Survivorship life insurance definition and how it works

Survivorship life insurance offers a very different option in life insurance. Designed with very specific purposes in mind, you may want to see if this type of insurance is right for you.

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Guaranteed issue life insurance

This article gives quick facts about guaranteed issue life insurance, a policy you are guaranteed to be approved for, and discusses the advantages and disadvantages to this type of policy.

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Disability insurance questions

Statistics show a fair rate of those in the workforce will likely suffer a disability, yet few have insurance.

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What's the best life insurance for seniors?

While life insurance is available to people of all ages, the policy you choose will depend on your circumstances and how old you are.

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Get smarter about your RV insurance

RV insurance is a specialized policy that varies from auto insurance in that it has higher liability limits, coverage for when it's used as a residence, and special equipment coverage.

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Funeral planning checklist and burial expenses

Planning for your funeral ahead of time can help decrease the burden on those left behind.

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10 types of life insurance: Which flavor is right for you?

This article outlines the 10 common types of life insurance, from term to voluntary life insurance.