Life insurance policies can vary enormously and the jargon surrounding the industry is not always the easiest to understand.

Many types of life insurance are available, but not all will fit your financial goals Written By Written by Insurance Senior Editor, Buy Side Amy Danise is the staff Senior Insurance Editor for Buy ...

There are two main types of life insurance: term and permanent. Term life insurance is typically more affordable than permanent life insurance because it is only active within a set period. Most ...

Life insurance can be a complex product, and it’s important to research the options thoroughly before purchasing. Some common ...

In its most basic form, life insurance is a contract between the policyholder and an insurance company that provides a cash payout to a named beneficiary if the policyholder dies under covered ...

There are five main life insurance types to choose from. Here’s a breakdown of what each one covers. Many, or all, of the products featured on this page are from our advertising partners who ...

Permanent life insurance is a type of life insurance policy that provides coverage for the entire lifetime of the insured as long as the premiums are paid. Unlike term life insurance, which offers ...

We looked at term and permanent life policies to identify the top life insurance companies overall ...

Life insurance can provide financial security to your loved ones even when you're still alive Meagan is a former Series 7 financial advisor and current writer focused on blending straightforward ...

Indexed universal life insurance (IUL) is a type of permanent life insurance designed for people who want lifelong coverage, adjustable premium payments and the ability to choose how their policy’s ...