Life insurance offers valuable financial protection for loved ones in the event of your death. But there are a number of options when it comes to which type of policy to choose. Knowing the main ...

Your best choice depends on your budget, time frame and investing needs Written By Written by Insurance Staff Writer, WSJ | Buy Side Kimberly Lankford is an insurance staff writer at Buy Side. Edited ...

What’s the difference between term, whole, and universal life insurance, and how do you know which one fits your ...

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 ...

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 ...

Surprises are a constant companion of life. Some of them are good, like birthdays and weddings. Others are unpleasant, like ...

Term life insurance locks in your rate and coverage for a specific timeframe. Whole life insurance usually lasts a lifetime and includes a cash value component. Your budget, family needs and financial ...