Life insurance can be an essential part of financial planning. The right policy can replace your income if you were to die suddenly or help you establish a financial legacy for your heirs. But does ...

Reviewed by Thomas J. Catalano Fact checked by Vikki Velasquez Key Takeaways Indexed universal life (IUL) insurance lets the policyholder decide how much cash value to assign to an equity-indexed ...

Life insurance can be worth it if you have dependents or shared financial obligations. It offers critical financial support for those left behind, but the decision ultimately depends on your ...

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Who does and doesn’t need coverage, and how to find an inexpensive policy Written By Written by Insurance Staff Writer, WSJ | Buy Side Kimberly Lankford is an insurance staff writer at Buy Side.