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“The Ultimate Gift”: Byron’s Book Review

Byron Udell reviews

By McKenzy Bowers | September 13, 2017

As part of Byron’s Book Club series, Byron Udell, Founder and CEO of AccuQuote, talks about “The Ultimate Gift” by Jim Stovall. [Editor’s Note: This blog was originally published on December 11, 2015. The content has been updated and modified.] If you’ve never read “The Ultimate Gift” by Jim Stovall, you’re missing out on a…

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You Can Be the Beneficiary of Your Life Insurance Policy

Want to learn the secrets of buying life insurance and winning the game?

By McKenzy Bowers | September 8, 2017

Typically, a life insurance policy financially protects your family…not YOU. But now, YOU CAN be the beneficiary of your life insurance policy, while you’re still alive. Sounds too good to be true? The answer might surprise you. Let’s face it. The topic of life insurance tends not to generate a great deal of enthusiasm with…

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Got Student Loan Debt? Get Life Insurance.

Life insurance can help with student loan debt.

By McKenzy Bowers | September 8, 2017

Holy cow! Have you seen how much it costs to go to college these days? Many college grads are carrying a crippling amount of student loan debt. But what if you die before you’ve paid off your loans? Here’s a way to ensure that your family doesn’t get stuck with your unpaid student debt…Life Insurance….

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Social Security Disability Insurance to Run Out in 2028?

Will Social Security Disability Insurance run out in 2028?

By McKenzy Bowers | September 8, 2017

A recent report states that Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) could run dry by 2028. What will you do if you get disabled a decade from now? Perhaps it’s time to think about owning your very own Disability Insurance policy. According to a July 2017 report from the Heritage Foundation , the Social Security Disability…

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How to Maximize Your Pension…With Life Insurance

baby boomer couple on the beach

By McKenzy Bowers | September 8, 2017

If you have a company pension plan, before you retire, you will have to decide how your pension payout should be distributed. This blog will give you the lowdown on some important payout options. Learn more about Pension Maximization. Are you one of the lucky people out there who has a pension plan through your…

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Got Your Game Face On? Fall Football is Here!

By McKenzy Bowers | September 8, 2017

Autumn is the official start of football season. But it’s not the only game out there. To find out more, grab that pigskin and get ready to play. The fall is almost officially upon us. The leaves are starting to turn all those memorable shades of amber. The air has a crisper bite. In short,…

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How to Get the Best Rate Class on Your Life Insurance

For the best rate class life insurance, read this blog.

By McKenzy Bowers | August 23, 2017

The price you pay for life insurance is, in large part, determined by your policy’s rate class. To find out how you qualify for the best rate class life insurance, read this blog. So you’ve decided to buy life insurance. Terrific. But how do you know that you’re getting the best price on your policy?…

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September is Life Insurance Awareness Month

Every month is Life Insurance Awareness Month.

By McKenzy Bowers | August 20, 2017

September is Life Insurance Awareness Month. If you don’t have life insurance NOW would a good time to get some. [Editor’s Note: This blog was originally published on September 25, 2014. The content has been updated.] According to Life Happens, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping consumers make smart insurance decisions to safeguard their families’…

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Life Insurance Statistics – The News Ain’t Good

Here's some important life insurance statistics.

By McKenzy Bowers | August 14, 2017

Do you have enough Life Insurance? Recent life insurance statistics show that most Americans have little or no coverage. To find out why this is not a good thing, read on. [Editor’s Note: This blog was originally published on September 24, 2014. The content has been modified.] I wanted to take some time to share…

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Quitting Smoking Lowers Life Insurance Rates

Cigarette standing on filter burned down with tall ash

By McKenzy Bowers | August 5, 2017

If you’re annoyed that smokers pay more for life insurance, there’s a simple solution…quit! Think life insurance for smokers is expensive? Smokers end up paying at least two times more than their healthier, non-smoking counterparts in life insurance policy premiums. Yes, we said at least. There is no leeway when it comes to smoking and the…

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