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Life Insurance Prepares Families for Life’s “What Ifs”

Coleen Stokes has a story about why life insurance is so important.

By McKenzy Bowers | June 7, 2017

Summer Stokes was a bright young 22-year old woman with her whole future ahead of her. Thinking about that future prompted her to buy life insurance. Then tragedy struck. Listen to Coleen Stokes talks about her daughter…and why life insurance is so important. Coleen Stokes’ daughter, Summer, was hard-working and very independent. She went to…

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High-Risk Sports Junkies Can Save on Life Insurance Too

Is there high-risk life insurance?

By McKenzy Bowers | June 1, 2017

If you’re an extreme sports junkie, are you thinking about getting some epic life insurance? Worried you can’t get covered ‘cause you crave rippin’ recreation? Find out more about high-risk life insurance. Are you a happy-go-lucky, high-flying, devil-may-care, extreme sports enthusiast? Do you like to bungee jump…sky dive…or mountain climb? If so, insurance companies have…

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On July 4th, Think of the Freedom of Owning Life Insurance

Here's some important life insurance statistics.

By McKenzy Bowers | May 30, 2017

This Independence Day, think about the freedom that comes with the benefits of owning life insurance. [Editor’s Note: This blog was originally published on July 22, 2014. The content has been updated.] When I think of the Fourth of July, I think freedom. And the benefits of owning life insurance. Believe it or not, life…

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The Do’s and Don’ts of Buying Life Insurance

Thinking about buying life insurance?

By McKenzy Bowers | May 30, 2017

Buying Life Insurance?  Use this list to prepare for a meeting with your agent, or look through it for new information to help tailor a policy to your needs. [Editor’s Note: This blog was originally published on August 2, 2013. The content has been updated.] Below are some “do’s” and “don’ts” to think about when…

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3 Ways Life Insurance Can Help in Planning for Retirement

Life insurance can help in planning for retirement.

By McKenzy Bowers | May 30, 2017

Life insurance can be an integral part in planning for retirement. To find out more, read on. [Editor’s Note: This blog was originally published on February 22, 2010. The content has been updated.] Did you know that life insurance can help you plan for retirement? There are a few ways life insurance comes in handy…

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How to Save Big Money on Your Life Insurance Premiums

How to start saving money on life insurance premiums.

By McKenzy Bowers | May 30, 2017

Want to start saving money on life insurance premiums? Pay annually. To find out why, read on. [Editor’s Note: This blog was originally published on February 15, 2010. The content has been slightly updated.] Most insurance companies offer you the right to choose from among four payment plan options to pay your life insurance premiums:…

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Want Term Life Insurance, But Without a Medical Exam?

Want a No Medical - Term Life Insurance exam policy?

By McKenzy Bowers | May 30, 2017

No Medical – Term Life Insurance [Editor’s Note: This blog was originally published on June 23, 2014. The content has been updated.] Here’s a simple way to get term life insurance that’s quick and easy…and without taking a medical exam. At AccuQuote, we work hard to make the term life insurance buying process as quick…

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What Happens to Your Personal Debts After Death?

Funeral flowers on a tomb

By McKenzy Bowers | May 22, 2017

The average American is carrying a personal level debt load of nearly $62,000. What do you think happens to YOUR personal debts after death? Good question. Did you know that most Americans die in the red? In other words, most people who leave this world exit it with a pretty hefty heap of debt. According…

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Celebrate Memorial Day with a Soldier’s Story

Celebrate Memorial Day with a Soldier's Story.

By McKenzy Bowers | May 22, 2017

Memorial Day is almost upon us. Here’s a great way to celebrate this special day – talk to a veteran and make some history. Since 1971, Memorial Day has been designated as a federal holiday to honor those who have died serving their country. Unofficially, this day has been used to commemorate America’s wartime dead…

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Byron’s Book Club – “Triggers”

Byron Udell reviews

By McKenzy Bowers | May 15, 2017

In this latest edition of Byron’s Book Club, Byron Udell, Founder and CEO of AccuQuote, reviews Triggers by Joseph Sugarman. Think being super in sales is easy? Think it’s just about having a perky personality and projecting a positive attitude? Think again. While learning how to excel at selling is not brain surgery, knowing a…

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