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Some things can take a “set-and-forget” approach, but your life insurance shouldn’t be one of them! A lot can happen in a year. Think about the changes you’ve seen in your own life: maybe you’ve taken a new job, expanded your family, bought a house, or any number of things. Since life insurance provides vital … Read more
When it comes to parenting, your to-do list can seem never-ending, from signing up for school activities, to projects around the house, to planning for the future. It seems as soon as you check something off, a few more to-dos jump right on the list. If you’re a single parent, that list may be even … Read more
Life insurance is a topic usually associated with adults since it provides peace of mind for those who have someone depending on them financially. But there is life insurance coverage for minors as well, known as child life insurance or juvenile life insurance. It can sound unnecessary or even a little morbid, but child life … Read more
Too often, families are left unsure of the way forward when grieving the loss of a loved one, as plans for their final arrangements and corresponding finances are left unsettled before their passing. Taking a proactive approach to end-of-life planning can help ease these burdens and support a smoother transition for your loved ones. Tips … Read more
Life often has a way of taking unexpected turns, especially when we get older. While there’s no way to know for sure if you’ll need long-term care in the future, it’s quite likely considering that people are living longer than ever—in fact, 69% of people will use long-term care services at some point. As you … Read more
Join Life Happens for a Facebook Chat during Insure Your Love month this February. We’ll discuss all things life insurance and love! Date: Thursday, February 15 from 1 to 2 p.m. ET Where: Join us on Facebook using your personal handle or your company’s handle. Hashtag: Use and follow #InsureYourLoveChat during the above time frame. … Read more
If you have dependents—or just loved ones who you want to take care of after you die—life insurance is critical. This coverage helps ensure your lost income doesn’t translate to tangible material losses for your family once you’re gone. But how much life insurance is enough? That’s a question whose answer can change significantly over … Read more
Most people are not immune to the worries of the wallet—big and small. From paying for monthly bills all the way to paying for long-term care and everything in between, people from Gen Z to Boomers told us what they are concerned about financially. Turns out, saving retirement is a key financial worry, with 44% … Read more
“When we, as LGBTQ+ adults, make the decision to get into a relationship and start a family, it’s not always with the support of our own family.” That is a poignant statement that will resonate with a lot of people. This insight came from MyLin and SK Stokes Kennedy, who are married and raising their … Read more
When your 18th birthday comes, it isn’t like someone magically waves a magic wand and you become an adult. Of course—legally—you can do things you couldn’t before: vote, sign contracts—well really a whole range of things without parental consent. But, when we asked 2,000 people across generations when they actually felt like an adult, we … Read more