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Should life insurance be considered an investment?

You may have heard some financial professionals talk about life insurance as an investment. In other cases, you may have been told that life insurance should be used for no other purpose than to help protect your loved ones. What’s the real story with life insurance and investing? [5 min]
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What is whole life insurance?

Life insurance isn’t just about preparing for the unexpected — it’s about helping care for the people who matter most to you. What sets whole life insurance apart is that the coverage is designed to last your entire lifetime, and it could build value over time. Here’s what to know about how it works and why whole life coverage might be a smart addition to your long-term financial plans.
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How does whole life insurance work?

Whole Life Insurance - what is it, how does it work and is it right for me? In this video, you'll get the answers to these questions as you learn how whole life could provide coverage for your loved ones, helping with funeral expenses, medical bills and other costs at the end of life.
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Should life insurance be considered an investment?

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Most people know at least a little bit about what life insurance is, but what’s the big deal about Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance? What is it? Why is its name so long? Does anybody even have it?
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Why is Accidental Death & Dismemberment not considered life insurance?

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