Archive for July, 2008

What exact is whole life insurance, and how do life insurance companies profit from selling it?

Saturday, July 26th, 2008
Alice Z asked:


Agents are always extremely keen about selling my family whole life insurance instead of term. According to the agents, whole life is preferable to term since it does not expire and as a result the beneficiary is guaranteed some payment upon the death of the insured. However, why would the insurance company profit from such a setup if they are bound to pay back an amount that is at least equal to the total amount paid?

I have tried to do some research on my own, but I still can’t seem to fully understand this matter. Any help will be greatly appreciated!

Melanie

How do I go about getting life insurance when I do not like dealing with salespeople?

Monday, July 7th, 2008
feeddaneed asked:


I always feel like they want to keep selling me more and more….I just want a simple term life insurance policy for myself, and my husband. What is the EASIEST way to get this set up, sans all the sales rigmarole?

Bobby