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	<title>Life insurance page</title>
	<link>http://www.smartlifeinsuranceworld.com</link>
	<description>Life insurance page</description>
	<pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2008 05:18:37 +0000</pubDate>
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	<category>Life+insurance</category>
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		<title>Everybody Wants The Best Term Life Insurance Quote</title>
		<link>http://www.smartlifeinsuranceworld.com/Everybody_Wants_The_Best_Term_Life_Insurance_Quote/page/133468</link>
		<pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2008 05:18:37 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>Term</category>
		<category>insurance</category>
		<guid>http://www.smartlifeinsuranceworld.com/Everybody_Wants_The_Best_Term_Life_Insurance_Quote/page/133468</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[The information you need about the best term life insurance quote is only a click away when you search for term life insurance online. You don't even have to know anything about the insurance industry to get the best term life insurance quote from an online insurance company. 

So many life insurance companies have an online presence that you can shop for anywhere from one year to 30 year life insurance terms. Term life insurance is cheaper than whole life insurance because your family only collects a settlement if you die during the term of the life insurance. If you are still alive at the end of the term, then you have to start looking all over again for the best term life insurance quote. 

There are several ways to look at term life insurance.  If you want to have life insurance as protection for your family, you can look for the best term life insurance quote online and then change over later to a whole life insurance that provide 30 year life insurance terms or one that lasts for your whole life. You might also want to look at universal life insurance that covers everything. 

In getting a term life insurance policy you need to get the best term life insurance quote with monthly premiums that suit your budget. Usually term life insurance policies are for 5, 10, or 15 year terms, but it is possible to get 30 year life insurance plans as well. Since the longer term plans are more expensive, you are probably better off with a whole life insurance policy. 

You should contact several life insurance companies in order to get the best term life insurance quote, you need to compare the quotes from different companies. This comparison not only involves the bottom line price, but the length of the term, the monthly premiums and the amount of the death benefit each policy offers. Only then can you make an informed decision about the life insurance protection you have for your family. 

Some term life insurance companies will give you a policy with no medical exam. It really depends on your answers to various questions about your age, occupation, and health whether or not you get the best term life insurance quote for such as policy. The younger you are, the better quote you get. It pays to shop early for life insurance. 

Looking for best term life insurance quote? Look online. But don't just get the quote, check out the company.

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		<content:encoded><![CDATA[<P>The information you need about the best term life insurance quote is only a click away when you search for term life insurance online. You don't even have to know anything about the insurance industry to get the best term life insurance quote from an online insurance company. <br />
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So many life insurance companies have an online presence that you can shop for anywhere from one year to 30 year life insurance terms. Term life insurance is cheaper than whole life insurance because your family only collects a settlement if you die during the term of the life insurance. If you are still alive at the end of the term, then you have to start looking all over again for the best term life insurance quote. </P><P><br />
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There are several ways to look at term life insurance.  If you want to have life insurance as protection for your family, you can look for the best term life insurance quote online and then change over later to a whole life insurance that provide 30 year life insurance terms or one that lasts for your whole life. You might also want to look at universal life insurance that covers everything. <br />
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In getting a term life insurance policy you need to get the best term life insurance quote with monthly premiums that suit your budget. Usually term life insurance policies are for 5, 10, or 15 year terms, but it is possible to get 30 year life insurance plans as well. </P><P>Since the longer term plans are more expensive, you are probably better off with a whole life insurance policy. <br />
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You should contact several life insurance companies in order to get the best term life insurance quote, you need to compare the quotes from different companies. This comparison not only involves the bottom line price, but the length of the term, the monthly premiums and the amount of the death benefit each policy offers. Only then can you make an informed decision about the life insurance protection you have for your family. <br />
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Some term life insurance companies will give you a policy with no medical exam. </P><P>It really depends on your answers to various questions about your age, occupation, and health whether or not you get the best term life insurance quote for such as policy. The younger you are, the better quote you get. It pays to shop early for life insurance. <br />
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Looking for best term life insurance quote? Look online. But don't just get the quote, check out the company.<br />
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		<title>Different Kinds of Term Life Insurance</title>
		<link>http://www.smartlifeinsuranceworld.com/Different_Kinds_of_Term_Life_Insurance/page/204329</link>
		<pubDate>Wed, 03 Dec 2008 12:15:19 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>Life</category>
		<category>Life+insurance</category>
		<guid>http://www.smartlifeinsuranceworld.com/Different_Kinds_of_Term_Life_Insurance/page/204329</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[If you're considering term life insurance, keep in mind that there are many different kinds of term life insurance. This includes decreasing term insurance, increasing term insurance, increasable term insurance, decreasing term insurance and renewable term insurance among many. It's important to find the type of term life insurance that fits your needs best.

Decreasing term life insurance reduces the coverage of the policy year on year. The policy holder usually requires the cover for a loan repayment such as a mortgage or to cover a potential inheritance tax bill.

Increasing term life insurance is just like basic term life insurance, except that, as the name suggests, the level of coverage increases. Premiums increase along with the level of coverage as well. Increasing term insurance is suitable for long term insurance because increasing prices reduce the value of a fixed level of coverage over the period of the policy.

Increasable term life insurance provides the option of increasing the level of coverage either at specific intervals (such as every year on the start date of the policy) or specific events (such as marriage or the birth of a child). Premiums increase for additional cover, but they are based on your health at the start of the policy, even if it has deteriorated since.

Renewable term life insurance gives the policy holder the option to extend the insurance term when it comes to an end. The premium paid is the same at the start of the term, despite any deterioration in the policy holder's health.

Always do your research when looking into purchasing term life insurance. Spending some extra time now deciding what is best for you will most likely save you a lot of money in the future.. ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[<P>If you're considering term life insurance, keep in mind that there are many different kinds of term life insurance. This includes decreasing term insurance, increasing term insurance, increasable term insurance, decreasing term insurance and renewable term insurance among many. It's important to find the type of term life insurance that fits your needs best.<br />
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Decreasing term life insurance reduces the coverage of the policy year on year. The policy holder usually requires the cover for a loan repayment such as a mortgage or to cover a potential inheritance tax bill.<br />
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Increasing term life insurance is just like basic term life insurance, except that, as the name suggests, the level of coverage increases. Premiums increase along with the level of coverage as well. </P><P>Increasing term insurance is suitable for long term insurance because increasing prices reduce the value of a fixed level of coverage over the period of the policy.<br />
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Increasable term life insurance provides the option of increasing the level of coverage either at specific intervals (such as every year on the start date of the policy) or specific events (such as marriage or the birth of a child). Premiums increase for additional cover, but they are based on your health at the start of the policy, even if it has deteriorated since.<br />
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Renewable term life insurance gives the policy holder the option to extend the insurance term when it comes to an end. The premium paid is the same at the start of the term, despite any deterioration in the policy holder's health.<br />
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Always do your research when looking into purchasing term life insurance. Spending some extra time now deciding what is best for you will most likely save you a lot of money in the future.. </P>]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>30% Savings on Texas Car Insurance Drive Texas Wasatch Expansion into Life Insurance</title>
		<link>http://www.smartlifeinsuranceworld.com/30%25_Savings_on_Texas_Car_Insurance_Drive_Texas_Wasatch_Expansion_into_Life_Insurance/page/66398</link>
		<pubDate>Wed, 03 Dec 2008 09:12:17 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>30%25+Savings+on+Texas+Car+Insurance+Drive+Texas+Wasatch+Expansion+into+Life+Insurance</category>
		<category>30%25</category>
		<guid>http://www.smartlifeinsuranceworld.com/30%25_Savings_on_Texas_Car_Insurance_Drive_Texas_Wasatch_Expansion_into_Life_Insurance/page/66398</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Texas Wasatch Insurance is pleased to announce that it has expanded its product line of homeowners insurance and car insurance to include life insurance in Texas.Mark E. Jones, Texas Wasatch Group CEO, explains, "Our core Texas car insurance business continues to grow very rapidly.  We have a great team of agents and work with a great set of insurance company partners.  Our combined efforts have saved our new clients an average of over 30% annually on their car insurance and over 20% on homeowners insurance in Texas.  Many clients have asked us to help them with their life insurance needs, which wasn't possible until now.  This product line extension is a natural evolution for us to properly support our clients."In addition to providing a wide selection of Texas homeowners and car insurance options, Texas Wasatch can now help clients shop from more than 25 leading life insurance companies.  Jones describes the Texas Wasatch philosophy, "Every client is best served by having a broad array of choices so their individual needs can be met effectively.  Our real strength is identifying the Texas car, homeowners, and life insurance carriers that will best meet our clients' needs and provide great value for them.  I believe our agents' capabilities are unrivalled in the industry."To get a free quote or to learn how to save on homeowners, car, or life insurance sold by Texas Wasatch Insurance, visit them online at their website, www.TexasWasatch.com, or call toll-free at 1-877-428-5353.About Texas Wasatch InsuranceTexas Wasatch Insurance provides homeowners, life, and car insurance, as well as commercial insurance, in Texas, Pennsylvania, New York, and Virginia.  The company is headquartered in Colleyville, Texas.Press Release Optimization for Search Engine News by Xeal Inc.. ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[<P>Texas Wasatch Insurance is pleased to announce that it has expanded its product line of homeowners insurance and <a href="http://www.texaswasatch.com" target="_blank" title="car insurance">car insurance</a> to include life insurance in Texas.Mark E. Jones, Texas Wasatch Group CEO, explains, "Our core <a href="http://www.texaswasatch.com" target="_blank" title="Texas car insurance">Texas car insurance</a> business continues to grow very rapidly.  We have a great team of agents and work with a great set of insurance company partners.  Our combined efforts have saved our new clients an average of over 30% annually on their <a href="http://www.texaswasatch.com" target="_blank" title="car insurance">car insurance</a> and over 20% on homeowners insurance in Texas.  Many clients have asked us to help them with their <a href="http://www.texaswasatch.com" target="_blank" title="life insurance">life insurance</a> needs, which wasn't possible until now. </P><P> This product line extension is a natural evolution for us to properly support our clients."In addition to providing a wide selection of Texas homeowners and <a href="http://www.texaswasatch.com" target="_blank" title="car insurance">car insurance</a> options, Texas Wasatch can now help clients shop from more than 25 leading <a href="http://www.texaswasatch.com" target="_blank" title="life insurance">life insurance</a> companies.  Jones describes the Texas Wasatch philosophy, "Every client is best served by having a broad array of choices so their individual needs can be met effectively.  Our real strength is identifying the Texas car, homeowners, and life insurance carriers that will best meet our clients' needs and provide great value for them.  I believe our agents' capabilities are unrivalled in the industry."To get a free quote or to learn how to save on homeowners, car, or life insurance sold by Texas Wasatch Insurance, visit them online at their website, <a href="http://www.TexasWasatch.com" target="_blank">www.TexasWasatch.com</a>, or call toll-free at 1-877-428-5353.About Texas Wasatch InsuranceTexas Wasatch Insurance provides homeowners, life, and <a href="http://www.texaswasatch.com" target="_blank" title="car insurance">car insurance</a>, as well as commercial insurance, in Texas, Pennsylvania, New York, and Virginia.  The company is headquartered in Colleyville, Texas.<a href="http://www.xeal.com/smartpr.htm" target="_blank" title="Press Release Optimization for Search Engine News by Xeal Inc.">Press Release Optimization for Search Engine News by Xeal Inc.</a>. </P>]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>African American Owned Insurance Celebrates 100 years - Atlanta Life Insurance Company, the Oldest Stock-own Black Insurance Celebrates a Century of Service</title>
		<link>http://www.smartlifeinsuranceworld.com/African_American_Owned_Insurance_Celebrates_100_years_-_Atlanta_Life_Insurance_Company%2C_the_Oldest_Stock-own_Black_Insurance_Celebrates_a_Century_of_Service/page/79304</link>
		<pubDate>Wed, 03 Dec 2008 07:46:45 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>Life</category>
		<category>Black</category>
		<guid>http://www.smartlifeinsuranceworld.com/African_American_Owned_Insurance_Celebrates_100_years_-_Atlanta_Life_Insurance_Company%2C_the_Oldest_Stock-own_Black_Insurance_Celebrates_a_Century_of_Service/page/79304</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Atlanta, GA  June 9, 2005 - Atlanta Life Financial Group, Inc. (ALFG) kicks off its Centennial Celebration with a one-hundred-day countdown and  a summer-long series of special events setting the stage for the 100th Anniversary of the founding the company, Atlanta Life Insurance Company. This year, Atlanta Life marks 100 years of service to the Atlanta community, the African-American community, and to its consumers and corporate partners at home, in the southern region, and around the country. [A press conference announcing the Celebration will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, June 14, 2005 at Herndon Plaza, 100 Auburn Avenue, Atlanta, Georgia 30303.The kick-off celebration will draw participation from the Atlanta community and will include performances by many well-known personalities and entertainers throughout the city.  Commemorating the event will be the unveiling of a 22 x 14 foot Centennial banner which will hang from the ceiling in the atrium of the Atlanta Life Building.Ronald D. Brown, president and chief executive officer of Atlanta Life Financial Group, will host the press conference and outline an assortment of festivities planned in celebration of this milestone anniversary, which will culminate with a gala affair in late September. "It is a privilege to be a part of this company during this historical time," states Brown. "For a century now, the Atlanta Life organization has been in the business of improving the quality of life for its stakeholders and the community it serves with unwavering commitment. I am proud and humbled to lead Atlanta Life during this watershed moment in its history, and look forward to carrying on its tradition of service and excellence into the next era."Some of the events planned during the summer-long celebration include "Creatively Speaking," a collaboration with the National Black Arts Festival; Founder's Natal Day Parade; The Auburn Avenue African Research Library Exhibit; The Three Inspirational Tenors; 100 Minute of Jazz; a reunion of Atlanta Life employees; and the unveiling of the Centennial painting (see media advisory -- calendar of events - for a full listing of activities)."This is a very exciting time for us right now," exclaims Henrietta Antoinin, vice president of public relations. "This Centennial Celebration will be more than a commemoration of 100 years of doing business. It will be a celebration of Atlanta, a celebration of our ancestors, a celebration of art, and a celebration of achievement." ???In 2001, the Board of Directors at Atlanta Life Insurance Company announced a comprehensive corporate restructuring, and the company began doing business under the umbrella of the Atlanta Life Financial Group.  This evolution took Atlanta Life into the twenty-first century and reinforced the organization's commitment to provide the highest quality financial services and products available to its customers.  "We have a great history and an even more promising future," says Bill Clement, chairman of the board of directors. "We are eager to build on our storied legacy of promoting and preserving black achievement, black entrepreneurship, and community stewardship. Investing back into the community we serve while providing excellent products and services to our consumers has been our key to success. We will continue to operate and expand under this model into the next 100 years."????????????About ALFGAtlanta Life Financial Group is a privately owned financial services company that helps consumers, businesses and communities build and protect wealth. It consists of two operating units: Atlanta Life Insurance Company and Atlanta Life Investment Advisors. These companies provide a range of financial solutions to help individual and institutional customers manage their insurance and investment needs. More specifically, Atlanta Life Insurance Company provides group life products to Fortune 500 companies and funding products to help consumers preplan and prearrange their funerals. Atlanta Life Investment Advisors portfolio products help institutions and high net worth individuals build and protect wealth. Photos, bios and the Atlanta Life logo are available for visuals. Contact First Class, Inc.; Bunnie Jackson-Ransom at e-mail protected from spam bots or Nyreen Lamb at e-mail protected from spam bots for transmission of jpeg photos.Contact:Bunnie Jackson-Ransom404-505-8188 (404-226-8000 cell). ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[<P>Atlanta, GA  June 9, 2005 - Atlanta Life Financial Group, Inc. (ALFG) kicks off its Centennial Celebration with a one-hundred-day countdown and  a summer-long series of special events setting the stage for the 100th Anniversary of the founding the company, Atlanta Life Insurance Company. This year, Atlanta Life marks 100 years of service to the Atlanta community, the African-American community, and to its consumers and corporate partners at home, in the southern region, and around the country. [A press conference announcing the Celebration will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, June 14, 2005 at Herndon Plaza, 100 Auburn Avenue, Atlanta, Georgia 30303.The kick-off celebration will draw participation from the Atlanta community and will include performances by many well-known personalities and entertainers throughout the city. </P><P> Commemorating the event will be the unveiling of a 22 x 14 foot Centennial banner which will hang from the ceiling in the atrium of the Atlanta Life Building.Ronald D. Brown, president and chief executive officer of Atlanta Life Financial Group, will host the press conference and outline an assortment of festivities planned in celebration of this milestone anniversary, which will culminate with a gala affair in late September. "It is a privilege to be a part of this company during this historical time," states Brown. "For a century now, the Atlanta Life organization has been in the business of improving the quality of life for its stakeholders and the community it serves with unwavering commitment. I am proud and humbled to lead Atlanta Life during this watershed moment in its history, and look forward to carrying on its tradition of service and excellence into the next era."Some of the events planned during the summer-long celebration include "Creatively Speaking," a collaboration with the National Black Arts Festival; Founder's Natal Day Parade; The Auburn Avenue African Research Library Exhibit; The Three Inspirational Tenors; 100 Minute of Jazz; a reunion of Atlanta Life employees; and the unveiling of the Centennial painting (see media advisory -- calendar of events - for a full listing of activities)."This is a very exciting time for us right now," exclaims Henrietta Antoinin, vice president of public relations. </P><P>"This Centennial Celebration will be more than a commemoration of 100 years of doing business. It will be a celebration of Atlanta, a celebration of our ancestors, a celebration of art, and a celebration of achievement." ???In 2001, the Board of Directors at Atlanta Life Insurance Company announced a comprehensive corporate restructuring, and the company began doing business under the umbrella of the Atlanta Life Financial Group.  This evolution took Atlanta Life into the twenty-first century and reinforced the organization's commitment to provide the highest quality financial services and products available to its customers.  "We have a great history and an even more promising future," says Bill Clement, chairman of the board of directors. "We are eager to build on our storied legacy of promoting and preserving black achievement, black entrepreneurship, and community stewardship. </P><P>Investing back into the community we serve while providing excellent products and services to our consumers has been our key to success. We will continue to operate and expand under this model into the next 100 years."????????????About ALFGAtlanta Life Financial Group is a privately owned financial services company that helps consumers, businesses and communities build and protect wealth. It consists of two operating units: Atlanta Life Insurance Company and Atlanta Life Investment Advisors. These companies provide a range of financial solutions to help individual and institutional customers manage their insurance and investment needs. More specifically, Atlanta Life Insurance Company provides group life products to Fortune 500 companies and funding products to help consumers preplan and prearrange their funerals. </P><P>Atlanta Life Investment Advisors portfolio products help institutions and high net worth individuals build and protect wealth. Photos, bios and the Atlanta Life logo are available for visuals. Contact First Class, Inc.; Bunnie Jackson-Ransom at e-mail protected from spam bots or Nyreen Lamb at e-mail protected from spam bots for transmission of jpeg photos.Contact:Bunnie Jackson-Ransom404-505-8188 (404-226-8000 cell). </P>]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Cygnus Software Helps Gleaner Life Insurance Society?s Insurance Professional Program</title>
		<link>http://www.smartlifeinsuranceworld.com/Cygnus_Software_Helps_Gleaner_Life_Insurance_Society%92s_Insurance_Professional_Program/page/26734</link>
		<pubDate>Wed, 03 Dec 2008 07:21:26 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>Software</category>
		<category>Professional</category>
		<guid>http://www.smartlifeinsuranceworld.com/Cygnus_Software_Helps_Gleaner_Life_Insurance_Society%92s_Insurance_Professional_Program/page/26734</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Cygnus Software Inc., a provider of practical, insurance and financial planning sales solutions, today announced that Gleaner Life Insurance Society has selected Cygnus's IncomeMax needs analysis and retirement planning software to be used by their agents in the Gleaner Insurance Professional program.IncomeMax is a goal-driven Total Needs Selling software tool that enables users to quickly capture, analyze and graphically illustrate a client's most common needs.  Agents and advisors can quickly and graphically position product solutions, compare alternative scenarios, and generate professional client presentations."We have been impressed with the IncomeMax product, it offers an easy-to-use interface that will improve our agent productivity and increase client confidence in our recommendations," said Ellsworth L. Stout, FICF Vice President Agency Development. Gleaner's insurance professionals recently attended Cygnus's Quick-Start web training course, and after completing 2 hours of product training they were ready to begin working with prospective clients.   "We are excited to be working with Gleaner Life Insurance Society," said Andy McGuire, Vice President of Cygnus Software. "We believe by utilizing IncomeMax, Gleaner's new professionals will become more comfortable with the sales process, confident in their product recommendations, and ultimately close more business."IncomeMax features include: ? Needs Discovery: Discover and address clients' needs with respect to education funding, retirement, survivor scenarios, disability and long term care. ? Illustrate and Compare Solutions: Illustrate how your product recommendations assist your client in meeting their goals. Quickly and graphically compare individual product or comprehensive scenario performance.? Ease-to-use, client friendly interface: Users are guided through a scripted needs discovery process. IncomeMax was designed to be used in front of your clients.? Graphical results: Flow easily between inputs and graphical results to answer what-if questions.? Professional reports: Easy to understand professional client reports produced in industry standard (pdf) format.? Liability protection: Built in review module records client interactions, recommendations, meeting notes, client coverage rejections, etc.  Print auto-generated hold-harmless agreement that protects you from future E&O claims.About Gleaner Life Insurance Society Gleaner Life Insurance Society is a fraternal benefit society dedicated to serving the family as a unit, the foundation of the American way of life. For more information visit: www.gleanerlife.com.About Cygnus Software Cygnus Software Inc., develops and markets IncomeMax.  Based in Colorado Springs, CO, the company is dedicated to providing innovative, practical sales solutions for the Insurance and Financial Services market.  For more information about Cygnus Software and IncomeMax visit www.cygnussoft.com.Contact: Andy McGuire, VP Sales and Marketing Phone: 1-719-440-0702 Mailing Address: 1930 Avalon, Colorado Springs, CO 80919 Email: e-mail protected from spam bots Website: www.cygnussoft.com. ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[<P>Cygnus Software Inc., a provider of practical, insurance and financial planning sales solutions, today announced that Gleaner Life Insurance Society has selected Cygnus's IncomeMax needs analysis and retirement planning software to be used by their agents in the Gleaner Insurance Professional program.IncomeMax is a goal-driven Total Needs Selling software tool that enables users to quickly capture, analyze and graphically illustrate a client's most common needs.  Agents and advisors can quickly and graphically position product solutions, compare alternative scenarios, and generate professional client presentations."We have been impressed with the IncomeMax product, it offers an easy-to-use interface that will improve our agent productivity and increase client confidence in our recommendations," said Ellsworth L. Stout, FICF Vice President Agency Development. Gleaner's insurance professionals recently attended Cygnus's Quick-Start web training course, and after completing 2 hours of product training they were ready to begin working with prospective clients.   "We are excited to be working with Gleaner Life Insurance Society," said Andy McGuire, Vice President of Cygnus Software. </P><P>"We believe by utilizing IncomeMax, Gleaner's new professionals will become more comfortable with the sales process, confident in their product recommendations, and ultimately close more business."IncomeMax features include: ? Needs Discovery: Discover and address clients' needs with respect to education funding, retirement, survivor scenarios, disability and long term care. ? Illustrate and Compare Solutions: Illustrate how your product recommendations assist your client in meeting their goals. Quickly and graphically compare individual product or comprehensive scenario performance.? Ease-to-use, client friendly interface: Users are guided through a scripted needs discovery process. IncomeMax was designed to be used in front of your clients.? Graphical results: Flow easily between inputs and graphical results to answer what-if questions.? Professional reports: Easy to understand professional client reports produced in industry standard (pdf) format.? Liability protection: Built in review module records client interactions, recommendations, meeting notes, client coverage rejections, etc.  Print auto-generated hold-harmless agreement that protects you from future E&O claims.About Gleaner Life Insurance Society Gleaner Life Insurance Society is a fraternal benefit society dedicated to serving the family as a unit, the foundation of the American way of life. </P><P>For more information visit: <a href="http://www.gleanerlife.com" title="test" target="_blank">www.gleanerlife.com</a>.About Cygnus Software Cygnus Software Inc., develops and markets IncomeMax.  Based in Colorado Springs, CO, the company is dedicated to providing innovative, practical sales solutions for the Insurance and Financial Services market.  For more information about Cygnus Software and IncomeMax visit <a href="http://www.cygnussoft.com" title="test" target="_blank">www.cygnussoft.com</a>.Contact: Andy McGuire, VP Sales and Marketing Phone: 1-719-440-0702 Mailing Address: 1930 Avalon, Colorado Springs, CO 80919 Email: e-mail protected from spam bots Website: <a href="http://www.cygnussoft.com" title="test" target="_blank">www.cygnussoft.com</a>. </P>]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>A Guide To Affordable Term Life Insurance</title>
		<link>http://www.smartlifeinsuranceworld.com/A_Guide_To_Affordable_Term_Life_Insurance/page/170862</link>
		<pubDate>Wed, 03 Dec 2008 02:28:37 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>Life</category>
		<category>A+Guide+To+Affordable+Term+Life+Insurance</category>
		<guid>http://www.smartlifeinsuranceworld.com/A_Guide_To_Affordable_Term_Life_Insurance/page/170862</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Term life insurance provides you with a more affordable opportunity to ensure you mortgage payments in the unfortunate event of your death. Even though they are offered for a limited time-period, but you can always match them up with your mortgage payment cycles of 10 or 20-year contracts. For the budget conscious, this definitely seems to be a smarter alternative for a low cost death benefit. 

Insurance companies offer cheap term life insurance policies with different contract time periods, conversion credit during the first five years and transferable waiver of premium. 

Affordable alternatives are available through comparison-shopping at various online insurance intermediaries' websites. Other than being a cheaper option, term life insurance is better in other aspects when compared to a mortgage life insurance. There are much personalization options available for a term life insurance policy. The proceeds from a term life insurance go directly to the beneficiaries instead of the lender, so the money can be used by your dependents as desired which could be even to pay off other debts. Term life insurance also pays a death benefit. According to NAIC (National Association of Insurance Commissioners), the companies pay almost 90 cents to the dollar in benefits for term life insurance policies. Typically the whole life insurance will be 2 to 3 times costlier than a term life insurance. 

Term life insurance offers the cheapest alternative to provide insurance coverage for your dependents. It has allowed individuals under budget-crunch situations to buy policies with larger payout amounts due to the limited term of the coverage.  So, if you can renew your term life insurance regularly during your lifetime, you have actually found an affordable alternative to expensive whole life insurance.. ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[<P>Term life insurance provides you with a more affordable opportunity to ensure you mortgage payments in the unfortunate event of your death. Even though they are offered for a limited time-period, but you can always match them up with your mortgage payment cycles of 10 or 20-year contracts. For the budget conscious, this definitely seems to be a smarter alternative for a low cost death benefit. <br />
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Insurance companies offer cheap term life insurance policies with different contract time periods, conversion credit during the first five years and transferable waiver of premium. <br />
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Affordable alternatives are available through comparison-shopping at various online insurance intermediaries' websites. </P><P>Other than being a cheaper option, term life insurance is better in other aspects when compared to a mortgage life insurance. There are much personalization options available for a term life insurance policy. The proceeds from a term life insurance go directly to the beneficiaries instead of the lender, so the money can be used by your dependents as desired which could be even to pay off other debts. Term life insurance also pays a death benefit. According to NAIC (National Association of Insurance Commissioners), the companies pay almost 90 cents to the dollar in benefits for term life insurance policies. </P><P>Typically the whole life insurance will be 2 to 3 times costlier than a term life insurance. <br />
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Term life insurance offers the cheapest alternative to provide insurance coverage for your dependents. It has allowed individuals under budget-crunch situations to buy policies with larger payout amounts due to the limited term of the coverage.  So, if you can renew your term life insurance regularly during your lifetime, you have actually found an affordable alternative to expensive whole life insurance.. </P>]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Canada: Compare Insurance Rates Instantly Online for Life, Auto and Property Coverage from 29 Leading Canadian Insurance Companies</title>
		<link>http://www.smartlifeinsuranceworld.com/Canada:_Compare_Insurance_Rates_Instantly_Online_for_Life%2C_Auto_and_Property_Coverage_from_29_Leading_Canadian_Insurance_Companies/page/45643</link>
		<pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2008 14:36:20 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>Coverage</category>
		<category>for</category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Getting the right insurance coverage for your auto, home or life can be a time-consuming and frustrating experience ... until now. Kanetix and Canadian Credit Center have teamed up to offer Canadians free insurance quotes from 29 leading insurance companies at http://www.Kanetix.ca/CCC_home. It's the perfect way to compare the insurance rate that is right for you without feeling obligated afterward. You're in control of the quote process from start to finish ... and done within five minutes or less.Auto Insurance CanadaWhile several provinces offer government automobile insurance, most Canadian provinces and territories require cars to be privately insured. If you live in Ontario, Alberta, Quebec, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island Newfoundland, Yukon, Northwest Territories or Nunavut, you can get a free car insurance quote at http://www.Kanetix.ca/CCC_auto. Just type in your postal code to get started.Property Insurance CanadaAll Canadians with a mortgage on their home are generally required by the lender to maintain a fire insurance policy on the replacement value of the house. This fact is true in all provinces and territories, including British Columbia, Saskatchewan and Manitoba. To get your free home insurance quote with no obligation or callbacks, visit http://www.Kanetix.ca/CCC_prop. Type in your postal code to start and you should be finished in minutes.Life Insurance CanadaCanadians obtain life insurance policies for a wide variety of reasons. Getting the coverage that is right for you and your loved ones can be much easier, and even cheaper, by enabling you to compare the insurance rate offered by many difference Canadian insurance companies. Start by putting in your postal code at http://www.Kanetix.ca/CCC_life, then answer a few questions about your age, health, smoking habits, and the amount of coverage you are seeking. In seconds, you will have the insurance choices available to you. If you like what you see, you can contact the insurance company online or over the phone. It's never been easier to compare insurance rates anywhere in Canada.Canadian Insurance CompaniesGoverned by the Insurance Institute of Canada and trained by the Insurance Bureau of Canada, Canadian insurance companies operate to assure their customers get the coverage they have purchased. Working with Kanetix to offer competitive direct insurance quotes are 29 progressive Canadian insurance companies, including: AIG Life Insurance Company, Allstate Insurance Company of Canada, Aviva Insurance, AXA Insurance, CAA Insurance, The Canada Life Assurance Company, Chieftain Insurance Company, Citadel General Assurance Company, Desjardins Financial Security, DirectProtect, The Dominion of Canada General Insurance Company, Echelon General Insurance, Economical Mutual Insurance Company, Equitable Life Insurance Company, Industrial Alliance General, Kingsway General Insurance Company, The Maritime Life Assurance Company, Millennium Insurance Corporation, Perth Insurance, Primmum Insurance Company, RBC Insurance, Royal & SunAlliance Canada, Standard Life, State Farm Insurance, Transamerica Life Insurance, Trent Health, Unity Life, Wawanesa Insurance, and York Fire & Casualty Insurance Company. These are some of Canada's most trusted financial institutions, each company offering a variety of progressive products and direct quality customer service.Competitive insurance companies operate in all Canadian provinces and territories: Alberta (AB), British Columbia (BC), Manitoba (MB), New Brunswick (NB), Newfoundland (NF), Nova Scotia (NS), Ontario (ON), Prince Edward Island (PEI), Quebec (QC), Saskatchewan (SK), as well as Northwest Territories (NWT), Nunavut (NU) and Yukon (YK) offering relevant auto (car, truck, motorcycle), home-property-house and personal term-whole-universal life insurance policies and coverage in Canada. Coverage is also available in all major Canadian cities: Toronto, Calgary, Edmonton, Vancouver, Halifax, Moncton, Montreal, Ottawa, Quebec City, Regina, St. John's, Victoria, Winnipeg and Charlottetown.For more information about additional Canadian financial products and services in Canada, visit http://www.CanadianCreditCenter.com.. ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[<P>Getting the right insurance coverage for your auto, home or life can be a time-consuming and frustrating experience ... until now. Kanetix and Canadian Credit Center have teamed up to offer Canadians free insurance quotes from 29 leading insurance companies at <a href="http://www.Kanetix.ca/CCC_home" target="_blank">http://www.Kanetix.ca/CCC_home</a>. It's the perfect way to compare the insurance rate that is right for you without feeling obligated afterward. You're in control of the quote process from start to finish ... </P><P>and done within five minutes or less.Auto Insurance CanadaWhile several provinces offer government automobile insurance, most Canadian provinces and territories require cars to be privately insured. If you live in Ontario, Alberta, Quebec, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island Newfoundland, Yukon, Northwest Territories or Nunavut, you can get a free car insurance quote at <a href="http://www.Kanetix.ca/CCC_auto" target="_blank">http://www.Kanetix.ca/CCC_auto</a>. Just type in your postal code to get started.Property Insurance CanadaAll Canadians with a mortgage on their home are generally required by the lender to maintain a fire insurance policy on the replacement value of the house. This fact is true in all provinces and territories, including British Columbia, Saskatchewan and Manitoba. To get your free home insurance quote with no obligation or callbacks, visit <a href="http://www.Kanetix.ca/CCC_prop" target="_blank">http://www.Kanetix.ca/CCC_prop</a>. </P><P>Type in your postal code to start and you should be finished in minutes.Life Insurance CanadaCanadians obtain life insurance policies for a wide variety of reasons. Getting the coverage that is right for you and your loved ones can be much easier, and even cheaper, by enabling you to compare the insurance rate offered by many difference Canadian insurance companies. Start by putting in your postal code at <a href="http://www.Kanetix.ca/CCC_life" target="_blank">http://www.Kanetix.ca/CCC_life</a>, then answer a few questions about your age, health, smoking habits, and the amount of coverage you are seeking. In seconds, you will have the insurance choices available to you. If you like what you see, you can contact the insurance company online or over the phone. </P><P>It's never been easier to compare insurance rates anywhere in Canada.Canadian Insurance CompaniesGoverned by the Insurance Institute of Canada and trained by the Insurance Bureau of Canada, Canadian insurance companies operate to assure their customers get the coverage they have purchased. Working with Kanetix to offer competitive direct insurance quotes are 29 progressive Canadian insurance companies, including: AIG Life Insurance Company, Allstate Insurance Company of Canada, Aviva Insurance, AXA Insurance, CAA Insurance, The Canada Life Assurance Company, Chieftain Insurance Company, Citadel General Assurance Company, Desjardins Financial Security, DirectProtect, The Dominion of Canada General Insurance Company, Echelon General Insurance, Economical Mutual Insurance Company, Equitable Life Insurance Company, Industrial Alliance General, Kingsway General Insurance Company, The Maritime Life Assurance Company, Millennium Insurance Corporation, Perth Insurance, Primmum Insurance Company, RBC Insurance, Royal & SunAlliance Canada, Standard Life, State Farm Insurance, Transamerica Life Insurance, Trent Health, Unity Life, Wawanesa Insurance, and York Fire & Casualty Insurance Company. These are some of Canada's most trusted financial institutions, each company offering a variety of progressive products and direct quality customer service.Competitive insurance companies operate in all Canadian provinces and territories: Alberta (AB), British Columbia (BC), Manitoba (MB), New Brunswick (NB), Newfoundland (NF), Nova Scotia (NS), Ontario (ON), Prince Edward Island (PEI), Quebec (QC), Saskatchewan (SK), as well as Northwest Territories (NWT), Nunavut (NU) and Yukon (YK) offering relevant auto (car, truck, motorcycle), home-property-house and personal term-whole-universal life insurance policies and coverage in Canada. Coverage is also available in all major Canadian cities: Toronto, Calgary, Edmonton, Vancouver, Halifax, Moncton, Montreal, Ottawa, Quebec City, Regina, St. John's, Victoria, Winnipeg and Charlottetown.For more information about additional Canadian financial products and services in Canada, visit <a href="http://www.CanadianCreditCenter.com" target="_blank">http://www.CanadianCreditCenter.com</a>.. </P>]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Oxford Life Insurance Company and Subsidiaries Christian Fidelity Life Insurance Company and North American Insurance Company Announce Upgrades in Financial Strength Ratings</title>
		<link>http://www.smartlifeinsuranceworld.com/</link>
		<pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2008 11:38:17 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>Financial</category>
		<category>Upgrades</category>
		<guid>http://www.smartlifeinsuranceworld.com/</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Oxford Life Insurance Company (Oxford Life) (Arizona) has been upgraded by A. M. Best, the world's oldest and most authoritative insurance rating and information source, to B (Fair) from B- (Fair). The rating increase also applies to Oxford Life subsidiary companies Christian Fidelity Life Insurance Company (Texas) and North American Insurance Company (Wisconsin). The rating outlook for all three companies remains positive."This upgrade reflects our emphasis on continuing financial security, improved operating results, increased capitalization and reduced risk exposure in our invested asset portfolio." said Mark A. Haydukovich, President of Oxford Life. "The two A. M. Best upgrades this year, combined with Oxford Life's qualification for membership in the Insurance Marketplace Standards Association (IMSA), reflect our commitment and promises to agents and clients of continued financial strength and integrity."Founded in 1965, Oxford Life Insurance Company specializes in providing life insurance, fixed and equity indexed annuities, and critical illness insurance sold through independent marketing organizations and personal producing general agents. Christian Fidelity Life Insurance Company, a subsidiary of Oxford Life, is a high quality Medicare supplement and final expense life insurance company. Also a subsidiary of Oxford Life, North American Insurance Company markets and administers credit life and disability. A member of the Insurance Marketplace Standards Association (IMSA), the national organization dedicated to promoting high ethical standards in the life insurance marketplace, Oxford Life provides excellent customer service while exemplifying the highest standards of ethics and professional integrity.Contact: Don C. SmithVice President, Marketing602-418-2952e-mail protected from spam bots. ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[<P>Oxford Life Insurance Company (Oxford Life) (Arizona) has been upgraded by A. M. Best, the world's oldest and most authoritative insurance rating and information source, to B (Fair) from B- (Fair). The rating increase also applies to Oxford Life subsidiary companies Christian Fidelity Life Insurance Company (Texas) and North American Insurance Company (Wisconsin). The rating outlook for all three companies remains positive."This upgrade reflects our emphasis on continuing financial security, improved operating results, increased capitalization and reduced risk exposure in our invested asset portfolio." said Mark A. </P><P>Haydukovich, President of Oxford Life. "The two A. M. Best upgrades this year, combined with Oxford Life's qualification for membership in the Insurance Marketplace Standards Association (IMSA), reflect our commitment and promises to agents and clients of continued financial strength and integrity."Founded in 1965, Oxford Life Insurance Company specializes in providing life insurance, fixed and equity indexed annuities, and critical illness insurance sold through independent marketing organizations and personal producing general agents. Christian Fidelity Life Insurance Company, a subsidiary of Oxford Life, is a high quality Medicare supplement and final expense life insurance company. </P><P>Also a subsidiary of Oxford Life, North American Insurance Company markets and administers credit life and disability. A member of the Insurance Marketplace Standards Association (IMSA), the national organization dedicated to promoting high ethical standards in the life insurance marketplace, Oxford Life provides excellent customer service while exemplifying the highest standards of ethics and professional integrity.Contact: Don C. SmithVice President, Marketing602-418-2952e-mail protected from spam bots. </P>]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Finding Term Life Insurance online</title>
		<link>http://www.smartlifeinsuranceworld.com/Finding_Term_Life_Insurance_online/page/96651</link>
		<pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2008 10:54:51 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>Life</category>
		<category>Term</category>
		<guid>http://www.smartlifeinsuranceworld.com/Finding_Term_Life_Insurance_online/page/96651</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[What exactly is Term Life Insurance?Term life is a form of life insurance where you're covered for a number of years - the number of years is called the term. Term life insurance policies can be for as long as 30 years or for 20 years, 15, 10 or 5. After those years the policy can either be over or it can be renewed at a higher price based on your age at that time. What's the best way to utilize term life insurance?Term life is very good to have a lot of insurance ? for now. It makes sense if you have kids at home who are dependent on your income coming in for years to come for their living expenses. Also, a spouse, even if working, would have a financial hardship in case of your death. If you can't develop the funds for permanent life insurance like whole life insurance then get the most term that you can.Are there "stores" for term life insurance on the web?Yes, but they are not all the same:a.There's the sort that asks for information about you which is marketed to agents as a sales lead.b.Then there are ones that sell life insurance but want you to give your information before giving you insurance quotes.c.The websites of life insurance companies themselves which are usually informational in nature and if you email them, you're referred to one of their insurance agents.d.An internet site that gives you direct and anonymous access to term life insurance rates. Then if you get a quote that works for you, you can make contact. One that does this is www.lifeinsure.com . Suggestion/Action PlanIf something happened to you and you have people financially dependent on you, it's crucial that you have ample life insurance whether term life insurance or if finances allow it ? permanent life such as whole life or universal life. Go to a website that allows you to learn on your own and get various quotes from a lot of life insurance companies. The web can be of immense help to you in this research.. ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[<P>What exactly is Term Life Insurance?Term life is a form of life insurance where you're covered for a number of years - the number of years is called the term. Term life insurance policies can be for as long as 30 years or for 20 years, 15, 10 or 5. After those years the policy can either be over or it can be renewed at a higher price based on your age at that time. What's the best way to utilize term life insurance?Term life is very good to have a lot of insurance ? for now. It makes sense if you have kids at home who are dependent on your income coming in for years to come for their living expenses. </P><P>Also, a spouse, even if working, would have a financial hardship in case of your death. If you can't develop the funds for permanent life insurance like whole life insurance then get the most term that you can.Are there "stores" for term life insurance on the web?Yes, but they are not all the same:a.There's the sort that asks for information about you which is marketed to agents as a sales lead.b.Then there are ones that sell life insurance but want you to give your information before giving you insurance quotes.c.The websites of life insurance companies themselves which are usually informational in nature and if you email them, you're referred to one of their insurance agents.d.An internet site that gives you direct and anonymous access to term life insurance rates. Then if you get a quote that works for you, you can make contact. One that does this is www.lifeinsure.com . Suggestion/Action PlanIf something happened to you and you have people financially dependent on you, it's crucial that you have ample life insurance whether term life insurance or if finances allow it ? permanent life such as whole life or universal life. </P><P>Go to a website that allows you to learn on your own and get various quotes from a lot of life insurance companies. The web can be of immense help to you in this research.. </P>]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Buying life insurance: A Shopping Checklist</title>
		<link>http://www.smartlifeinsuranceworld.com/Buying_life_insurance:_A_Shopping_Checklist/page/155227</link>
		<pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2008 09:59:03 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>Life</category>
		<category>Life+insurance</category>
		<guid>http://www.smartlifeinsuranceworld.com/Buying_life_insurance:_A_Shopping_Checklist/page/155227</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[When shopping for term life insurance, you want to find the right amount of insurance coverage at a reasonable price with a company you can trust. But for many people, getting started is the hardest part. That's where the following Life Insurance Checklist can help. 

1. What you would like your policy to achieve?
Ask yourself what it is you want your life insurance to do. For example, do you want to have insurance coverage that will:

?	Pay funeral arrangements? 
?	Pay the outstanding balance owing on a mortgage and other debts? 
?	Offset the loss of your income? And if so, for how long? 
?	Contribute to the future education of your children? 
?	A combination of all or part of the above? 

Knowing what you would like to accomplish with your life insurance policy and approximately how much you need to achieve these goals will help you determine how much life insurance you should consider purchasing. Online life insurance calculators are available to help you put a dollar value on the amount of coverage you need. 

2. Who would you like to insure under the life insurance policy?
Most insurance companies offer a variety of life insurance products to suit your lifestyle and family needs. You can get an insurance policy on your own life, or you can get one policy for both you and your spouse (called a joint life insurance policy). The most common joint life policy provides coverage when the first partner dies, leaving the life insurance benefit to the surviving spouse.

3. How long will you need life insurance?
Consulting a psychic isn't necessary, although it does require that you estimate the timing of your life insurance needs. For example:

?	When will your mortgage be paid off? The amortization period of your mortgage will often determine how long your term life insurance policy should be. 
?	When will your children be finished school? One day they'll finish their education and having enough life insurance coverage to pay their educational expenses won't be necessary. 
?	When are you planning to retire? You will have less income to replace at that time. 

Knowing how long you'll need life insurance coverage before you begin shopping will ensure you're comfortable with the life insurance product you end up purchasing. Online tools are available to help you figure out which term for your life insurance policy is most recommended for people with similar lifestyles.

So now that you've got the how much, who and how long questions answered, you're ready to shop.

1. Compare life insurance quotes from multiple companies:
It pays to shop around because life insurance rates can vary considerably depending on the product you choose, your age, and the amount of coverage you request. This is the easy part, because with the Internet you can compare life insurance quotes easily, online, anytime.

2. Which life insurance rate has been quoted ? standard or preferred?
There are two basic life insurance rate groups you should know about when shopping for life insurance coverage: standard rates and preferred. Standard life insurance rates are the rates the majority of Canadians qualify for, while about one third of the population is eligible for preferred rates.

Preferred life insurance rates are typically offered to very healthy people and means you may pay a smaller premium than most. Usually preferred rates are offered only once the results of the medical information and tests are known. It will depend on your blood pressure, cholesterol levels, height, weight, and family health history. But preferred rates are worth it. They could save you up to 30-35% off your quoted premium.

When comparing prices, make sure you're comparing 'standard to standard' or 'preferred to preferred' life insurance rates. If you're not sure, ask the broker. It would be disappointing to find out you were quoted preferred rates at the beginning, only to find out you don't qualify for them later.

3. Review the life insurance broker's availability:
How easily can you get a hold of the broker? What are their hours of operation? Whether it is through their website or telephone, the life insurance broker should be easily accessible to you should you ever have questions or need to speak to them about a change in your life insurance needs. Look for toll-free numbers and extended hours of service as guides.

4. Review the medical information required to obtain the policy:
Typically the more medical information you provide, the better the price. For a policy that asks few or no medical questions, you can bet the premium is higher for the same coverage then a plan asking for more information. Depending on the company, your age, and the amount of coverage you want, you could be asked to provide blood and urine samples. To obtain the samples, a nurse will visit at not cost to you.

5. Consider a life insurer's financial stability and strength:
A company's financial stability is something to consider if you are planning on making a long-term purchase like life insurance. There are organizations out there, like A.M. Best, that evaluate insurers and provide a rating on their stability and strength.

6. Ask about renewal options and requirements:
Once the initial premium is set, it is usually guaranteed for the length of the policy (often 10 or 20 years). But what happens when the policy expires? Most policies are renewable until you are 70 or 75 so don't forget to ask your broker if you will have to take a medical to renew your policy. While your premiums will be higher on renewal, find out if they will also be guaranteed to remain level for the second term of the policy.

7. Confirm the policy can be cancelled without penalty:
Most term life insurance policies can be cancelled at any time without penalty. Make sure to check with your broker to see if the life insurance company has any unusual cancellation policies.

8. Consider the conversion options and restrictions for the policy:
As your life changes so do your life insurance needs and you may want the option to convert your coverage some day. 

To convert a term life insurance policy means to transfer all, or part of, the death benefit of the policy into a permanent life policy without a medical. For example, say you originally bought a term policy to protect a mortgage and child. Once the mortgage is paid and the child grown, you might find it desirable to convert the policy into one that will give you a new level premium for the rest of your life, and a death benefit that is guaranteed not to expire as you age.

When you purchase your life insurance policy, find out if there are any limitations on your age at the time of conversion. In most cases, you have the option of converting up until you are 60 or 65. As well, ensure you are given several options of the type of policies you can move into, the more the better.

Final tip ? choose a life insurance broker you trust:
While it doesn't necessarily impact the type of policy you choose to purchase, a rapport with your broker is critical in feeling comfortable with the life insurance policy you buy and the information you've received.. ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[<P>When shopping for term life insurance, you want to find the right amount of insurance coverage at a reasonable price with a company you can trust. But for many people, getting started is the hardest part. That's where the following Life Insurance Checklist can help. <br />
<br />
1. What you would like your policy to achieve?<br />
Ask yourself what it is you want your life insurance to do. </P><P>For example, do you want to have insurance coverage that will:<br />
<br />
?	Pay funeral arrangements? <br />
?	Pay the outstanding balance owing on a mortgage and other debts? <br />
?	Offset the loss of your income? And if so, for how long? <br />
?	Contribute to the future education of your children? <br />
?	A combination of all or part of the above? <br />
<br />
Knowing what you would like to accomplish with your life insurance policy and approximately how much you need to achieve these goals will help you determine how much life insurance you should consider purchasing. Online life insurance calculators are available to help you put a dollar value on the amount of coverage you need. <br />
<br />
2. Who would you like to insure under the life insurance policy?<br />
Most insurance companies offer a variety of life insurance products to suit your lifestyle and family needs. You can get an insurance policy on your own life, or you can get one policy for both you and your spouse (called a joint life insurance policy). </P><P>The most common joint life policy provides coverage when the first partner dies, leaving the life insurance benefit to the surviving spouse.<br />
<br />
3. How long will you need life insurance?<br />
Consulting a psychic isn't necessary, although it does require that you estimate the timing of your life insurance needs. For example:<br />
<br />
?	When will your mortgage be paid off? The amortization period of your mortgage will often determine how long your term life insurance policy should be. <br />
?	When will your children be finished school? One day they'll finish their education and having enough life insurance coverage to pay their educational expenses won't be necessary. <br />
?	When are you planning to retire? You will have less income to replace at that time. </P><P><br />
<br />
Knowing how long you'll need life insurance coverage before you begin shopping will ensure you're comfortable with the life insurance product you end up purchasing. Online tools are available to help you figure out which term for your life insurance policy is most recommended for people with similar lifestyles.<br />
<br />
So now that you've got the how much, who and how long questions answered, you're ready to shop.<br />
<br />
1. Compare life insurance quotes from multiple companies:<br />
It pays to shop around because life insurance rates can vary considerably depending on the product you choose, your age, and the amount of coverage you request. This is the easy part, because with the Internet you can compare life insurance quotes easily, online, anytime.<br />
<br />
2. Which life insurance rate has been quoted ? standard or preferred?<br />
There are two basic life insurance rate groups you should know about when shopping for life insurance coverage: standard rates and preferred. </P><P>Standard life insurance rates are the rates the majority of Canadians qualify for, while about one third of the population is eligible for preferred rates.<br />
<br />
Preferred life insurance rates are typically offered to very healthy people and means you may pay a smaller premium than most. Usually preferred rates are offered only once the results of the medical information and tests are known. It will depend on your blood pressure, cholesterol levels, height, weight, and family health history. But preferred rates are worth it. They could save you up to 30-35% off your quoted premium.<br />
<br />
When comparing prices, make sure you're comparing 'standard to standard' or 'preferred to preferred' life insurance rates. </P><P>If you're not sure, ask the broker. It would be disappointing to find out you were quoted preferred rates at the beginning, only to find out you don't qualify for them later.<br />
<br />
3. Review the life insurance broker's availability:<br />
How easily can you get a hold of the broker? What are their hours of operation? Whether it is through their website or telephone, the life insurance broker should be easily accessible to you should you ever have questions or need to speak to them about a change in your life insurance needs. Look for toll-free numbers and extended hours of service as guides.<br />
<br />
4. Review the medical information required to obtain the policy:<br />
Typically the more medical information you provide, the better the price. </P><P>For a policy that asks few or no medical questions, you can bet the premium is higher for the same coverage then a plan asking for more information. Depending on the company, your age, and the amount of coverage you want, you could be asked to provide blood and urine samples. To obtain the samples, a nurse will visit at not cost to you.<br />
<br />
5. Consider a life insurer's financial stability and strength:<br />
A company's financial stability is something to consider if you are planning on making a long-term purchase like life insurance. There are organizations out there, like A.M. </P><P>Best, that evaluate insurers and provide a rating on their stability and strength.<br />
<br />
6. Ask about renewal options and requirements:<br />
Once the initial premium is set, it is usually guaranteed for the length of the policy (often 10 or 20 years). But what happens when the policy expires? Most policies are renewable until you are 70 or 75 so don't forget to ask your broker if you will have to take a medical to renew your policy. While your premiums will be higher on renewal, find out if they will also be guaranteed to remain level for the second term of the policy.<br />
<br />
7. Confirm the policy can be cancelled without penalty:<br />
Most term life insurance policies can be cancelled at any time without penalty. </P><P>Make sure to check with your broker to see if the life insurance company has any unusual cancellation policies.<br />
<br />
8. Consider the conversion options and restrictions for the policy:<br />
As your life changes so do your life insurance needs and you may want the option to convert your coverage some day. <br />
<br />
To convert a term life insurance policy means to transfer all, or part of, the death benefit of the policy into a permanent life policy without a medical. For example, say you originally bought a term policy to protect a mortgage and child. Once the mortgage is paid and the child grown, you might find it desirable to convert the policy into one that will give you a new level premium for the rest of your life, and a death benefit that is guaranteed not to expire as you age.<br />
<br />
When you purchase your life insurance policy, find out if there are any limitations on your age at the time of conversion. </P><P>In most cases, you have the option of converting up until you are 60 or 65. As well, ensure you are given several options of the type of policies you can move into, the more the better.<br />
<br />
Final tip ? choose a life insurance broker you trust:<br />
While it doesn't necessarily impact the type of policy you choose to purchase, a rapport with your broker is critical in feeling comfortable with the life insurance policy you buy and the information you've received.. </P>]]></content:encoded>
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