1+ day, 2+ hour ago (566+ words) 39 Bangladeshis deported from US arrive in Dhaka Khaleda Zia's condition 'very critical': Fakhrul Tarique says return not entirely within his control as Khaleda critically ill BNP leaders gather at Evercare to enquire on Khaleda Buying life insurance in Bangladesh often feels less like financial planning and more like an obligation'something you buy because a relative is an agent or because you need a tax rebate. But this casual approach often leads to policies that drain your wallet without protecting your family. Step 1: Start Young The most common mistake people make is procrastination. In your 20s, you feel invincible. In your 30s, you have other expenses. By your 40s, when you finally feel the "need," the premiums have skyrocketed. Lock in a policy as soon as you start earning. Premiums are calculated based on age and health. A policy bought at age 25 can cost…...

2+ day, 11+ hour ago (33+ words) NASCAR star Kyle Busch and his wife, Samantha, recently said they lost more than $8 million after buying a life insurance policy that they claim was pitched as a "tax-free retirement plan." ......

4+ day, 15+ hour ago (673+ words) Digital Insurance contacted insurance professionals to comment on life insurance trends for 2026." Responses have been lightly edited for clarity. As we look ahead to 2026, the life insurance industry stands at a crossroads as it balances innovation in underwriting and product design with a growing need for consumer transparency. While the fundamentals of insurance protection remain the same, how we deliver it is changing rapidly. To ensure growth, insurers must go beyond simple product education and create emotional connections that demonstrate the value of protection. Similarly, established carriers with strong distribution networks, trusted brands like Mutual of Omaha, and digital strategies will remain well positioned to navigate this environment. In short, 2026 will be a year of progress, introspection, and accountability to move life insurance forward. Life insurance is expected to evolve as insurers leverage technology and data analytics to better assess…...

1+ week, 20+ hour ago (661+ words) THE United Nations" Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) may seem like a distant term and idealistic to some, but Kimani Graham is proving that real change can begin right at home and in the most unexpected places. Adopted by the UN in 2015, the SDGs are a proposal to end poverty, protect the planet, and promote peace and prosperity by 2030. The 17 interconnected goals emphasise inclusive progress, balancing social, economic, and environmental sustainability. They aim to uplift those furthest behind and eliminate poverty, hunger, AIDS, and gender discrimination. "Very few people make the connection between life insurance and poverty reduction," Graham explained. "But when I thought about it, I realised both insurance and sustainable development are things I care deeply about. So I asked myself, "How can I tie them together?" As a sales support supervisor at JN Life Insurance, Graham has not…...

1+ week, 1+ day ago (1211+ words) Best Auto Refinance Lenders Best Auto Purchase Loans Corebridge stands out for its low term life insurance premiums, but it also has higher-than-average complaints Insurance Staff Writer, WSJ | Buy Side Insurance Deputy Editor, Buy Side Jennifer Lobb is a staff editor at Buy Side and an expert on auto, home and life insurance. Updated November 21, 2025, 4:04 PM EST Corebridge has some of the lowest term life insurance rates for all ages and term lengths in our analysis of life insurance companies. Its rates are especially competitive if you're a smoker. Corebridge offers a variety of term lengths to help best match your insurance needs'including terms for any length from 15 to 30 years (not just every five or 10 years), plus 10-year and 35-year level terms. There's a generous conversion period, letting you convert term life to permanent life insurance any time during the…...

1+ week, 2+ day ago (1826+ words) Best Auto Refinance Lenders Best Auto Purchase Loans The top life insurance companies for older buyers based on our extensive analysis of coverage and costs Insurance Senior Editor, Buy Side Insurance Staff Writer, WSJ | Buy Side Insurance Deputy Editor, Buy Side Jennifer Lobb is a staff editor at Buy Side and an expert on auto, home and life insurance. Updated November 21, 2025, 9:23 AM EST If you're buying life insurance at age 60 or older, you'll usually pay much higher premiums than younger buyers, and your coverage options might be limited. We analyzed 14 large life insurance companies based on their term life rates for buyers ages 60 and 70, complaint levels and other metrics that are important to older insurance buyers to find the best life insurance companies for seniors. Not as competitive when it comes to term life insurance rates for seniors Seniors interested…...

1+ week, 2+ day ago (1058+ words) Best Auto Refinance Lenders Best Auto Purchase Loans Smokers pay much more for life insurance than nonsmokers, but the definition of a "smoker" can vary by company Insurance Staff Writer, WSJ | Buy Side Staff Deputy Editor, Buy Side Les Masterson is a staff Deputy Insurance Editor at Buy Side and has over 10 years of insurance experience. Updated November 21, 2025, 2:42 PM EST Smokers pay more for life insurance, but smokers" rates and the definition of a "smoker" vary by company. It"s important to know the rules and how you can get a better deal if you shop around or stop smoking. You can generally buy life insurance if you smoke or use other tobacco products, depending on your health and other risk factors. But you"ll pay a lot more than nonsmokers of the same age and health status." A smoker…...

1+ week, 2+ day ago (697+ words) Cost is the biggest barrier to people financially protecting their loved ones with life insurance, with some estimating the cover is "too expensive, but it can be much cheaper than often believed Many UK adults are wildly overestimating the cost of life insurance and risking leaving their families financially vulnerable by delaying coverage until key life events, according to new research. Cost is the biggest barrier to people taking out life insurance, research by life cover provider Legal & General (L&G) found in its study of 2,000 adults. More than a quarter (27%) of those asked said they believed life insurance was "too expensive. Yet on average, people overestimate the monthly cost of life insurance by 184%, the survey found " believing it to be "79.50 a month when the actual average L&G policy cost was "27.95 in 2024. Policies from other providers could cost more or…...

1+ week, 3+ day ago (383+ words) AlleyWatch sat down with Modern Life Founder and CEO Michael Konialian to learn more about the business, the future plans, recent funding round, and much, much more" We raised a $20M Series A led by Thrive Capital, with participation from New York Life Ventures, Northwestern Mutual Future Ventures, and Allegis. That brings our total funding to $35M, following our earlier $15M seed round, which was also led by Thrive. Tell us about the product or service that Modern Life offers. What inspired the start of Modern Life? How is Modern Life different? What market does Modern Life target and how big is it? We focus on the U.S. life insurance market, which is roughly a $175B market, 90% of which is sold through advisors. We also distribute long-term care, annuities, and disability insurance which together are meaningful markets as well. Our clients are financial firms and…...

1+ week, 4+ day ago (820+ words) From decoding money topics to curating gift guides, Ravi's writing helps readers save money - and pick the perfect present. Over-50s life insurance policies now cost an average of "27.62 a month, according to insurer Reassured, based on more than 50,000 plans sold in 2024." But with fixed payouts and premiums that run for life, many people who live past 80 are likely to pay in more than their family eventually receives. Here, Which? sets out three key things to know before taking out an over-50s policy, and the alternatives you could consider instead." Over-50s life insurance is a product that promises a lump sum when you die. Provided you don't miss any premiums, it's guaranteed to pay out." One factor that often appeals is that it's not medically underwritten, which means any pre-existing health conditions won't affect the cost. The main things you'll be…...