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	<title>decreasing term life insurance</title>
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				<title>Term Life Insurance -- Is The Cheapest Coverage The Best For You?</title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 27 Dec 2006 00:27:22 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>term life insurance</category><category>decreasing term life insurance</category><category>life insurance policy</category><category>life insurance policies</category><category>level term life insurance</category><category>basic life insurance</category><category>group term life insurance</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/term-life-insurance-is-the-cheapest-coverage-the-best-for-you</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Term Life Insurance -- Is The Cheapest Coverage The Best For You?  Many internet searches reveal that you can get free term life insurance quotes and premiums that are up to 70% off. With so many options available, is it always in your best interest to get the cheapest term life insurance coverage?]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/term+life+insurance" rel="tag">Term Life Insurance</a> -- Is The Cheapest Coverage The Best For You? <br /><br /> Many internet searches reveal that you can get free term life insurance quotes and premiums that are up to 70% off. With so many options available, is it always in your best interest to get the cheapest term life insurance coverage? And what does "up to 70% off your term life insurance" really mean? <br /><br /> Cost effective term life insurance is simply <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/basic+life+insurance" rel="tag">basic life insurance</a> that pays out a lump sum after your death. The premiums for these polices are generally low because the policies are like your house insurance; there is no cash value. There are two basic types of term life insurance -- <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/decreasing+term+life+insurance" rel="tag">decreasing term life insurance</a> and <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/level+term+life+insurance" rel="tag">level term life insurance</a>, but decreasing term life insurance is gradually being phased out. <br /><br /> What is Term Life Insurance? <br /><br /> Level term <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/life+insurance+policies" rel="tag">life insurance policies</a> are not as cheap as decreasing term life insurance but do a better job of protecting you. Both of these life insurance policies have many similarities. The reason for the different price structures are that level term life insurance policies, owned by you, can pay off your mortgage and still leave a pay out for your family. The <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/group+term+life+insurance" rel="tag">group term life insurance</a> you buy through your bank, has a decreasing balance but keeps the same premium. A cheap decreasing term <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/life+insurance+policy" rel="tag">life insurance policy</a> pays only the bank a lump sum to clear your mortgage; it doesn't leave any money to pay those you leave behind. <br /><br /> Term Life Insurance - Mortgage Priorities <br /><br /> If paying off your mortgage is your priority, then you should look to level term life insurance. You might have a 20 year mortgage but a 10 year level term life insurance policy. As you will need to renew the term life insurance policy at the 10th anniversary, you might want to consider making it a 20 year term life insurance policy.   <bio>Ivon T. Hughes of the Hughes Trustco Group is a licensed Insurance Broker. Author of The Life Insurance Handbook. Get a FREE Copy TODAY! Email:info@trustco.ca Web:<a href="http://www.hughestrustco.com" >http://www.hughestrustco.com</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Do You Need A Life Insurance Policy?</title>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 22 Dec 2007 13:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>life insurance policy</category><category>mortgages and loans</category><category>financial cushion</category><category>economical option</category><category>interest mortgage</category><category>capital and interest</category><category>investing in life</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/do-you-need-a-life-insurance-policy</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ One question that's asked by nearly everyone eventually is "should I get a life insurance policy?".  Life insurance pays out a benefit when the person insured dies during the time that the policy is in force. It can provide the cash needed to pay for burial, pay off mortgages and loans and give]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ One question that's asked by nearly everyone eventually is "should I get a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/life+insurance+policy" rel="tag">life insurance policy</a>?". <br /><br /> Life insurance pays out a benefit when the person insured dies during the time that the policy is in force. It can provide the cash needed to pay for burial, pay off <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/mortgages+and+loans" rel="tag">mortgages and loans</a> and give your family a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/financial+cushion" rel="tag">financial cushion</a> while they get back on their feet. When you're young or have little discretionary income, it's easy to tell yourself that life insurance is just for the well-off, but the truth is that life insurance is far more necessary for those who have no monetary cushion against life's rougher times. <br /><br /> You should consider life insurance if: <br /><br /> - you have dependents <br /><br /> The moment you are responsible for another person in your life, you need life insurance. Whether it's your children, a spouse or employees, if someone counts on your ability to earn an income, then life insurance is a necessity. <br /><br /> - you have a mortgage or other detbs <br /><br /> If you have a mortgage, you need life insurance to pay off the remainder of the mortgage if you should die before the mortgage is paid off. If you don't have some sort of insurance to pay off your mortgage when you die, your heirs will have to deal with the debt. <br /><br /> - you own a business or are a key employee in a business <br /><br /> If you own a business, are partners in a business or are a key employee in a business, a life insurance policy can keep your business afloat while your employees or partners make arrangements to replace you or dissolve the business according to your wishes. If this is your reason for <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/investing+in+life" rel="tag">investing in life</a> insurance, it could possibly be charged off as a business expense. <br /><br /> There are several types of life insurance available to you, and the type that's best for you will depend on a number of factors. If your main concern is to ensure that your family is not saddled with a capital and <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/interest+mortgage" rel="tag">interest mortgage</a> in case of your death, then decreasing term life may be your most <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/economical+option" rel="tag">economical option</a>. With decreasing term life, you pay for just the amount of coverage that you need. For example, if you take out a =A3150,000 <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/capital+and+interest" rel="tag">capital and interest</a> mortgage on your home, you can protect it with a decreasing term life policy that starts out with a payout of =A3150,000. That payout will decrease over the years as you pay off the mortgage loan. <br /><br /> Level term life insurance is the next tier of life insurance policy. Like decreasing term life, it pays out a benefit if you die under the terms of the policy - but rather than decreasing as your mortgage is paid off, it remains level. Generally, term life insurance is available in terms from one to forty years, and often comes with a range of options which can extend the policy at an additional cost. <br /><br /> Whichever type of life cover you need, it's important to know exactly what's right for your needs and what the various different companies and policies provide. If you are in any doubt about this you should consult an independent financial adviser who can look at your circumstances and match the best policy to your needs.   <bio>For more information on choosing a life insurance policy visit <a href="http://www.uk-insurance-index.co.uk/life-insurance-companies-1.html" >http://www.uk-insurance-index.co.uk/life-insurance-companies-1.html</a> for an insurer directory, buying guides and customer policy reviews.  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Life Insurance</title>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 17 Feb 2007 20:27:18 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>level term insurance</category><category>decreasing term insurance</category><category>whole of life insurance</category><category>critical illness cover</category><category>survivor</category><category>insurance companies</category><category>insurance brokers</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/life-insurance</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Life Insurance is provided by numerous insurance companies and advice as to the most suitable type of life insurance to meet your specific requirements can be obtained from financial advisers who work for insurance brokers, insurance companies, accountants,banks,building societies and some other]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Life Insurance is provided by numerous <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/insurance+companies" rel="tag">insurance companies</a> and advice as to the most suitable type of life insurance to meet your specific requirements can be obtained from financial advisers who work for <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/insurance+brokers" rel="tag">insurance brokers</a>, insurance companies, accountants,banks,building societies and some other sources. <br /><br /> There are so many different types of life insurance such as <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/level+term+insurance" rel="tag">level term insurance</a>, <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/decreasing+term+insurance" rel="tag">decreasing term insurance</a>, <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/whole+of+life+insurance" rel="tag">whole of life insurance</a> and some others. <br /><br /> Below is some basic information about the first three mentioned above:- <br /><br /> LEVEL TERM INSURANCE <br /><br /> Level Term Insurance is a form of life cover taken out usually for a specific sum over a set number of years with the premium remaining constant throughout the term of the policy. It is often taken out either on a sole life basis or on a joint life first death basis. It is usually taken out for family protection purposes to provide life cover in the event of the death of say the husband or wife so that there are sufficient monies available to the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/survivor" rel="tag">survivor</a> to help support them financially to look after themselves and any dependant children. Level Term Insurance is sometimes taken out to cover liabilities such as loans, mortgages and overdrafts so that in the event of the death of the life assured the liability is cleared so the survivor is not burdened with the repayments. <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/critical+illness+cover" rel="tag">Critical Illness cover</a> can sometimes be included so that the policy pays out upon diagnosis of a specific critical illness such as a heart attack, stroke or cancer. Should the life assured be still alive at the end of the policy term or not have suffered a critical illness the policy normally finishes and nothing is payable. <br /><br /> DECREASING TERM INSURANCE <br /><br /> Decreasing Term Insurance is a form of life cover usually taken out to provide life cover to repay a loan or mortgage in the event of the death of the life assured over a specific term so that the survivor is not burdened with the repayments. The level of life cover reduces during the term of the policy usually in line approximately with the amount of say the mortgage. The premium remains constant during the term of the decreasing term assurance policy but reflects the fact that the level of cover is reducing i.e. it is cheaper than Level Term Insurance for the same amount of cover and term. Critical Illness cover can often be included. <br /><br /> WHOLE OF LIFE INSURANCE <br /><br /> Whole Of Life Insurance is usually more expensive than Level or Decreasing Term Insurance because as long as you are prepared to pay the premium requested by the insurance company the policy will always pay out in the event of the death of the life assured. Whole of Life Insurance is often taken out for family protection purposes to provide a lump sum to the survivor in the event of the death of the life assured to make life more comfortable for the survivor and their children. This type of cover often has various options with it such as the ability to have the level of cover and premiums increase automatically each year. The premium is usually invested in a fund and the cost of providing the cover is taken out of the fund. You can elect to pay more into the fund in the hope that when the level of cover and premium is reviewed after say ten years there is sufficient monies left in the fund so that the premium does not need to increase for a further agreed period. Critical Illness cover can often be included in a Whole of Life policy. This type of cover is more flexible than Level Term Insurance or Decreasing Term Insurance. <br /><br /> The above gives a basic overview of these types of life insurance. You should contact a suitably authorised person for specific advice as to the most suitable type of life insurance.  <bio>Alan Hope runs a lifestyle management and concierge service business for both UK and Overseas clients. Visit his website at <a href="http://www.insuranceplan.org.uk/" >http://www.insuranceplan.org.uk/</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Life Insurance Term Verses Whole -- Is Term Life</title>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 21 May 2006 03:32:48 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>term life insurance</category><category>permanent life insurance</category><category>life insurance term</category><category>life insurance portfolio</category><category>life insurance industry</category><category>insurance term life</category><category>surmise</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/life-insurance-term-verses-whole-is-term-life</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[There has been an on-going battle in the life insurance industry involving term life insurance and whole life insurance. The industry has survived the battle but the consumer is still asking the same question. Which one is better? The question is flawed because these two policies serve two]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[There has been an on-going battle in the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/life+insurance+industry" rel="tag">life insurance industry</a> involving <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/term+life+insurance" rel="tag">term life insurance</a> and whole life insurance. The industry has survived the battle but the consumer is still asking the same question. Which one is better? The question is flawed because these two policies serve two different purposes. The real battle comes over the concept of buying term and investing the difference or the purchase of <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/permanent+life+insurance" rel="tag">permanent life insurance</a>. The proponents of buy term and invest the difference <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/surmise" rel="tag">surmise</a> that the policyholder would do better investing the difference in premium costs that you save by purchasing a term policy rather than a whole policy. Permanent life insurance was never created to be an investment. It was created to take care of permanent life insurance needs. The cash value accumulation within permanent life insurance is an added benefit and not an investment feature. The best <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/life+insurance+portfolio" rel="tag">life insurance portfolio</a> is a combination of both permanent and term life insurance. <br /><br /> Permanent Life Insurance -- Permanent life insurance should be purchased for permanent needs. Final expenses and life insurance for retirement are two basic permanent life insurance needs. Life insurance at retirement is critical because it gives you more options to use your retirement benefits for income rather than life insurance. <br /><br /> Term Life Insurance -- Term life insurance is for temporary needs. Term life insurance will compliment your permanent base of life insurance. Decreasing term and level term riders can be added to your permanent policy to take care of temporary needs like mortgage protection and short term debt. <br /><br /> It is important to understand why you are purchasing life insurance. You will be much more content when you establish in your own mind the reasoning behind the purchase. Do a little mini-need analysis. Think about what is important to you and who is important to you. Life insurance is a gift of love.   <bio>View our recommended source for <a href="http://www.ezquoteguide.com/car/">http://www.ezquoteguide.com/car/</a> <a href="http://www.ezquoteguide.com/home/">http://www.ezquoteguide.com/home/</a> <a href="http://www.ezquoteguide.com/health/">http://www.ezquoteguide.com/health/</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Go To A Specialist For Your Life Insurance Cover Quote</title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 02 Nov 2007 14:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>life insurance quote</category><category>term life insurance</category><category>life insurance term</category><category>whole life insurance</category><category>worst case scenario</category><category>multiply</category><category>mortgage</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/go-to-a-specialist-for-your-life-insurance-cover-quote</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ No one knows what's around the next bend and while there isn't a lot we can do to change the outcome of what will be, we can safeguard against the unknown. When it comes to guarding against the worst case scenario then we should think about taking out life insurance to ensure that those left]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ No one knows what's around the next bend and while there isn't a lot we can do to change the outcome of what will be, we can safeguard against the unknown. When it comes to guarding against the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/worst+case+scenario" rel="tag">worst case scenario</a> then we should think about taking out life insurance to ensure that those left behind are at least financially secure. When getting your life insurance cover quote then you should put it into the hands of a specialist. <br /><br /> While a specialist broker can get you the best deal on your <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/life+insurance+quote" rel="tag">life insurance quote</a>, you do have to give some consideration to the type of life insurance that you need. You also have to determine how much cover you are going to need and also whether you just want the basic policy or wish to include such as critical illness within the cover. <br /><br /> When considering how much life insurance to take then this will depend on factors such as dependant children, your essential outgoings and of course whether or not you have a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/mortgage" rel="tag">mortgage</a>. As a very general rule you should take your annual income and <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/multiply" rel="tag">multiply</a> this by at least 10 years, this will give you a starting figure and good idea of how much life insurance you would need to take out. <br /><br /> One of the cheapest and so most common forms of life insurance is <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/term+life+insurance" rel="tag">term life insurance</a>. Term life insurance relies on you paying a premium for the cover for a set period of time and if you should pass away during this time, the ones you leave behind will get a lump sum payout. However if after the set period of time you are still alive then there is no payout the policy simply expires. <br /><br /> Other types of life insurance cover include decreasing term which is usually taken out alongside a mortgage and decreases in value along with the decreasing mortgage; <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/whole+life+insurance" rel="tag">whole life insurance</a> which will pay out a guaranteed sum providing you keep up with the policy; and endowment life insurance which could be likened to a savings scheme with life insurance included and payout is made either when the policy ends or upon your death. <br /><br /> A specialist can always get you the best deal on your life insurance cover quote and this is the easiest way of purchasing valuable cover to protect your loved ones if the worst should happen.   <bio>David Thomson is Chief Executive of BestDealInsurance (<a href="http://www.bestdealinsurance.co.uk" >http://www.bestdealinsurance.co.uk</a>) an independent specialist broker dedicated to providing their clients with the best deal on their home, motor and life insurance.  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>The Cheapest Online Life Insurance Quotes Can Be Found With A Specialist</title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 26 Oct 2007 08:20:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>life insurance quote</category><category>term life insurance</category><category>whole life insurance</category><category>decide what type</category><category>multiply</category><category>mortgage</category><category>quotes</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-cheapest-online-life-insurance-quotes-can-be-found-with-a-specialist</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ Taking out life insurance can bring relief to you due to knowing that if you should die then at least your loved ones wouldn't have to worry about their immediate financial situation. However life insurance can be an expensive addition to an already over stretched budget but it is something which]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ Taking out life insurance can bring relief to you due to knowing that if you should die then at least your loved ones wouldn't have to worry about their immediate financial situation. However life insurance can be an expensive addition to an already over stretched budget but it is something which should be given some serious consideration. The good news is that you can get the cover much cheaper than you think by getting online <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/life+insurance+quote" rel="tag">life insurance quote</a>s from an expert in life insurance - the specialist life insurance quote broker. <br /><br /> When considering life insurance you first have to <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/decide+what+type" rel="tag">decide what type</a> of cover you are going to get your <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/quotes" rel="tag">quotes</a> for and how much protection you will need to take to give your loved ones and yourself peace of mind. When it comes to deciding how much cover to take then there are several factors in your life that can help you make the decision. The first is your dependant children and here you have to take into account college and education fees or the need for child care. Secondly, your <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/mortgage" rel="tag">mortgage</a> and essential outgoings. The easiest way to get a rough figure with which to work from is to take your annual income and <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/multiply" rel="tag">multiply</a> this by 10, you then have a base on which to work. Do remember to take inflation into consideration. <br /><br /> When it comes to choosing which type of life insurance then you have <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/term+life+insurance" rel="tag">term life insurance</a>, <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/whole+life+insurance" rel="tag">whole life insurance</a> and decreasing term insurance which are three of the most popular choices to choose from when getting online quotes. There are many more types of life cover available too. <br /><br /> Decreasing term life assurance will usually run alongside a mortgage and decrease in value as does the mortgage. Whole life insurance will pay out a guaranteed sum of money for as long as you pay the insurance premiums. And the cheapest is term life insurance for which you decide how much you wish to be covered for and the length of time you wish to take the insurance. With the latter, if you should die within this time then your family get a lump sum payout. However if you are still alive when the policy ends, then there is no payout. <br /><br /> Online life insurance quotes are the cheapest way of securing life insurance without it costing the earth and is valuable when it comes to giving you peace of mind for your family and the cheapest quotes can be found by letting a specialist shop around for the best deals on your behalf.   <bio>David Thomson is Chief Executive of BestDealInsurance (<a href="http://www.bestdealinsurance.co.uk" >http://www.bestdealinsurance.co.uk</a>) an independent specialist broker dedicated to providing their clients with the best deal on their home, motor and life insurance.   </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Life Insurance Mortgage Online Quote -- How To</title>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 21 May 2006 03:32:38 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>mortgage life insurance</category><category>mortgage term</category><category>mortgage protection</category><category>mortgage payoff</category><category>http</category><category>coincide</category><category>shopping</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/life-insurance-mortgage-online-quote-how-to</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[The purchase of a new home is one of largest investment that we make. The homeowner policy is almost always purchased when anyone purchases a home. The bank lending the mortgage money will require a homeowner policy and become the lien-holder on the policy to protect the loan. The mortgage loan is]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[The purchase of a new home is one of largest investment that we make. The homeowner policy is almost always purchased when anyone purchases a home. The bank lending the mortgage money will require a homeowner policy and become the lien-holder on the policy to protect the loan. The mortgage loan is a major debt and should be covered by life insurance. <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/mortgage+life+insurance" rel="tag">Mortgage life insurance</a> can be purchased from just about any life insurance company. <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/shopping" rel="tag">Shopping</a> for mortgage life insurance online is relatively easy. The <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/mortgage+term" rel="tag">mortgage term</a> policy is nothing more than a decreasing term policy. There are 10, 15, 20, and 30 year decreasing term policies and these policy periods can <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/coincide" rel="tag">coincide</a> with mortgage loans for the same time periods. <br /><br /> The mortgage term insurance policy is pure protection and has no cash value accumulation. There is another concept for purchasing life insurance for mortgage purposes. It is a mortgage -payoff concept. The purchase of a sizable permanent life insurance policy can be used to pay the mortgage off sooner with the cash value accumulation within the permanent plan. This type of planning is best done with an insurance professional. <br /><br /> Shopping for <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/mortgage+protection" rel="tag">mortgage protection</a> insurance online is fast and easy. Look for policy rates that match your mortgage balance and length of pay period. There may be some added features that you may want to look for also. The waiver of premium rider is relatively inexpensive. The waiver of premium is a disability rider that will pay the premiums on your mortgage protection policy if you cannot work because of injury or illness. If you owe $100,000 on your mortgage and have 20 years left to pay off your balance then you go shopping online for a 20 year decreasing term policy for $100,000. It's that simple. Mortgage term protection rates are relatively inexpensive. Shop with confidence and make sure that you obtain rates with and without waiver of premium.   <bio>View our recommended source for <a href="http://www.ezquoteguide.com/car/">http://www.ezquoteguide.com/car/</a> <a href="http://www.ezquoteguide.com/home/">http://www.ezquoteguide.com/home/</a> <a href="http://www.ezquoteguide.com/health/">http://www.ezquoteguide.com/health/</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Choosing Life Cover To Protect Your Mortgage</title>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 27 Oct 2007 17:15:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>mortgage life insurance</category><category>mortgage protection</category><category>term mortgage</category><category>most important determinant</category><category>life insurance policy</category><category>decreasing term insurance</category><category>lastly</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/choosing-life-cover-to-protect-your-mortgage</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ Buying a family home is a time when many people begin thinking about taking out a life insurance policy to go along with it. A mortgage is very often the most significant financial decision that any individual makes, and it is always prudent to find a way of protecting your mortgage, to ensure]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ Buying a family home is a time when many people begin thinking about taking out a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/life+insurance+policy" rel="tag">life insurance policy</a> to go along with it. A mortgage is very often the most significant financial decision that any individual makes, and it is always prudent to find a way of protecting your mortgage, to ensure that your loved ones will not suffer financially from the loss of your income if you should die. A carefully-chosen life insurance policy is an ideal method of achieving this protection. <br /><br /> Level Term and Decreasing Term Life Cover <br /><br /> The most common way of protecting your mortgage is to purchase term life assurance. Selecting life cover for <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/mortgage+protection" rel="tag">mortgage protection</a> requires making a choice between two different types of insurance-level term and <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/decreasing+term+insurance" rel="tag">decreasing term insurance</a>. <br /><br /> If you purchase level term life cover, the amount you are insured for remains constant over the life of the policy. With a decreasing term policy, on the other hand, the size of the potential pay-out decreases as the mortgage is paid off. Regardless of which type you choose, the policy ends automatically if a claim is made, or when the mortgage is paid in full. <br /><br /> The Cost of <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/mortgage+life+insurance" rel="tag">Mortgage Life Insurance</a> <br /><br /> The cost of mortgage life cover depends on several factors. The <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/most+important+determinant" rel="tag">most important determinant</a> of the cost of the policy is the terms and conditions of your mortgage-the amount you borrow, and the amount of time you'll require to pay the mortgage in full. As will all types of life cover, the cost also depends on your lifestyle, age, and physical health. <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/lastly" rel="tag">Lastly</a>, the type of policy you choose-level term or decreasing term insurance-also affects the cost. <br /><br /> In most cases, level <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/term+mortgage" rel="tag">term mortgage</a> cover is more expensive than the decreasing term variety. This is because with decreasing term insurance, the size of the pay-out decreases over time, so the overall cost of premiums is reduced to reflect that. Because all other aspects of these two types of policies are more or less equal-in both cases, the mortgage is fully paid in the event of a claim being made-the type of insurance you get will typically depend on how much you can afford. <br /><br /> Level term cover does offer one advantage that decreasing term insurance does not. Because the size of the pay-out is constant over the life of the policy, your dependents will benefit from increased financial security if there is money left over after the mortgage has been paid. For this reason, level term insurance should be your goal if it's affordable. This type of insurance provides another advantage if you have an interest-only mortgage, as your repayments increase over time, and equity is slow to build-a level term mortgage can provide increased financial security in this case. <br /><br /> Other Considerations <br /><br /> Two other important decisions to make are whether to choose joint insurance or two separate policies for you and your partner, and whether or not to purchase additional critical or terminal illness cover. Some policies may include this coverage automatically, and some don't, so it's always important to read the fine print and make sure you understand what you're covered for. By the same token, a joint policy isn't always the best solution, even for a married couple, so it's equally important to check investigate all your available options thoroughly before deciding between joint and separate policies.   <bio>Find out how to get mortgage life insurance at discounted premium rates from leading UK insurers at <a href="http://www.life-saver.co.uk" >http://www.life-saver.co.uk</a>. Compare 20 insurers instantly online and apply in minutes.  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Low Cost Life Insurance</title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 11 Sep 2008 03:50:30 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>term life insurance policy</category><category>term life insurance</category><category>lump sum benefit</category><category>life insurance policy</category><category>decreasing term life insurance</category><category>level term life insurance</category><category>affordable life insurance</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/low-cost-life-insurance</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Low cost life insurance, of course, is a relative description, but to a very great extent, all life insurance these days is relatively low cost. Thanks to intensive internet marketing, which has considerably widen the sales potential, and keen competition amongst providers, life insurance is now]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Low cost life insurance, of course, is a relative description, but to a very great extent, all life insurance these days is relatively low cost. Thanks to intensive internet marketing, which has considerably widen the sales potential, and keen competition amongst providers, life insurance is now cheaper even in real terms than it has been for the past decade or so.<br><br>Nevertheless, if lowering the cost of the premiums is an important consideration, there are still a number of ways in which you can do this.<br><br>As with many purchases, buying the most <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/affordable+life+insurance" rel="tag">affordable life insurance</a> relies on choosing the most appropriate product for your needs. For example, if the main reason for your needing life insurance is to ensure that your family have the balance of a repayment mortgage paid off in the event of your death, then you might want to consider a decreasing <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/term+life+insurance" rel="tag">term life insurance</a> rather than the standard <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/level+term+life+insurance" rel="tag">level term life insurance</a>. Just as the name suggests, <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/decreasing+term+life+insurance" rel="tag">decreasing term life insurance</a> is written with a steadily decreasing <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/lump+sum+benefit" rel="tag">lump sum benefit</a> payable in the event of death during the term of the life cover. Because this steadily reduces the risk to which the insurer is exposed, then premiums are also cheaper than the constant sum assured under a level <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/term+life+insurance+policy" rel="tag">term <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/life+insurance+policy" rel="tag">life insurance policy</a></a>. Perfectly adequate protection for the repayment mortgage continues to be ensured, however, since the outstanding balance on the mortgage debt will be decreasing at a similar rate.<br><br>An important point to remember about life insurance is that it is cheaper the earlier you start -- i.e. the younger you are. Although your age will provide another route to securing low cost life insurance, however, this is often a time when there is little spare cash in the young family's budget. If that is the case, however, there is always the option of starting life cover at a cheaper rate and steadily increasing the premiums and cover as the family's income increases over time. The choice, then, would be for increasing term life insurance, where premiums and the cover assured will increase by predetermined increments each year that the policy runs.<br><br>On a similar theme, you might have the intention some time in the future of taking advantage of using life insurance as a long-term investment opportunity by way of a whole-of-life or endowment policy. Although this could prove too costly on your present income, it would nevertheless be possible to buy convertible term life insurance that can be converted into the desired whole-of-life or endowment policy at the end of the current term, generally without having to submit further medical reports.<br><br>Though many of the products currently available are already -- almost by definition low cost life insurance -- there are a number of options for making the immediate premiums still more affordable. By starting at an early age you will gain yourself a head start, with cost-effective premiums and still reserve the options for increasing your overall level of cover slightly later in life, when your circumstances allow.<bio>David Thomson is Chief Executive of BestDealInsurance an independent specialist broker dedicated to providing their clients with the best deal on their <a href="http://www.bestdealinsurance.co.uk/life/">life insurance</a>, critical illness cover and home and motor insurance.</bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Term Verses Whole Life --  It Pays</title>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 11 Feb 2007 22:27:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>life insurance policies</category><category>decreasing term life insurance</category><category>whole life insurance</category><category>term life insurance</category><category>life insurance policy</category><category>life insurance protection</category><category>whole life insurance policies</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/term-verses-whole-life-it-pays</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[You have made a wise, responsible decision when you have decided to purchase a life insurance policy.  Life insurance can be an expensive purchase, too; because of this, many people choose not to pay for something they are not required to purchase. However, life insurance is important to both you]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[You have made a wise, responsible decision when you have decided to purchase a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/life+insurance+policy" rel="tag">life insurance policy</a>. <br /><br /> Life insurance can be an expensive purchase, too; because of this, many people choose not to pay for something they are not required to purchase. However, life insurance is important to both you and your beneficiary. <br /><br /> There are two basic kinds of life insurance -- <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/term+life+insurance" rel="tag">term life insurance</a> and <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/whole+life+insurance" rel="tag">whole life insurance</a>. There are also different kinds of term and whole <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/life+insurance+policies" rel="tag">life insurance policies</a>, which means potential policyholders have a variety of options. <br /><br /> Therefore, consider doing a little research on the different kinds of life insurance policies, and purchase the one that best suits your needs, as well as the needs of your beneficiaries. <br /><br /> Term life insurance policies: <br /><br /> • Are pure life insurance, meaning they normally do not offer any other benefits other than death benefits. <br /><br /> • Offer <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/life+insurance+protection" rel="tag">life insurance protection</a> for a specified amount of time. <br /><br /> • Are generally less expensive than any other kind of life insurance policy. <br /><br /> • Can be purchased as level term life insurance policies, which offer the same death benefit the entire duration of the policy, or <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/decreasing+term+life+insurance" rel="tag">decreasing term life insurance</a> policies, which offer death benefits that decrease each year over the duration of the policy. <br /><br /> • May be purchased as "return of premium" policies, which means the policyholder will receive all or a portion of the premium paid over the course of the policy. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/whole+life+insurance+policies" rel="tag">Whole life insurance policies</a>: <br /><br /> • Offer not only life insurance coverage, but provide a savings component as well. <br /><br /> • Offer life insurance protection for the rest of the policyholder's life. <br /><br /> • Are generally more expensive than term life insurance policies. <br /><br /> • Can be used as estate planning tools. <br /><br /> • Can be purchased as traditional whole life insurance policies, universal whole life insurance policies, or variable universal whole life insurance policies, which gives the policyholder a wider range of options from which to choose.   <bio><a href="http://www.ezquoteguide.com" >http://www.ezquoteguide.com</a> Term Verses Whole Life -- When It Comes to Life Insurance It Pays <a href="http://www.myquoteguide.com/life-senior.shtml" >http://www.myquoteguide.com/life-senior.shtml</a> Budget life insurance for seniors </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Five Features You May Not Be Familiar With Regarding Term Life Insurance</title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 24 Mar 2008 17:15:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>term life insurance policy</category><category>life insurance policy</category><category>term life insurance</category><category>life insurance policies</category><category>whole life insurance</category><category>decreasing term life insurance</category><category>insurance term life</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/five-features-you-may-not-be-familiar-with-regarding-term-life-insurance</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ Term life insurance provides a great amount of protection against the death of an individual, but only for a given period of time. This is one of the best possibilities for insurance coverage if you are simply looking for coverage on a short term basis for your family. There are a number of]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/term+life+insurance" rel="tag">Term life insurance</a> provides a great amount of protection against the death of an individual, but only for a given period of time. This is one of the best possibilities for insurance coverage if you are simply looking for coverage on a short term basis for your family. There are a number of positive features associated with term life insurance that offer a great deal of freedom to the person who is insured, allowing them to feel more protected and to have more peace of mind. <br /><br /> Families who are looking for insurance coverage on a short-term basis can certainly benefit from term life insurance. <br /><br /> Below Are Some of the Important Features associated With Term <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/life+insurance+policies" rel="tag">Life Insurance Policies</a> <br /><br /> Convertibility of Term Life Insurance - <br /><br /> In most term life insurance policies, the policy offers convertibility from the original <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/term+life+insurance+policy" rel="tag">term <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/life+insurance+policy" rel="tag">life insurance policy</a></a> into an individual universal, whole life term, or annual renewable insurance policy. This can be applied in most if not all of the United States. This convertibility provides the facility for the person who is being insured to change from the original term life insurance policy into a policy that will last for a long-term basis, such as an individual <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/whole+life+insurance" rel="tag">whole life insurance</a> policy or an annual renewable life insurance policy. Find out more regarding term life insurance by visiting <a href="http://mlizcochico.blogspot.com/2008/01/ensure-your-future.html" >http://mlizcochico.blogspot.com/2008/01/ensure-your-future.html</a>. <br /><br /> Decreased Term of Term Life Insurance - <br /><br /> Term life insurance is always available with a decreasing term. The good part about <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/decreasing+term+life+insurance" rel="tag">decreasing term life insurance</a> is that the premium will always remain the same even when the face value is reducing every year. This is actually a good choice for term life insurance when compared to other life insurance policies. If you live through the entire term of the life insurance, this may not benefit you however because the value will continue to drop until your death or until the term ends. <br /><br /> Changes in Premium for Term Life Insurance - <br /><br /> The premium of your term life insurance policy may either increase or decrease based on your proposed earnings, tenancy, disbursals and mortality. The state authority actually has the right to increase or decrease your premium up to a predefined level. It is a good thing that the premium level may be changed based on your insurance policy. <br /><br /> Term Life Insurance Policies are Renewable - <br /><br /> Term life insurance policies are renewable, no matter how many years they are initially taken out for. These renewable term life insurance policies make it possible for the insured person to carry on with their current policy with all of the benefits. Once the term life insurance benefits expire, you can usually renew the same policy with the same premiums and rates. <br /><br /> Term Life Insurance Rider Facilities - <br /><br /> Term life insurance policies provide term rider facilities for children and for spouses. It is important that you get a term rider facility for any child who is not yet eighteen years old. Riders for your spouse are usually available for as many as a twenty year period as well. Term rider facilities are typically available for an additional premium on top of whatever premium you are already paying for your term life insurance. Learn more about term life insurance by checking out <a href="http://bestofavee.com/2008/01/be-insured-get-life-insurance-now.html" >http://bestofavee.com/2008/01/be-insured-get-life-insurance-now.html</a>. <br /><br /> Term rider facilities will convert your insurance to individual whole life insurance to take care of your spouse and your child. The term life insurance concept is outstanding security for your entire family if you are looking for a short term alternative. Term life insurance is an excellent product because it is quite flexible in nature, and for this reason, term life insurance has always been viewed as one of the best options for life insurance coverage.   <bio>Sharon Taylor is an expert life insurance writer and frequent contributor to <a href="http://www.equote.com" >http://www.equote.com</a> eQUOTE Life Insurance. eQUOTE is a leading Internet resource for life insurance prices, quotes and comprehensive life insurance resource information.  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>How To Quickly Find The Best Term Life Insurance</title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 03 May 2006 00:32:10 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>term life insurance</category><category>life insurance quote</category><category>term life insurance quotes</category><category>term life insurance quote</category><category>life insurance policy</category><category>life insurance policies</category><category>life insurance protection</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-quickly-find-the-best-term-life-insurance</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[The concept of term life insurance is very easy to understand. Term life insurance remains effective for a limited, predetermined time span. A term life insurance holder pays regular premium during the term of his life insurance policy. If the insurance holder dies during the term, death benefits]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[The concept of <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/term+life+insurance" rel="tag">term life insurance</a> is very easy to understand. Term life insurance remains effective for a limited, predetermined time span. A term life insurance holder pays regular premium during the term of his <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/life+insurance+policy" rel="tag">life insurance policy</a>. If the insurance holder dies during the term, death benefits directly go to the beneficiary. <br /><br /> Most of the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/life+insurance+policies" rel="tag">life insurance policies</a> offer variety of options but term life insurance offer only limited flexibility. Additionally, term life insurance does not make any cash value or any residual. After the expiry of term life insurance policy, there is no use of it, you just need to renew it or purchase a new one. <br /><br /> It is also true that options are more readily available with other insurance solutions. Despite simplicity and limitations, term life insurance is still sensible among many customers. <br /><br /> Those who need temporary <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/life+insurance+protection" rel="tag">life insurance protection</a> should prefer term life insurance policy. Some times it happens that an individual is not covered by any life insurance policy due to some reasons, under such circumstances, a term life insurance can fill the gap, protecting the financial interests of their family. If you also need life insurance coverage for a short period, term life insurance comes in picture. <br /><br /> Term life insurance is mostly meant for young working people with families. You can quickly find the best term <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/life+insurance+quote" rel="tag">life insurance quote</a> using Internet. While searching for online <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/term+life+insurance+quotes" rel="tag"><a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/term+life+insurance+quote" rel="tag">term life insurance quote</a>s</a> you should keep some points in mind like the premium to be paid, term of the insurance, term life insurance rate, authenticity of the company etc. You can find affordable term life insurance by searching online life insurance companies. By comparing life insurance policies of different companies you can find the best term life insurance policy suitable for you. Life insurance is a must for all of us. Do not postpone it any more. Get a new life insurance. Good luck.   <bio>We have gathered all life insurance info you need to know on one source. Find it only on <a href="<a href="http://www.leandernet.com">http://www.leandernet.com</a>/Life_insurance/Life_insurance.php"><a href="http://www.leandernet.com">http://www.leandernet.com</a>/Life_insurance/Life_insurance.php.</a>. All about life insurance on LeanderNet - <a href="http://www.leandernet.com">http://www.leandernet.com</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>How To Get Cheap Life Insurance To Cover Your Mortgage</title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 29 Jan 2008 06:15:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>mortgage life insurance</category><category>decreasing term insurance</category><category>level term insurance</category><category>obtaining insurance</category><category>mortgage balance</category><category>insurer</category><category>decreases</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-get-cheap-life-insurance-to-cover-your-mortgage</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ Mortgage life insurance provides financial protection specifically for your mortgage. In the event of your death, the cover pays the policy sum assured which should equal the outstanding balance of your mortgage, ensuring that your family can remain living in the home.  Since you're already paying]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/mortgage+life+insurance" rel="tag">Mortgage life insurance</a> provides financial protection specifically for your mortgage. In the event of your death, the cover pays the policy sum assured which should equal the outstanding balance of your mortgage, ensuring that your family can remain living in the home. <br /><br /> Since you're already paying for the mortgage you may feel that the extra expense of mortgage life insurance is too much, but in fact it's possible to get discounts that make this insurance much more affordable. <br /><br /> Don't Buy Mortgage Life Insurance from Your Lender <br /><br /> Your lender will strongly recommend that you take out mortgage life insurance, and just as strongly suggest you obtain your insurance from them or an appointed representative. However, shopping around and choosing an independent <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/insurer" rel="tag">insurer</a> is very often the most effective way of reducing the costs of any type of insurance. <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/obtaining+insurance" rel="tag">Obtaining insurance</a> from your lender may be slightly more convenient, but this convenience comes at a price. <br /><br /> Level Term and <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/decreasing+term+insurance" rel="tag">Decreasing Term Insurance</a> <br /><br /> Decreasing term insurance is typically less expensive than <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/level+term+insurance" rel="tag">level term insurance</a>, because in the former case the amount you are insured for <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/decreases" rel="tag">decreases</a> as the amount of your outstanding <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/mortgage+balance" rel="tag">mortgage balance</a> decreases. Level term cover, on the other hand, provides a fixed sum in the event of a claim, regardless of your outstanding balance. <br /><br /> Choosing a decreasing term policy can save you a few extra pounds each month; however it's best to get quotes for both products before deciding between the two. If the difference between the two quotes is minimal, level term insurance is worth getting because it means that in the event of a claim there may be money left over for your family after the mortgage is paid. <br /><br /> Joint Policies <br /><br /> If you and your partner jointly own the home and the mortgage, it's also worthwhile getting quotes for a joint policy and for two separate policies. A joint policy is not always cheaper, but it costs you nothing to find out, and getting quotes for both will help you to be aware of your options. One point to bear in mind though - if a joint policy pays out on the death of one policyholder, the plan will cease and the survivor could be left without cover (unless a continuation option is selected). <br /><br /> Health Matters <br /><br /> Just as with any other kind of life insurance policy, your health and lifestyle play an important role in determining how much you pay. If you're a smoker, overweight, have a high-risk job or hobby, or a medical condition such as high cholesterol or diabetes, you can expect to pay higher premiums. <br /><br /> Your health is so influential that it's worth reviewing your policy if your health improves substantially in comparison to when you first obtained it. Smoking and obesity, in particular, increase the costs of life insurance by 50% or more, so it's worth going through the application process again if you know you're eligible for substantial savings. <br /><br /> Choosing a Policy <br /><br /> When it comes to mortgage life insurance, choosing the best policy really can be as simple as choosing the cheapest one. Mortgage life insurance has no investment value and once you've made the decision between level term and decreasing term, your other decisions are typically based purely on the cost of premiums. <br /><br /> To get the cheapest premiums it's usually best to work with an insurance broker rather than doing the legwork of getting quotes yourself. Choose your broker carefully as some offer rebates or discounts that can make your policy even cheaper.   <bio>For more tips on keeping your life insurance costs down or to get a quote comparing multiple insurers at discounted rates, log on to <a href="http://www.life-saver.co.uk/discounted-mortgage-life-insurance-quotes.html" >http://www.life-saver.co.uk/discounted-mortgage-life-insurance-quotes.html</a>.  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Cheap Term Life Insurance - Lowering Those Rates</title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 13 Apr 2006 04:00:05 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>term life insurance</category><category>cheap term life insurance</category><category>saving money</category><category>premiums</category><category>value for money</category><category>amount of money</category><category>quit smoking</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/cheap-term-life-insurance-lowering-those-rates</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Term Life Insurance is insurance that covers you for a specific period of time only. As such, it is already one of the cheaper forms of Life Insurance. Here are a few ways to get even more value for money on your Term Life Insurance.  First of all, look after yourself. Staying in good health will]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/term+life+insurance" rel="tag">Term Life Insurance</a> is insurance that covers you for a specific period of time only. As such, it is already one of the cheaper forms of Life Insurance. Here are a few ways to get even more <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/value+for+money" rel="tag">value for money</a> on your Term Life Insurance. <br /><br /> First of all, look after yourself. Staying in good health will have a dramatic effect on your <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/premiums" rel="tag">premiums</a>. <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/quit+smoking" rel="tag">Quit smoking</a>, exercise frequently, and make sure that you eat well. You'll feel better, and so will your wallet. <br /><br /> Term Life Insurance is increasingly being looked at as the best way to go with Life Insurance, as premiums are low compared to previous years, and there is the option to lock in the same premium for the duration of the policy. Choosing an appropriate value for your policy can be the first step to <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/saving+money" rel="tag">saving money</a>, obviously if you want to insure yourself for millions of dollars, the premiums are going to be very steep indeed. Look at your family's situation and try to chose an amount that will leave them comfortable, but not break the bank whilst you're still alive. <br /><br /> There are also various types of Term Life Insurance which cost varying amounts. You'll have to pay a little more if you want a policy that is renewable at the end of the term, or if you want to ensure that your premiums stay the same. If you're prepared to take a cut in the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/amount+of+money" rel="tag">amount of money</a> that is paid out when you die, decreasing term life insurance means that you wont' experience a rise in premiums as you age, but the pay out upon death will steadily decrease. This may make sense if you want the policy to cover an expense that will decrease with time, like a mortgage or other other loan. <br /><br /> Of course the most important step you must take to secure <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/cheap+term+life+insurance" rel="tag">cheap Term Life Insurance</a> is to shop around. The Internet offers a myriad of insurance options, and very often comparative features as well. Take your time when selecting a provider, there is healthy competition out there and now is an excellent time to be getting a policy that will serve your family in good stead.   About The Author: View our recommended source for insruance quotes and information <a href="http://www.ezquoteguide.com">http://www.ezquoteguide.com.</a>. They are powered by the largest network of brokers online. ]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Term Life Insurance - Fables And Reality Part 1</title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 09 Feb 2007 04:27:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>term life insurance</category><category>buy term life insurance</category><category>life insurance term</category><category>independent life insurance</category><category>life insurance premiums</category><category>price term life insurance</category><category>cheapest life insurance</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/term-life-insurance-fables-and-reality-part-1</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Term life insurance has many advantages. Many people don't bother to insure themselves because of misunderstandings about what term life insurance can do for them. Let's examine some of the major reasons why people hesitate to buy term life insurance or indeed any type of life insurance.  Term Life]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/term+life+insurance" rel="tag">Term life insurance</a> has many advantages. Many people don't bother to insure themselves because of misunderstandings about what term life insurance can do for them. Let's examine some of the major reasons why people hesitate to <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/buy+term+life+insurance" rel="tag">buy term life insurance</a> or indeed any type of life insurance. <br /><br /> Term Life Insurance Fable #1: <br /><br /> They work at home: Home workers still have to replace a paycheck and cover expenses in the event of death. They also still have to consider childcare and their children's future education. Add the chance of long term injury because accidents can still happen at home meaning you should also look at disability insurance along with your term life insurance. <br /><br /> Term Life Insurance Fable #2: <br /><br /> They are young and healthy: The absolute best time to buy insurance is when you are young and healthy. The term <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/life+insurance+premiums" rel="tag">life insurance premiums</a> are cheap and lets face it, someday you will need it. The reason for term life insurance is to insure yourself against the worst-case scenario at the lowest possible price. <br /><br /> Term Life Insurance Fable #3: <br /><br /> The mortgage is paid and the children are gone: Term life insurance needs vary, but chances increase, as you get older, of losing a spouse. Again you have to look at loss of income. Also at this stage of life you have to be concerned about your estate. You will have to name beneficiaries with a Will and prepare for death taxes. As with many problems, money can be answer and one way to make sure you leave enough to provide for your family, is with term life insurance. <br /><br /> The Case For Term Life Insurance <br /><br /> When constructing a solid financial base, term life insurance is always a good investment because of its low cost. Consult your <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/independent+life+insurance" rel="tag">independent life insurance</a> broker to see where you need coverage and how you can meet your financial goals through term life insurance.  <bio>Ivon T. Hughes of The Hughes Trustco Group is the author of the Life Insurance Handbook: How To Get The Best andamp; <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/cheapest+life+insurance" rel="tag">Cheapest Life Insurance</a> available FREE to all new subscribers at: <a href="http://www.hughestrustco.com" >http://www.hughestrustco.com</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>How To Compare Life Insurance</title>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 02 Jun 2007 02:19:59 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>mortgage life insurance</category><category>mortgage protection</category><category>mortgage balance</category><category>which means that</category><category>period of time</category><category>assured</category><category>quotes</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-compare-life-insurance</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ The easiest and cheapest way to buy your life insurance is to buy online, not only do you get access to hundreds of online insurance companies, but you can also check them out and get quotes online to compare for the best deal. However in order to be able to compare quotes you have to know what]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ The easiest and cheapest way to buy your life insurance is to buy online, not only do you get access to hundreds of online insurance companies, but you can also check them out and get <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/quotes" rel="tag">quotes</a> online to compare for the best deal. However in order to be able to compare quotes you have to know what you are looking for. Here is some help and advice on how to compare life insurance. <br /><br /> The two most popular levels of life insurance are fixed term life cover and mortgage life cover. <br /><br /> Fixed term life cover will pay out a lump sum over a fixed <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/period+of+time" rel="tag">period of time</a> should you die within the period of time that is specified as the term of the policy, the amount of the cover remains fixed throughout the term of the policy. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/mortgage+life+insurance" rel="tag">Mortgage life insurance</a> is a decreasing policy which decreases each year in line with the amount of your <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/mortgage+balance" rel="tag">mortgage balance</a> and can be referred to as <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/mortgage+protection" rel="tag">mortgage protection</a>. As long as the initial sum and the term of the mortgage are the same at the outset then should the insured person die there will be enough to cover the mortgage as long as the rate of interest hasn't risen above 12% per annum. <br /><br /> Whichever form of protection you choose to take; there are some factors which remain the same for both policies. <br /><br /> The minimum that you can be <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/assured" rel="tag">assured</a> for if you are under the age of 40 is =A330,000 and the minimum if you are over the age of 40 is =A320,000. Usually the maximum amount you can be assured for is =A32 million. <br /><br /> Both of the policies can be taken out as single life or joint life and there is no surrender terms of the policy, <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/which+means+that" rel="tag">which means that</a> there is no payout if you don't die.   <bio>David Thomson is Chief Executive of BestDealInsurance (<a href="http://www.bestdealinsurance.co.uk" >http://www.bestdealinsurance.co.uk</a>) an independent specialist broker dedicated to providing their clients with the best deal on their home, motor and life insurance.   </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>What is Life Assurance</title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 11 Sep 2008 03:08:36 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>life assurance company</category><category>lump sum benefit</category><category>sudden decline</category><category>time death</category><category>purists</category><category>untimely death</category><category>dependents</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/what-is-life-assurance</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Most people who are married or who have any dependents would be horrified by the thought of their untimely death leaving their family with hefty bills to pay, an outstanding mortgage to struggle to meet, or a sudden decline in their standard of living. Life assurance -- which guarantees an agreed]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Most people who are married or who have any <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/dependents" rel="tag">dependents</a> would be horrified by the thought of their <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/untimely+death" rel="tag">untimely death</a> leaving their family with hefty bills to pay, an outstanding mortgage to struggle to meet, or a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/sudden+decline" rel="tag">sudden decline</a> in their standard of living. Life assurance -- which guarantees an agreed <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/lump+sum+benefit" rel="tag">lump sum benefit</a> in the event of the policy holder's death -- is designed to take the sting out of just such worries.<br><br>You will probably have noticed this type of insurance variously described as life insurance or life assurance and you might have wondered why. The reason for the distinction -- which these days is often blurred -- arises from the fact that insurance is about the risk of something happening. Death, on the other hand, is the one certainty that all of us can count on as happening at some time. The description life assurance, therefore, was coined for the contract under which a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/life+assurance+company" rel="tag">life assurance company</a> agreed to pay out an assured sum upon the policy holder's death.<br><br>To add a little more confusion to the picture, most life assurance sold today takes the form of term life assurance. With term life assurance, cover is extended for a predetermined number of years and if the policy holder dies within that period, the assured lump sum is indeed paid. If the policy holder survives the agreed term, however, then no benefit at all is paid. It could be argued that this arrangement is indeed life insurance, since the risk is being taken whether or not the policy holder will die within the term of the insurance. <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/purists" rel="tag">Purists</a> might argue, therefore, that the label "life assurance" should be reserved for something called whole-of-life assurance which pays a lump sum to the policy holder's beneficiaries at whatever <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/time+death" rel="tag">time death</a> occurs.<br><br>Suffice it to say that the terms life assurance and life insurance are, in common usage, practically interchangeable. As noted, whole-of-life assurance will almost always pay out, so its premiums tend to be somewhat higher than standard term life assurance. Whole-of-life assurance is also generally packaged with an investment plan, designed to enhance the final payout, and this too increases the price of the premiums.<br><br>Standard term life assurance, however, remains remarkably cheap. Indeed, it is one of the few products in any market which has actually come down in price over the past decade. The level of benefits payable under a term life assurance policy are directly proportional to the level of premiums paid, so it is very much a question of choice as to how much protection is bought. It also comes in a number of different types, to suit a variety of personal circumstances.<br><br>The most popular variation is level term life assurance. It is called level term because the assured lump sum benefit remains the same throughout the insured term. Decreasing term life assurance, on the other hand and just as its name suggests, offers a decreasing death benefit during the course of the term. With a steadily decreasing sum at risk, the life assurance company can charge an even lower premium, making this the ideal choice for someone who wishes to ensure that a standard repayment mortgage (on which the balance is also steadily decreasing) is fully paid off in the event of their death. For those who want to build in some degree of increasing benefit, there is either increasing term life assurance (with the lump sum benefit increasing by predetermined annual increments) or index-linked term life assurance (where the benefit payable increases in line with inflation).<bio>David Thomson is Chief Executive of BestDealInsurance an independent specialist broker dedicated to providing their clients with the best deal on their <a href="http://www.bestdealinsurance.co.uk/life/">life insurance</a>, critical illness cover and home and motor insurance.</bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>The Truth About Term Life Insurance With No Exam</title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 09 Feb 2007 18:27:08 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>term life insurance</category><category>life insurance company</category><category>life insurance companies</category><category>life insurance companys</category><category>life insurance policies</category><category>contact</category><category>medical exam</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-truth-about-term-life-insurance-with-no-exam</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[You may be surprised -- some of you pleasantly surprised -- to find out that not all tem life insurance companies require potential policyholder's to undergo a medical exam. That's right; you can get term life insurance with no exam. Not that there are term life insurance companies out there offering]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[You may be surprised -- some of you pleasantly surprised -- to find out that not all tem <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/life+insurance+companies" rel="tag">life insurance companies</a> require potential policyholder's to undergo a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/medical+exam" rel="tag">medical exam</a>. That's right; you can get <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/term+life+insurance" rel="tag">term life insurance</a> with no exam. Not that there are term life insurance companies out there offering term <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/life+insurance+policies" rel="tag">life insurance policies</a> with no medical exams, but, there are some out there. <br /><br /> Whether or not you are going to be able to get term life insurance with no exam really depends on the term <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/life+insurance+company" rel="tag">life insurance company</a> from which you want to purchase your term life insurance policy. Each term life insurance company requires, or does not require, its potential policyholders to undergo a medical exam based on that particular term life insurance company's underwriting process. For example, some fly-by-night term life insurance company's may try to lure customers by boasting the fact that they offer term life insurance with no exam. At the same time, longstanding and reputable term life insurance companies may offer term life insurance with no exam to potential policyholders of a certain age who wish to purchase a certain amount of term life insurance. <br /><br /> So, if you are seeking term life insurance with no exam, you simply need to <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/contact" rel="tag">contact</a> several different term life insurance companies and ask about their underwriting processes as far as medical exams are concerned. Always research the term life insurance company before purchasing anything. <br /><br /> Whether or not a term life insurance company requires a full medical exam, most term life insurance companies do require a blood sample and/or urine sample. These samples are used to determine the kinds of medical conditions you have, whether or not you know about them, therefore allowing the term life insurance company to decipher the kind of risk they face if they insure you. Blood and urine samples are also used to find out what kinds of medications -- prescription, over-the-counter, and illegal -- you take.   <bio><a href="http://www.ezquoteguide.com" >http://www.ezquoteguide.com</a> <a href="http://www.myquoteguide.com/life-senior.shtml" >http://www.myquoteguide.com/life-senior.shtml</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>The Truth About Term Life Insurance With No Exam</title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 12 Feb 2008 13:20:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>term life insurance</category><category>life insurance company</category><category>term life insurance policy</category><category>life insurance companies</category><category>life insurance policies</category><category>life insurance policy</category><category>fly by night</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-truth-about-term-life-insurance-with-no-exam</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ You may be surprised =96 some of you pleasantly surprised =96 to find out that not all tem life insurance companies require potential policyholder's to undergo a medical exam. That's right; you can get term life insurance with no exam. Not that there are term life insurance companies out there]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ You may be surprised =96 some of you pleasantly surprised =96 to find out that not all tem <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/life+insurance+companies" rel="tag">life insurance companies</a> require potential policyholder's to undergo a medical exam. That's right; you can get <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/term+life+insurance" rel="tag">term life insurance</a> with no exam. Not that there are term life insurance companies out there offering term <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/life+insurance+policies" rel="tag">life insurance policies</a> with no medical exams, but, there are some out there. <br /><br /> Whether or not you are going to be able to get term life insurance with no exam really depends on the term <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/life+insurance+company" rel="tag">life insurance company</a> from which you want to purchase your <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/term+life+insurance+policy" rel="tag">term <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/life+insurance+policy" rel="tag">life insurance policy</a></a>. Each term life insurance company requires, or does not require, its potential policyholders to undergo a medical exam based on that particular term life insurance company's underwriting process. For example, some fly-by-night term life insurance company's may try to lure customers by boasting the fact that they offer term life insurance with no exam. At the same time, longstanding and reputable term life insurance companies may offer term life insurance with no exam to potential policyholders of a certain age who wish to purchase a certain amount of term life insurance. <br /><br /> So, if you are seeking term life insurance with no exam, you simply need to contact several different term life insurance companies and ask about their underwriting processes as far as medical exams are concerned. Always research the term life insurance company before purchasing anything. <br /><br /> Whether or not a term life insurance company requires a full medical exam, most term life insurance companies do require a blood sample and/or urine sample. These samples are used to determine the kinds of medical conditions you have, whether or not you know about them, therefore allowing the term life insurance company to decipher the kind of risk they face if they insure you. Blood and urine samples are also used to find out what kinds of medications =96 prescription, over-the-counter, and illegal =96 you take.   <bio><a href="http://www.ezquoteguide.com" >http://www.ezquoteguide.com</a> <a href="http://www.myquoteguide.com/life-senior.shtml" >http://www.myquoteguide.com/life-senior.shtml</a>  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>How To Buy Term Life Insurance</title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 08 Oct 2007 12:20:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>life insurance policy</category><category>term life insurance</category><category>life insurance policies</category><category>life insurance companies</category><category>permanent life insurance</category><category>buy term life insurance</category><category>life insurance coverage</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-buy-term-life-insurance</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ Life insurance is an important purchase, and one you shouldn't jump into without a little knowledge. Of course, you know that. Why else are you trying to find out how to buy term life insurance? And, since you are reading this, chances are you've already decided, or are close to deciding, that]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ Life insurance is an important purchase, and one you shouldn't jump into without a little knowledge. Of course, you know that. Why else are you trying to find out how to buy <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/term+life+insurance" rel="tag">term life insurance</a>? And, since you are reading this, chances are you've already decided, or are close to deciding, that term life insurance is for you. <br /><br /> Before you call a term life insurance agent and actually buy your term <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/life+insurance+policy" rel="tag">life insurance policy</a>, take the following tips and advice into consideration. <br /><br /> Buy your term life insurance policy as early as possible. The earlier you purchase a term life insurance policy, the better. <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/life+insurance+companies" rel="tag">Life insurance companies</a> view older individuals as more risky to insure than younger individuals. So, buy early and get cheaper term life insurance policy rates. <br /><br /> Seriously consider how long you need or want <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/life+insurance+coverage" rel="tag">life insurance coverage</a>. Term <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/life+insurance+policies" rel="tag">life insurance policies</a> usually run from five to 30 years. You may not want coverage for 30 years; at the same time, some insurance companies offer premium discounts if you purchase a longer-lasting term life insurance policy. Weigh your options. <br /><br /> Ask about renewal procedures. Life insurance companies vary on their term life insurance policy renewal procedures. Some increase your policy premiums at annual renewal term (each year), and some offer fixed premiums for a certain number of years. Others either provide a schedule payment with the possibility of hitting the maximum premium payment per year, while there are companies that require you to prove your good health in order to renew (this usually happens at re-entry dates). Find out what you're getting yourself into before you choose a particular term life insurance policy. <br /><br /> Keep your options open. There are term life insurance policies that can be converted to <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/permanent+life+insurance" rel="tag">permanent life insurance</a> policies. You might not be interested in permanent life insurance now (especially since you're reading up on term life insurance), but you may change your mind in the future.   <bio><a href="http://www.ezquoteguide.com" >http://www.ezquoteguide.com</a> Low Rate Term Life Insurance Quotes <a href="http://www.myquoteguide.com/Term-Pros.shtml" >http://www.myquoteguide.com/Term-Pros.shtml</a> Term Life Insurance Quotes and Information  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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