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				<title>Group Life Insurance - Is It Worth It?</title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 02 Feb 2007 02:27:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>group life insurance</category><category>life insurance policy</category><category>life insurance plan</category><category>life insurance policies</category><category>own life insurance</category><category>disability insurance policy</category><category>group disability insurance</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/group-life-insurance-is-it-worth-it</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Group life insurance is a policy that insures employees for group life insurance, disability insurance and other coverages. Many jobs offer this coverage to their employees, which helps them to receive benefits without any large cost to themselves. What exactly does this benefit bring and is worth]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/group+life+insurance" rel="tag">Group life insurance</a> is a policy that insures employees for group life insurance, disability insurance and other coverages. Many jobs offer this coverage to their employees, which helps them to receive benefits without any large cost to themselves. What exactly does this benefit bring and is worth it? <br /><br /> Why Do Employers Offer Group Life Insurance? <br /><br /> One of the reasons this policy works for your employer is because it can reduce employee sick leave by providing rapid medical attention. This ensures speedy recovery from illnesses and lets you, the employee, focus more on his or her job. <br /><br /> How Does Group Life Insurance Work For The Employee? <br /><br /> The main benefit is the money saved by not taking a private <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/life+insurance+plan" rel="tag">life insurance plan</a> to cover all the benefits. The savings aspect is doubled when you receive the group life insurance plan free or at a discounted rate. <br /><br /> Is Group Life Insurance Permanent? <br /><br /> It is permanent as long as the company is in business. But if you leave, are fired or the business shuts down, you only have 30 days to convert to a whole life policy which is much more expensive. And that's another reason to have your own cheap <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/life+insurance+policy" rel="tag">life insurance policy</a>. <br /><br /> What Health Procedures Does Group Life Insurance Cover? <br /><br /> Although group <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/life+insurance+policies" rel="tag">life insurance policies</a> vary , there are some basic coverages they provide including: <br /><br /> Group Life Insurance <br /><br /> Group Health Insurance <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/group+disability+insurance" rel="tag">Group Disability Insurance</a> <br /><br /> Group Critical Illness Insurance <br /><br /> It is advisable to read your group life insurance policy thoroughly to understand what other coverage may be included. <br /><br /> What Options Do You Have To Taking Group Life Insurance? <br /><br /> The biggest alternative to group life insurance is to have your <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/own+life+insurance" rel="tag">own life insurance</a> policies. When you are insured through group life insurance the policy is not owned by you completely. When you change jobs you will have to requalify for your group life insurance and possibly face higher premiums. Therefore, it is a good idea to have your own term life and <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/disability+insurance+policy" rel="tag">disability insurance policy</a>; however since it is free or low cost, it never hurts to participate in group 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; Cheapest Life Insurance 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>Lowest Life Insurance Rate -- Consider Group Insurance</title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 04 Sep 2006 04:27:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>group life insurance</category><category>life insurance policy</category><category>life insurance benefits</category><category>health insurance benefits</category><category>life insurance rate</category><category>individual life insurance</category><category>life insurance costs</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/lowest-life-insurance-rate-consider-group-insurance</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Everyone knows that one of the main perks of a job, if not the main perk of a job, is the insurance it provides. In fact, many people choose a job based on the insurance benefits, and some even leave a job if it does not provide adequate insurance benefits and search for one that does.  When we]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Everyone knows that one of the main perks of a job, if not the main perk of a job, is the insurance it provides. In fact, many people choose a job based on the insurance benefits, and some even leave a job if it does not provide adequate insurance benefits and search for one that does. <br /><br /> When we think about the insurance benefits provided by our jobs, we first think of <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+benefits" rel="tag">health insurance benefits</a>. The health insurance benefits offered by our jobs are usually pretty decent deals because we can get them through group health insurance. However, what some of us neglect to consider is getting <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/life+insurance+benefits" rel="tag">life insurance benefits</a> through our jobs; in other words, getting a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/life+insurance+policy" rel="tag">life insurance policy</a> through <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/group+life+insurance" rel="tag">group life insurance</a>. If this is an option for you, it could help you get the lowest <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/life+insurance+rate" rel="tag">life insurance rate</a> possible for you. <br /><br /> Group life insurance is often less expensive than <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/individual+life+insurance" rel="tag">individual life insurance</a> because the group <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/life+insurance+costs" rel="tag">life insurance costs</a> are subsidized. When buying into a group life insurance policy, sometimes you don't have to submit to a medical exam, which is good news for those people who are in poor health, or have pre-existing health conditions. Plus, if you purchase an individual life insurance policy, you could possibly be taxed for the amount of money it took to pay your rates for the year, i.e., the government views the money you paid for your individual life insurance policy as taxable income. Who wants to pay more expensive premiums for life insurance, only to turn around and be charged for what was paid? <br /><br /> So, if you are considering purchasing a life insurance policy, check with your employer to find out about the company's group life insurance benefits. Because it's group insurance, and because you may not have to have a medical exam, a group life insurance policy may help you get the lowest life insurance rate available for you.   <bio><a href="http://www.myquoteguide.com/High-Risk-Home.shtml" >http://www.myquoteguide.com/High-Risk-Home.shtml</a>  <a href="http://www.ezquoteguide.com/home" >http://www.ezquoteguide.com/home</a>  <a href="http://www.ezquoteguide.com/car" >http://www.ezquoteguide.com/car</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Mortgage Life Insurance Broker - Why You Need One</title>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 03 Feb 2007 20:27:09 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>mortgage life insurance</category><category>life insurance broker</category><category>independent mortgage</category><category>life insurance policies</category><category>life insurance companies</category><category>mortgage insurance</category><category>compare prices</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/mortgage-life-insurance-broker-why-you-need-one</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[For those people who can't afford the 20% down for their home, the lender will require you to carry mortgage life insurance to protect them in case you become unable to pay. For this situation, the mortgage life insurance is owned by the bank, not by you. You are paying for life insurance on your]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[For those people who can't afford the 20% down for their home, the lender will require you to carry <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/mortgage+life+insurance" rel="tag">mortgage life insurance</a> to protect them in case you become unable to pay. For this situation, the mortgage life insurance is owned by the bank, not by you. You are paying for life insurance on your life for the benefit of the bank. It is not for your benefit when offered at the time of signing the final papers. When this time comes, there are a few pieces of information you should be aware of. This is why it is advised that you get the services of an <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/independent+mortgage" rel="tag">independent mortgage</a> <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/life+insurance+broker" rel="tag">life insurance broker</a>. <br /><br /> Mortgage Life Insurance - Different Types <br /><br /> Group and individual <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/mortgage+insurance" rel="tag">mortgage insurance</a> are two different types of mortgage <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/life+insurance+policies" rel="tag">life insurance policies</a>. With group mortgage life insurance you are covered by a group policy owned by the bank and you have no control over the policy because it is actually owned by the bank. The individual mortgage life insurance you purchase through the mortgage life insurance broker, is your policy, and you have complete control over it. <br /><br /> Independent Mortgage Life Insurance Broker - And Why To Get One <br /><br /> Choose an independent mortgage life insurance broker because they have access to a wide database of information from the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/life+insurance+companies" rel="tag">life insurance companies</a>. This will help you <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/compare+prices" rel="tag">compare prices</a> since premiums vary from institution to institution. By using an independent mortgage life broker you will be able to obtain the best possible coverage at the lowest possible price. <br /><br /> Mortgage Life Insurance Broker -- Which Type of Insurance Best Suits You? <br /><br /> Every person has different needs to consider when purchasing mortgage life insurance apart from the basic protection you want for your mortgage. A personal plan is better because you own it and will best fit your situation. Therefore it is recommended that you compare prices and companies before purchasing any mortgage life insurance.   <bio>Ivon T. Hughes of The Hughes Trustco Group is the author of the Life Insurance Handbook: How To Get The Best and Cheapest Life Insurance 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>What Is Group Insurance And Can I Find It Online?</title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 10 Mar 2008 11:29:59 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>group insurance benefits</category><category>group insurance policies</category><category>college alumni associations</category><category>individual insurance policies</category><category>group health insurance</category><category>sororities and fraternities</category><category>cafeteria plans</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/what-is-group-insurance-and-can-i-find-it-online</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ Group insurance is a plan of health, life, auto, or homeowners insurance that covers a group of people rather than an individual. Group insurance policies are generally more affordable than individual insurance policies because policyholders don't normally pay the full premium. They're usually]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ Group insurance is a plan of health, life, auto, or homeowners insurance that covers a group of people rather than an individual. <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/group+insurance+policies" rel="tag">Group insurance policies</a> are generally more affordable than <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/individual+insurance+policies" rel="tag">individual insurance policies</a> because policyholders don't normally pay the full premium. They're usually only responsible for co-payment. <br /><br /> The easiest way to get group insurance is through your employer. Most employers offer their employees a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/group+health+insurance" rel="tag">group health insurance</a> package, and some offer life, auto, and homeowners insurance coverage, too. In the event you must pay some of the group insurance premium, an employer will normally deduct the amount from payroll. Most employer-sponsored <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/group+insurance+benefits" rel="tag">group insurance benefits</a> are available to a policyholder's family members, too. <br /><br /> You can also obtain group insurance through any clubs, organizations, or associations with which you're affiliated. These include <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/sororities+and+fraternities" rel="tag">sororities and fraternities</a>, <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/college+alumni+associations" rel="tag">college alumni associations</a>, and senior citizen organizations. Some credit companies even offer group insurance as benefits for their cardholders. <br /><br /> It's pretty easy for employers or other organizations to find group insurance online. Actually, they can find group insurance online in basically the same way individuals search for insurance only. Simple visit a search engine, query "employer group insurance" or "group insurance for a small business," and browse the results. Employers can choose from many group insurance options. For example, group health insurance can be managed care, <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/cafeteria+plans" rel="tag">cafeteria plans</a>, or health savings accounts. <br /><br /> The application for employers seeking group insurance is a bit different than the application for individuals seeking insurance. Employers will be required to enter thorough contact information for the business, as well as the type of business, number of employees, and desired deductible and co-pay. <br /><br /> Generally, after the application has been submitted, the information is compiled and a few live insurance agents from a network of agents will contact the employer. These agents have deals for the employer based on the business and employee information submitted. The employer simply chooses the best group insurance policy.   <bio>Recommended sites for low rate insurance <a href="http://ezquoteguide.com/health/" >http://ezquoteguide.com/health/</a> Cheap Group Health Insurance Quotes <a href="http://www.myquoteguide.com/Best-Health.shtml" >http://www.myquoteguide.com/Best-Health.shtml</a> Instant Health Insurance Quotes  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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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>How To Compare Health Insurance Plans And Get Affordable Health Insurance!</title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 04 Jan 2008 06:15:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>adequate health insurance</category><category>health insurance plans</category><category>group health insurance</category><category>health insurance plan</category><category>individual health insurance</category><category>health insurance policy</category><category>affordable health insurance</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-compare-health-insurance-plans-and-get-affordable-health-insurance</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ Everyone needs an adequate health insurance plan; however, in America, everyone doesn't have the same health insurance plan. Actually, the health insurance plan that's available to one person may not be available to another person. One reason this is true is not all health insurance plans are]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ Everyone needs an <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/adequate+health+insurance" rel="tag">adequate health insurance</a> plan; however, in America, everyone doesn't have the same <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+plan" rel="tag">health insurance plan</a>. Actually, the health insurance plan that's available to one person may not be available to another person. One reason this is true is not all <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+plans" rel="tag">health insurance plans</a> are affordable to all people. <br /><br /> There are three practical ways of obtaining a good health insurance plan =96 you just have to compare the health insurance plans and get the most <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/affordable+health+insurance" rel="tag">affordable health insurance</a> for you. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/group+health+insurance" rel="tag">Group Health Insurance</a> <br /><br /> You can obtain an affordable group health insurance plan in a variety of ways. Most employers offer group health insurance plans as benefits to their employees; many of these types of group health insurance plans allow you to add your spouse and your children onto the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+policy" rel="tag">health insurance policy</a>. <br /><br /> Various organizations and associations offer group health insurance plans as benefits to their members. Some businesses, such as credit card companies, offer group health insurance plans as benefits to their customers. <br /><br /> Find out if your employer offers group health insurance. Or, if you belong to any clubs or are associated with a particular business, ask if they offer group health insurance plans. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/individual+health+insurance" rel="tag">Individual Health Insurance</a> <br /><br /> Unfortunately, employers aren't required to offer group health insurance plans to their employees. When this is the case, consider purchasing an individual health insurance plan. With the broad range of health insurance companies specializing in affordable individual plans, you will be able to find a plan that meets your health needs as well as satisfies your budget. <br /><br /> State-sponsored Health Insurance <br /><br /> If you aren't employed, or your employer doesn't offer group health insurance and you can't afford to purchase health insurance otherwise, contact your state's department of insurance for information about state-sponsored health insurance plans. Depending on your income, as well as any other factors your state considers, you and your family members may be eligible for very low-cost or free health insurance.   <bio><a href="http://www.ezquoteguide.com/health/" >http://www.ezquoteguide.com/health/</a> <a href="http://www.ezquoteguide.com/car-new-jersey.shtml" >http://www.ezquoteguide.com/car-new-jersey.shtml</a>  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>How To Compare Health Insurance Plans And Get Affordable Health Insurance!</title>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 24 Feb 2007 08:27:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>health insurance plans</category><category>health insurance plan</category><category>group health insurance</category><category>individual health insurance</category><category>affordable health insurance</category><category>adequate health insurance</category><category>purchase health insurance</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-compare-health-insurance-plans-and-get-affordable-health-insurance</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Everyone needs an adequate health insurance plan; however, in America, everyone doesn't have the same health insurance plan. Actually, the health insurance plan that's available to one person may not be available to another person. One reason this is true is not all health insurance plans are]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Everyone needs an adequate <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+plan" rel="tag">health insurance plan</a>; however, in America, everyone doesn't have the same health insurance plan. Actually, the health insurance plan that's available to one person may not be available to another person. One reason this is true is not all <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+plans" rel="tag">health insurance plans</a> are affordable to all people. <br /><br /> There are three practical ways of obtaining a good health insurance plan -- you just have to compare the health insurance plans and get the most <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/affordable+health+insurance" rel="tag">affordable health insurance</a> for you. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/group+health+insurance" rel="tag">Group Health Insurance</a> <br /><br /> You can obtain an affordable group health insurance plan in a variety of ways. Most employers offer group health insurance plans as benefits to their employees; many of these types of group health insurance plans allow you to add your spouse and your children onto the health insurance policy. <br /><br /> Various organizations and associations offer group health insurance plans as benefits to their members. Some businesses, such as credit card companies, offer group health insurance plans as benefits to their customers. <br /><br /> Find out if your employer offers group health insurance. Or, if you belong to any clubs or are associated with a particular business, ask if they offer group health insurance plans. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/individual+health+insurance" rel="tag">Individual Health Insurance</a> <br /><br /> Unfortunately, employers aren't required to offer group health insurance plans to their employees. When this is the case, consider purchasing an individual health insurance plan. With the broad range of health insurance companies specializing in affordable individual plans, you will be able to find a plan that meets your health needs as well as satisfies your budget. <br /><br /> State-sponsored Health Insurance <br /><br /> If you aren't employed, or your employer doesn't offer group health insurance and you can't afford to <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/purchase+health+insurance" rel="tag">purchase health insurance</a> otherwise, contact your state's department of insurance for information about state-sponsored health insurance plans. Depending on your income, as well as any other factors your state considers, you and your family members may be eligible for very low-cost or free health insurance.   <bio><a href="http://www.ezquoteguide.com/health/" >http://www.ezquoteguide.com/health/</a> <a href="http://www.ezquoteguide.com/car-new-jersey.shtml" >http://www.ezquoteguide.com/car-new-jersey.shtml</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Group Medical Insurance -- The Two Basic Kinds</title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 05 Sep 2006 00:27:09 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>group medical insurance</category><category>medical insurance plan</category><category>medical insurance plans</category><category>individual medical insurance</category><category>unfortunately</category><category>health related services</category><category>major medical coverage</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/group-medical-insurance-the-two-basic-kinds</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Those of us in search of medical insurance ideally want to get our hands on a group medical insurance plan. Admit it -- one of the biggest perks of taking a new job, and hanging onto it, is the group medical insurance plan that it offers. Unfortunately, employers are not required to offer any kind]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Those of us in search of medical insurance ideally want to get our hands on a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/group+medical+insurance" rel="tag">group medical insurance</a> plan. Admit it -- one of the biggest perks of taking a new job, and hanging onto it, is the group <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/medical+insurance+plan" rel="tag">medical insurance plan</a> that it offers. <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/unfortunately" rel="tag">Unfortunately</a>, employers are not required to offer any kind of group <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/medical+insurance+plans" rel="tag">medical insurance plans</a> to their employees. If your employer does not offer a kind of group medical insurance plan, or you are self-employed, unemployed, or employed only part-time, chances are you are going to have to search for an <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/individual+medical+insurance" rel="tag">individual medical insurance</a> plan, and let's face it -- finding an affordable individual medical insurance plan can be quite the scavenger hunt. <br /><br /> The two most popular ways to get a group medical insurance plan is through your employer and through an organization with which you are affiliated. Many organizations offer all types of insurance plans, from medical and life insurance to auto and home owners insurance, to their members. If you belong to one of these kinds of organizations, read up on their policies about group medical insurance plans. <br /><br /> Briefly, there are two main kids of group medical insurance plans. You may get a fully insured group medical insurance plan, in which your employer or organization agrees to take on the responsibility of covering all of your health-related services. Or, you may get a minimum premium plan, also known as an MMP, in which your employer or organization takes on the responsibility of paying a certain amount of your health-related services. Think of it as a cap. After that amount of money has been dished out, the insurer picks up the tab. <br /><br /> With a minimum premium plan, you may be offered a basic coverage group medical insurance plan, a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/major+medical+coverage" rel="tag">major medical coverage</a> group insurance medical plan, or a combination of the two -- a group medical insurance plan that offers both basic coverage and major medical coverage.   <bio><a href="http://www.myquoteguide.com/Home-Estimate.shtml" >http://www.myquoteguide.com/Home-Estimate.shtml</a> Home owners Insurance <a href="http://www.ezquoteguide.com/health" >http://www.ezquoteguide.com/health</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Life Insurance Or Mortgage Life Insurance?</title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 12 Jan 2007 00:27:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>mortgage life insurance</category><category>life insurance rates</category><category>own life insurance</category><category>life insurance policy</category><category>mortgage insurance</category><category>mortgage providers</category><category>email</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/life-insurance-or-mortgage-life-insurance</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Buying your house is a huge investment, and purchasers are finding that life insurance is a more flexible and less pricey alternative to the mortgage life insurance they buy from a bank. This makes life insurance another brick in the foundation of a good financial plan.  What's Wrong With Mortgage]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Buying your house is a huge investment, and purchasers are finding that life insurance is a more flexible and less pricey alternative to the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/mortgage+life+insurance" rel="tag">mortgage life insurance</a> they buy from a bank. This makes life insurance another brick in the foundation of a good financial plan. <br /><br /> What's Wrong With Mortgage Life Insurance ? <br /><br /> When people are in discussions with banks to finance their home they are asked if they want to have their home paid off if they die? Well who would say no to that? Unfortunately, people don't look at other options that are open to them or shop around for different rates. <br /><br /> When <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/mortgage+insurance" rel="tag">mortgage insurance</a> is purchased through a bank, the coverage decreases as the mortgage is reduced; however the premiums stay the same. What this means is the cost of the coverage goes up as you are paying down your mortgage. Additionally, while mortgage life insurance pays off the loan's outstanding balance, only the bank gets paid. You get the house, but no cash. <br /><br /> Life Insurance To The Rescue ! <br /><br /> Life insurance can help relieve that debt while also adding cash value to your estate for your beneficiaries. Owning your <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/own+life+insurance" rel="tag">own life insurance</a> gives you these options: <br /><br /> Life insurance is portable, meaning you don't have to re qualify for coverage during the term if you buy a new home or switch <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/mortgage+providers" rel="tag">mortgage providers</a>. <br /><br /> Renewable and convertible. A renewable and convertible <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/life+insurance+policy" rel="tag">life insurance policy</a> can be converted to a permanent product at any time without a medical exam. In contrast, if your mortgage life contract runs out at a bank, you will be older and potentially facing higher term <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/life+insurance+rates" rel="tag">life insurance rates</a>. <br /><br /> Life Insurance Decisions <br /><br /> When you are comparing group mortgage life insurance from a bank and life insurance that's personally owned, you'll see that it is cheaper to have your own life insurance.   <bio>Ivon T. Hughes, The Hughes Trustco Group Ltd. Online Insurance Broker -- Get a FREE Quote TODAY, , it could save you THOUSANDS! Tel: (514) 842-9001 <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/email" rel="tag">Email</a>: info@trustco.ca Web: <a href="http://www.hughestrustco.com" >http://www.hughestrustco.com</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Life Insurance Conundrums</title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 14 Dec 2006 20:27:09 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>term life insurance</category><category>universal life insurance</category><category>life insurance sales</category><category>whole life insurance</category><category>email</category><category>disability insurance</category><category>phrases</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/life-insurance-conundrums</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Life insurance is a mix of terminology and incomprehensible phrases. What do the phrases, term life, whole life and universal life mean?  Life Insurance Sales  Getting the best life insurance is important! But it's hard to understand what the different words and phrases mean, but now there are]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Life insurance is a mix of terminology and incomprehensible <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/phrases" rel="tag">phrases</a>. What do the phrases, term life, whole life and universal life mean? <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/life+insurance+sales" rel="tag">Life Insurance Sales</a> <br /><br /> Getting the best life insurance is important! But it's hard to understand what the different words and phrases mean, but now there are answers on the internet to help you. Information and life insurance quoting sites such as ours can let you learn on your own. On a site like this, you can check the market for the lowest life insurance quotes and learn the difference between all these types. <br /><br /> What Type of Life Insurance Should I Buy? <br /><br /> If you have dependants you should have <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/term+life+insurance" rel="tag">term life insurance</a> and perhaps <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/disability+insurance" rel="tag">disability insurance</a>. Life insurance is used to replace the income that you no longer can provide if you're not around. Disability replaces that income if you are here but can't work.  How Much Life Insurance Should I Buy? <br /><br /> You should buy sufficient life insurance so that, if invested at the current low term interest rate say 5%, the investment will return sufficient capital to replace your income. And remember that is to replace your income after taxes. <br /><br /> What About The Different Types Of Life Insurance? <br /><br /> There is term life insurance that works like your house or car insurance; you pay it every year. Again, there is no cash back on any of these policies. <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/whole+life+insurance" rel="tag">Whole life insurance</a> is up to 5 times as expensive, as to some extent you are prepaying premiums. And <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/universal+life+insurance" rel="tag">universal life insurance</a> means that you need make an investment on top of your term life premium. <br /><br /> When all is said and done, unless you have a large estate which requires a different approach, you are best to switch to the most cost effective type of policy which is term life insurance.  <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! <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/email" rel="tag">Email</a>:info@trustco.ca Web:<a href="http://www.hughestrustco.com" >http://www.hughestrustco.com</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Life Insurance Quotes -  Why The Difference?</title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 10 Jan 2007 04:27:03 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>life insurance policy</category><category>life insurance quote</category><category>independent life insurance</category><category>cheapest life insurance</category><category>life insurance rates</category><category>life insurance broker</category><category>insurance quotes</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/life-insurance-quotes-why-the-difference</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Why is it when you are talking about life insurance quotes with someone, your life insurance rates never match up? Well, different personal elements go into giving you your life insurance quotes.  Everybody's situation is different as you may or may not know. Your life insurance quotes are based on]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Why is it when you are talking about <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/life+insurance+quote" rel="tag">life insurance quote</a>s with someone, your <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/life+insurance+rates" rel="tag">life insurance rates</a> never match up? Well, different personal elements go into giving you your life <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/insurance+quotes" rel="tag">insurance quotes</a>. <br /><br /> Everybody's situation is different as you may or may not know. Your life insurance quotes are based on what you want to have in your <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/life+insurance+policy" rel="tag">life insurance policy</a>. Do you want to add a savings plan in your life insurance policy? What are your personal characteristics; like gender, height and weight, occupation, smoking status, date of birth, etc. There are many components that make a life insurance policy. <br /><br /> What Considerations Go Into A Life Insurance Quote? <br /><br /> When people have family and they are looking for life insurance there are other considerations that they take into account: <br /><br /> * Do they have dependents?  - How long will they be dependent on you? <br /><br /> * Do they have children?  - How old are they? <br /><br /> * Do you want to insure your children?  - Is trying to give your children a post secondary education a factor? <br /><br /> * Debt Obligations?  - Do you have a lot of debt or a mortgage left to pay? <br /><br /> What Is The Best Way To Obtain Life Insurance Quotes? <br /><br /> With a little effort, you can better prepare yourself with proper life insurance quote. When you are trying to determine how much life insurance to purchase and you are the main breadwinner, figure out how long it would take your family to replace the income that you generate now. Note that many internet searches reveal that you can get free quotes and premiums that are up to 70% off, however the best way to get life insurance quotes is with an <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/independent+life+insurance" rel="tag">independent life insurance</a> broker who has access to all the companies on the internet. This is making it easy to see which life insurance company has the most competitive life insurance quotes.  <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>Life Insurance Broker -- Choosing The Right One</title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 20 Dec 2006 20:27:10 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>life insurance broker</category><category>life insurance policies</category><category>life insurance policy</category><category>life insurance brokers</category><category>life insurance agent</category><category>email</category><category>cautious</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/life-insurance-broker-choosing-the-right-one</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[When searching for your policy, you need to find one that is custom made for your wants and needs at a reasonable cost. The first step is to determine how much life insurance you need and then whether you can afford it. Then you need to look at what kind of life insurance policy will best suit your]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[When searching for your policy, you need to find one that is custom made for your wants and needs at a reasonable cost. The first step is to determine how much life insurance you need and then whether you can afford it. Then you need to look at what kind of <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/life+insurance+policy" rel="tag">life insurance policy</a> will best suit your coverage goals, a term life policy or a whole life policy. The next important step is to select a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/life+insurance+broker" rel="tag">life insurance broker</a> to shop for the right policy for you. <br /><br /> Life Insurance Broker --Which One Suits You?  Take your time choosing a life insurance broker for your life insurance needs. This decision concerns not only your financial goals, but your beneficiaries as well. In order to make the best decision, you need to understand the types of <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/life+insurance+policies" rel="tag">life insurance policies</a> that are available. Different policies will fit different goals and you need to ask about what type of life insurance policies are available. <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/life+insurance+brokers" rel="tag">Life Insurance Brokers</a> -- What to Watch For  Here are some red flags to look for when choosing your life insurance broker. Be <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/cautious" rel="tag">cautious</a> of the brokers who suggests using the cash value from your current life insurance policy to fund the premiums on a new policy. Also beware a broker who advises you not to consult your current insurer about any policy changes or replacement. Also be wary of a life insurance broker who asks you to sign an incomplete document or blank forms or who speaks negatively about another <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/life+insurance+agent" rel="tag">life insurance agent</a> or company. <br /><br /> Life Insurance Policies -- Knowledge is Power  It is best to do some research on the web as to what type of life insurance policies are available. The more you know and understand about life insurance and the life insurance broker, the better equipped you are to find the policy that best suits what you need for your life insurance needs.   <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! <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/email" rel="tag">Email</a>:info@trustco.ca Web:<a href="http://www.hughestrustco.com" >http://www.hughestrustco.com</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Find Affordable, Low Cost Health Insurance</title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 22 Mar 2007 23:55:59 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>health insurance plan</category><category>group health insurance</category><category>health insurance plans</category><category>health insurance policies</category><category>individual health insurance</category><category>health insurance premiums</category><category>low cost health insurance</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/find-affordable-low-cost-health-insurance</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[The best way to find affordable, low cost health insurance is to have an employer-sponsored group health insurance plan. Group health insurance plans are the most affordable, low cost health insurance plans out there, aside from state-sponsored health insurance plans. If you can obtain a group]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[The best way to find affordable, <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/low+cost+health+insurance" rel="tag">low cost health insurance</a> is to have an employer-sponsored group <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+plan" rel="tag">health insurance plan</a>. <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/group+health+insurance" rel="tag">Group health insurance</a> plans are the most affordable, low cost <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+plans" rel="tag">health insurance plans</a> out there, aside from state-sponsored health insurance plans. If you can obtain a group health insurance plan from your employer, you will pay even less for your health insurance than you would if you purchased a group health insurance plan on your own. <br /><br /> Most employers have certain requirements an employee must meet before he or she can be a part of the employer-sponsored group health insurance plan. These requirements range from the number of hours the employee works, to the employee's status, i.e., whether the employee works full-time or part-time. Employers sometimes have time requirements as well. This means the employee must be with the company for a certain amount of time before he or she is considered eligible for the employer-sponsored group health insurance plan. <br /><br /> Employer-sponsored group health insurance plans are usually the most affordable, low cost health insurance plans for a variety of reasons. If you have an employer-sponsored group health insurance plan, the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+premiums" rel="tag">health insurance premiums</a> are either divided between you and your employer, or paid completely by your employer. This means one of two things: <br /><br /> •You are only required to pay half of the health insurance premiums plus a low cost co-payment. <br /><br /> •You are only required to pay an affordable co-payment. <br /><br /> Employer-sponsored group health insurance plans become even more affordable and low cost when you factor in your spouse and children. Rather than purchase individual <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+policies" rel="tag">health insurance policies</a> for each of your family members, or pay out-of-pocket for health care costs, you can add your spouse and your children to your employer-sponsored group health insurance plan. <br /><br /> Find out if your employer offers a group health insurance plan, and ask how you can enroll in the affordable, low cost health insurance plan today.   <bio><a href="http://www.ezquoteguide.com/health/" >http://www.ezquoteguide.com/health/</a> <a href="http://ezquoteguide.com/health-self-employed.shtml" >http://ezquoteguide.com/health-self-employed.shtml</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Canadian Life Insurance Brokers Work For You</title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 07 Dec 2006 04:27:09 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>life insurance broker</category><category>canadian life insurance</category><category>cheapest life insurance</category><category>life insurance brokers</category><category>life insurance coverage</category><category>life insurance options</category><category>thing to remember</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/canadian-life-insurance-brokers-work-for-you</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Canadians have a lot of options when it comes to life insurance as there are many canadian life insurance brokers offering free quotes online. Perhaps the single most important decision one will make during the buying process is finding a life insurance broker to trust.  How Do You Start Shopping]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Canadians have a lot of options when it comes to life insurance as there are many canadian <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/life+insurance+broker" rel="tag">life insurance broker</a>s offering free quotes online. Perhaps the single most important decision one will make during the buying process is finding a life insurance broker to trust. <br /><br /> How Do You Start Shopping For Life Insurance? <br /><br /> The first <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/thing+to+remember" rel="tag">thing to remember</a> is that an insurance broker works for you and should meet every expectation as anyone you employ. When it comes to insurance, each person has different needs based on time of life, lifestyle, and the value they place on their security. Any <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/canadian+life+insurance" rel="tag">canadian life insurance</a> broker is a professional who represents you in an insurance purchase. In Canada a large number of all insurance purchases are done through a broker, whether it be a simple automobile insurance policy, or a sophisticated life policy. The role of the insurance broker is to be your guide to the various <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/life+insurance+options" rel="tag">life insurance options</a> available. Then, after consultation with you, he will shop for the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/life+insurance+coverage" rel="tag">life insurance coverage</a> that best suits your needs. <br /><br /> Who Do I Contact For My Life Insurance Needs? <br /><br /> Technically there is no difference between an insurance broker and an insurance agent. An insurance agent is the representative that you would meet with to make a purchase with a particular company. A broker on the other hand is independent of an insurance company, and analyzes the policies of many companies for you. Simply, a broker will help you determine your insurance needs, and then suggest the best policy and life insurance company to meet them. Not being a captive agent, they are able to get quotes from many companies to find the best fit. <br /><br /> As always, the best way to choose an insurance broker is by interviewing several and picking one you feel comfortable working with in order to get the best deal on your 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>Canadian Life Insurance Brokers Work For You</title>
		<link>http://www.artwoo.com/article/canadian-life-insurance-brokers-work-for-you</link>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 05 Aug 2007 14:30:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>life insurance broker</category><category>contact</category><category>canadian life insurance</category><category>cheapest life insurance</category><category>life insurance brokers</category><category>life insurance coverage</category><category>life insurance options</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/canadian-life-insurance-brokers-work-for-you</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ Canadians have a lot of options when it comes to life insurance as there are many canadian life insurance brokers offering free quotes online. Perhaps the single most important decision one will make during the buying process is finding a life insurance broker to trust.  How Do You Start Shopping]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ Canadians have a lot of options when it comes to life insurance as there are many canadian <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/life+insurance+broker" rel="tag">life insurance broker</a>s offering free quotes online. Perhaps the single most important decision one will make during the buying process is finding a life insurance broker to trust. <br /><br /> How Do You Start Shopping For Life Insurance? <br /><br /> The first thing to remember is that an insurance broker works for you and should meet every expectation as anyone you employ. When it comes to insurance, each person has different needs based on time of life, lifestyle, and the value they place on their security. Any <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/canadian+life+insurance" rel="tag">canadian life insurance</a> broker is a professional who represents you in an insurance purchase. In Canada a large number of all insurance purchases are done through a broker, whether it be a simple automobile insurance policy, or a sophisticated life policy. The role of the insurance broker is to be your guide to the various <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/life+insurance+options" rel="tag">life insurance options</a> available. Then, after consultation with you, he will shop for the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/life+insurance+coverage" rel="tag">life insurance coverage</a> that best suits your needs. <br /><br /> Who Do I <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/contact" rel="tag">Contact</a> For My Life Insurance Needs? <br /><br /> Technically there is no difference between an insurance broker and an insurance agent. An insurance agent is the representative that you would meet with to make a purchase with a particular company. A broker on the other hand is independent of an insurance company, and analyzes the policies of many companies for you. Simply, a broker will help you determine your insurance needs, and then suggest the best policy and life insurance company to meet them. Not being a captive agent, they are able to get quotes from many companies to find the best fit. <br /><br /> As always, the best way to choose an insurance broker is by interviewing several and picking one you feel comfortable working with in order to get the best deal on your life insurance.   <bio>Ivon T. Hughes of The Hughes Trustco Group is the author of the Life Insurance Handbook: How To Get The Best and <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>Find Affordable, Low Cost Health Insurance</title>
		<link>http://www.artwoo.com/article/find-affordable-low-cost-health-insurance</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 11 Dec 2007 13:25:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>group health insurance</category><category>health insurance plans</category><category>health insurance plan</category><category>health insurance premiums</category><category>health insurance policies</category><category>individual health insurance</category><category>individual health insurance policies</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/find-affordable-low-cost-health-insurance</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ The best way to find affordable, low cost health insurance is to have an employer-sponsored group health insurance plan. Group health insurance plans are the most affordable, low cost health insurance plans out there, aside from state-sponsored health insurance plans. If you can obtain a group]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ The best way to find affordable, low cost health insurance is to have an employer-sponsored <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/group+health+insurance" rel="tag">group health insurance</a> plan. Group <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+plans" rel="tag"><a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+plan" rel="tag">health insurance plan</a>s</a> are the most affordable, low cost health insurance plans out there, aside from state-sponsored health insurance plans. If you can obtain a group health insurance plan from your employer, you will pay even less for your health insurance than you would if you purchased a group health insurance plan on your own. <br /><br /> Most employers have certain requirements an employee must meet before he or she can be a part of the employer-sponsored group health insurance plan. These requirements range from the number of hours the employee works, to the employee's status, i.e., whether the employee works full-time or part-time. Employers sometimes have time requirements as well. This means the employee must be with the company for a certain amount of time before he or she is considered eligible for the employer-sponsored group health insurance plan. <br /><br /> Employer-sponsored group health insurance plans are usually the most affordable, low cost health insurance plans for a variety of reasons. If you have an employer-sponsored group health insurance plan, the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+premiums" rel="tag">health insurance premiums</a> are either divided between you and your employer, or paid completely by your employer. This means one of two things: <br /><br /> =95You are only required to pay half of the health insurance premiums plus a low cost co-payment. <br /><br /> =95You are only required to pay an affordable co-payment. <br /><br /> Employer-sponsored group health insurance plans become even more affordable and low cost when you factor in your spouse and children. Rather than purchase individual <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+policies" rel="tag">health insurance policies</a> for each of your family members, or pay out-of-pocket for health care costs, you can add your spouse and your children to your employer-sponsored group health insurance plan. <br /><br /> Find out if your employer offers a group health insurance plan, and ask how you can enroll in the affordable, low cost health insurance plan today.   <bio><a href="http://www.ezquoteguide.com/health/" >http://www.ezquoteguide.com/health/</a> <a href="http://ezquoteguide.com/health-self-employed.shtml" >http://ezquoteguide.com/health-self-employed.shtml</a>  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Whole Life Insurance And Why People Choose It</title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 03 Jan 2007 12:27:05 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>whole life insurance quotes</category><category>term insurance quotes</category><category>whole life insurance</category><category>term life insurance</category><category>life insurance policies</category><category>cheapest life insurance</category><category>premiums</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/whole-life-insurance-and-why-people-choose-it</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Although term life insurance policies gets you cheaper monthly payments, when you request quotes, are whole life policies a better buy? With whole life policies you are covered for as long as you live and pay the premiums. With whole life insurance you are prepaying the cost of the policy but it is]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Although <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/term+life+insurance" rel="tag">term life insurance</a> policies gets you cheaper monthly payments, when you request quotes, are whole life policies a better buy? With whole life policies you are covered for as long as you live and pay the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/premiums" rel="tag">premiums</a>. With <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/whole+life+insurance" rel="tag">whole life insurance</a> you are prepaying the cost of the policy but it is not a good investment, just a forced savings plan. <br /><br /> Is Whole Life Insurance Flexible ? <br /><br /> With whole life insurance you can choose a time when you can stop paying premiums, if there is sufficient cash surrender value. Most people spread the cost over their working life, so when they retire they are able to stop paying premiums. But remember you have prepaid these premiums because whole life is up to 5x more expensive than term life insurance. <br /><br /> When it comes to premiums, for whole life or term life insurance, you have the choice of lowering your death benefits, which lowers your payments. <br /><br /> The lowest premiums are with term life insurance but, if you get the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/term+insurance+quotes" rel="tag">term insurance quotes</a> at a later age, the cost may be comparable. The positive side of whole life insurance is that there is no term specified which will run out and leave you without any life insurance as long as you pay your premium. However the same is true with term to 100 life insurance. <br /><br /> How Do I Get Personal Whole Life Insurance Information ? <br /><br /> As with any large financial decision, it is best to shop around and get the best quotes for your life insurance needs. Make sure that you are comparing similar policies between companies with the same amount of coverage. There are many insurance companies online, so shopping for your <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/whole+life+insurance+quotes" rel="tag">whole life insurance quotes</a> is simple and you are never under obligation to buy. <br /><br /> Remember the best time to look into this is now, while the premiums are cheaper, especially for your whole 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>Mortgage Life Insurance Shopping</title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 13 Dec 2006 04:27:10 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>mortgage life insurance</category><category>personal mortgage</category><category>mortgage brokers</category><category>life insurance policy</category><category>independent insurance agents</category><category>personal insurance</category><category>first time buyers</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/mortgage-life-insurance-shopping</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[You thought you were finished signing the papers, but suddenly you are handed an insurance application asking you to confirm you are healthy and offering to pay off your mortgage in the case of your death. And if you're like most people, you sign it and think nothing of the cost as the quote is a]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[You thought you were finished signing the papers, but suddenly you are handed an insurance application asking you to confirm you are healthy and offering to pay off your mortgage in the case of your death. And if you're like most people, you sign it and think nothing of the cost as the quote is a low weekly or monthly figure. For most people that's a mistake, as they don't realize that a personal <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/mortgage+life+insurance" rel="tag">mortgage life insurance</a> policy can cost a lot less and offer you a lot more. <br /><br /> But What Does andquot;Mortgage Life Insuranceandquot; Mean? <br /><br /> Mortgage life insurance you purchase through your bank is a group policy between two parties - the bank and an insurance company. You, in any way, are not a party to this contract. That means that the benefits you get as a member of the group - like having your mortgage paid off if you die - end the moment you stop being a member of the group, i.e. you stop paying or if you move your mortgage. <br /><br /> A <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/personal+mortgage" rel="tag">personal mortgage</a> <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/life+insurance+policy" rel="tag">life insurance policy</a> is yours regardless of which bank or lender your mortgage is with. <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/mortgage+brokers" rel="tag">Mortgage brokers</a> offer mortgage life insurance to clients but often encourage them to look into getting <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/personal+insurance" rel="tag">personal insurance</a> instead. <br /><br /> Why Personal Mortgage Life Insurance? <br /><br /> People who buy houses should be looking for quotes from <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/independent+insurance+agents" rel="tag">independent insurance agents</a>. With mortgage life insurance from a bank you're insuring a declining balance for the same premium. Private insurance isn't like that; it remains level <br /><br /> Buyers should have some coverage for all debt as first-time buyers, who tend to be younger, and with larger purchases, are significantly increasing their debt load. Should the unforeseen happen, their family may have no choice but to lose the home. <br /><br /> And there's more. While you may make extra payments to be pay off your mortgage early, your life insurance with your lender is fixed as we mentioned above. <br /><br /> And that's even before you take the control and flexibility available from personal insurance into account. The bank says is that it will pay off your mortgage if you die, but without a new mortgage, it won't lend your family any money. <br /><br /> The bank is the beneficiary, and even if the family might need the money for something else they aren't able to remortgage the home because they aren't the beneficiaries. <br /><br /> How Much Mortgage Life Insurance Do You Need? <br /><br /> Your first step should be to determine if you even need any more insurance than what you already have. <br /><br /> People need to see their insurance needs as a whole, rather than a bunch of problems; you don't want to end up with too much or too little. <br /><br /> You may also find that you want enough life insurance to cover other potential expenses in the case of your death. Mortgage Life Insurance through your life insurance company is really life insurance in an amount sufficient to cover your mortgage. In addition you can purchase more life coverage to include education and debt. And you can decide who will be your beneficiaries, which is not the case with bank mortgage life insurance.  <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.hughestructco.com" >http://www.hughestructco.com</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Mortgage Life Insurance Shopping</title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 06 Dec 2006 06:27:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>mortgage life insurance</category><category>personal mortgage</category><category>mortgage brokers</category><category>life insurance policy</category><category>independent insurance agents</category><category>personal insurance</category><category>first time buyers</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/mortgage-life-insurance-shopping</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[You thought you were finished signing the papers, but suddenly you are handed an insurance application asking you to confirm you are healthy and offering to pay off your mortgage in the case of your death. And if you're like most people, you sign it and think nothing of the cost as the quote is a]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[You thought you were finished signing the papers, but suddenly you are handed an insurance application asking you to confirm you are healthy and offering to pay off your mortgage in the case of your death. And if you're like most people, you sign it and think nothing of the cost as the quote is a low weekly or monthly figure. For most people that's a mistake, as they don't realize that a personal <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/mortgage+life+insurance" rel="tag">mortgage life insurance</a> policy can cost a lot less and offer you a lot more. <br /><br /> But What Does andquot;Mortgage Life Insuranceandquot; Mean ? <br /><br /> Mortgage life insurance you purchase through your bank is a group policy between two parties - the bank and an insurance company. You, in any way, are not a party to this contract. That means that the benefits you get as a member of the group - like having your mortgage paid off if you die - end the moment you stop being a member of the group, i.e. you stop paying or if you move your mortgage. <br /><br /> A <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/personal+mortgage" rel="tag">personal mortgage</a> <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/life+insurance+policy" rel="tag">life insurance policy</a> is yours regardless of which bank or lender your mortgage is with. <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/mortgage+brokers" rel="tag">Mortgage brokers</a> offer mortgage life insurance to clients but often encourage them to look into getting <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/personal+insurance" rel="tag">personal insurance</a> instead. <br /><br /> Why Personal Mortgage Life Insurance? <br /><br /> People who buy houses should be looking for quotes from <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/independent+insurance+agents" rel="tag">independent insurance agents</a>. With mortgage life insurance from a bank you're insuring a declining balance for the same premium. Private insurance isn't like that; it remains level <br /><br /> Buyers should have some coverage for all debt as first-time buyers, who tend to be younger, and with larger purchases, are significantly increasing their debt load. Should the unforeseen happen, their family may have no choice but to lose the home. <br /><br /> And there's more. While you may make extra payments to be pay off your mortgage early, your life insurance with your lender is fixed as we mentioned above. <br /><br /> And that's even before you take the control and flexibility available from personal insurance into account. The bank says is that it will pay off your mortgage if you die, but without a new mortgage, it won't lend your family any money. <br /><br /> The bank is the beneficiary, and even if the family might need the money for something else they aren't able to remortgage the home because they aren't the beneficiaries. <br /><br /> How Much Mortgage Life Insurance Do You Need? <br /><br /> Your first step should be to determine if you even need any more insurance than what you already have. <br /><br /> People need to see their insurance needs as a whole, rather than a bunch of problems; you don't want to end up with too much or too little. <br /><br /> You may also find that you want enough life insurance to cover other potential expenses in the case of your death. Mortgage Life Insurance through your life insurance company is really life insurance in an amount sufficient to cover your mortgage. In addition you can purchase more life coverage to include education and debt. And you can decide who will be your beneficiaries, which is not the case with bank mortgage life insurance.  <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://hughestructco.com" >http://hughestructco.com</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Mortgage Life Insurance: What Is It?</title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 13 Dec 2006 02:27:09 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>mortgage life insurance</category><category>affordable term life insurance</category><category>life insurance plans</category><category>term life insurance</category><category>popular mortgage</category><category>level term life insurance</category><category>life insurance plan</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/mortgage-life-insurance-what-is-it</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Mortgage life insurance is an insurance policy that is taken out by a home buyer to protect the lender in the event of a death. When a borrower purchases a home, a lender in most cases protects itself with mortgage life insurance on your life. This is commonly the case unless a down payment of at]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/mortgage+life+insurance" rel="tag">Mortgage life insurance</a> is an insurance policy that is taken out by a home buyer to protect the lender in the event of a death. When a borrower purchases a home, a lender in most cases protects itself with mortgage life insurance on your life. This is commonly the case unless a down payment of at least 20% is made. <br /><br /> Group Mortgage Life Insurance <br /><br /> This group mortgage life insurance payment is based on the original mortgage amount and is paid as part of the monthly mortgage payment until a borrower: <br /><br /> requests it's removal and the lender accepts the borrower's proof of value and <br /><br /> has an appraisal that shows that home has increased in value, including improvements to the point that the loan is now 80% of the current house value. These conditions of course vary from lender to lender. <br /><br /> But What About Personal Mortgage Life Insurance? <br /><br /> Mortgage life insurance which you own yourself can make certain your family will be able to stay in the home you are purchasing or have purchased. It will also provide needed stability for your family at a critical time and keep options open for the future. In the event of a primary providers untimely death, going without mortgage life insurance often results in great hardships. And this is the best type of mortgage life insurance because you own it, can name beneficiaries, and can change it if you want. <br /><br /> What Is The Best Type of Mortgage Life Insurance? <br /><br /> According to most insurance brokers, level <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/term+life+insurance" rel="tag">term life insurance</a> makes the best mortgage life insurance. It is <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/affordable+term+life+insurance" rel="tag">affordable term life insurance</a> that remains level for the term of your mortgage. Some of the most <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/popular+mortgage" rel="tag">popular mortgage</a> <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/life+insurance+plans" rel="tag"><a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/life+insurance+plan" rel="tag">life insurance plan</a>s</a> have built in extra benefits like, a terminal illness benefit, or a critical illness benefit. However other than apart from a straight mortgage life insurance plan, this type of plan will be more expensive. Other popular mortgage life insurance plans provide optional benefits like a return of premium benefit that returns all, or a large portion of, the premium you've paid for your mortgage life insurance. Of course you have to complete your mortgage payments. <br /><br /> Is A Mortgage Life Insurance Medical Necessary? <br /><br /> Depending on your age, many mortgage life insurance policies are issued with no medical exam. Because of the risk taken by the insurer, premiums may be higher with these types of policies. But whatever type of coverage you choose, make sure that your house and it's mortgage is protected by some type of group or personal mortgage insurance.   <bio>Ivon T. Hughes, The Hughes Trustco Group Ltd. Online Insurance Broker -- Get a FREE Quote TODAY! Tel: (514) 842-9001 Email: info@trustco.ca Web: <a href="http://www.hughestrustco.com" >http://www.hughestrustco.com</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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