Term vs Permanent Insurance

Insurance 101: Term and Permanent

Like each of us, life insurance policies have different strengths. They each have their own purpose, features and benefits. When we’re considering life insurance options we all look for different things depending on the specific needs of our own loved ones. When planning what life insurance is right for you, there are two terms you […]

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5 Common Myths About Life Insurance

In our Women & Financial Wellness blog series, we’ve been discussing simple tips and tools for making smart choices with your money. Throughout the series, we’ve shown how life insurance can be an important financial tool to protect your family’s financial future. Still, many myths exist about life insurance. Here are 5 common misconceptions about […]

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4 tips to make estate planning easier

4 Tips to Make Estate Planning Easier

Estate planning is the process in which a person plans the transfer of their estate they pass away. This can include property, money or investments. Wills are a common way a person establishes their wishes for how their estate will be distributed and taken care of after their death (Ontario Ministry of the Attorney General, […]

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Starting the Conversation: 3 Tips for Talking to Your Family About Life Insurance

Discussing life insurance with your spouse, parents or children can be tough. Talking about death and disability isn’t easy. So it’s no wonder that an online survey conducted in the U.S. found that parents would rather talk to their children about almost anything else, including drugs, alcohol and religion, rather than life insurance (LIMRA, 2012). […]

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