This publication begins with an overview of the two basic types of life insurance policies -- term and whole life -- and then builds on that knowledge with an overview of the many product variations sold in today's markets.

This publication begins with an overview of two basic types of life insurance policies -- Term and Whole Life -- and then builds on that knowledge with an overview of the many product variations sold in today's markets. The publication also explores personal, family, and business uses of life insurance products, as well as policy illustrations, cost comparison methods, income and estate taxation, policy provisions, marketing ideas, and ethical issues facing the financial advisor. Provides a review of the selling/planning process for life insurance product solutions.

This publication begins with an overview of the two basic types of life insurance policies -- term and whole life -- and then builds on that knowledge with an overivew of the many product variations sold in today's markets. The course also explores personal, family and business uses of life insurance products, as well as policy illustrations and ethical issues facing the financial advisor

"It is almost impossible not to learn from this book.... " --Journal of American Society of CLU "... clear and helpful guide to American law... Dworkin's calm and sensible approach should be heeded gratefully..." --Times Literary Supplement A new and completely updated edition of Joseph Belth's classic work on life insurance. The major message is that the consumer can save thousands of dollars by shopping carefully for life insurance.

*Amazon Bestseller in Life Insurance* A user-friendly guide to making expert decisions on life insurance policies Need help facing the constant barrage of information from competing life insurance companies? With thirty-five years of experience in the life insurance business, Tony Steuer delivers a practical, one-of-a-kind resource for anyone involved in choosing or monitoring a life insurance policy. This guide helps make a complex financial product understandable for consumers and is an essential reference, textbook, and training manual for financial advisors. Using a simple question-and-answer format, Steuer covers the essential basics and the finer points of life insurance, including how to: Differentiate between types of policies Find and evaluate a policy and company Hire a trusted agent Understand the practice of underwriting Monitor a policy’s performance With all the advice to help you avoid unnecessary pitfalls and unpleasant surprises, Steuer’s guide will help you make informed, confident decisions and gain the maximum benefit from your life insurance policy.

Essentials of Life Insurance provides basic information on the provisions and conditions found in the various types of life policies. Also covered are the importance of the application, the factors considered by the underwriters and the treatment of benefits under the policy. Written in an easy to understand manner the book provides an actionable approach to the functions of the life insurance industry.