Posted by Victoria Milson | May 14, 2012

“All My Paychecks”

Why are soap operas so riveting? Is it because the characters are larger than life and always, always live in a really big, fancy house, regardless of their profession or income? Or, maybe it’s due to the fact that despite everything being over the top—from the plot to hairdos—there is a kernel of truth in these stories … something that resonates with us. That’s why I think “All My Paychecks” will resonate with you. Indulge in a few minutes of guilty pleasure and watch (all three episodes!). Then let us know what you think.

Posted by Victoria Milson | May 06, 2012

How Much Term Life Insurance is Enough?

Unless you’re fortunate enough to have enough assets that your family doesn’t need the income that would be lost if you suddenly died, you probably need term life insurance.

But how much do you need?
This is a critical question, but coming up with the answer is not all that complicated. Answering the following questions will allow you to determine how much coverage you need to buy.
How much do you earn? The primary purpose of term life insurance is to enable your family to continue on with their accustomed standard of living should you pass away. To do that, they’ll need to replace your lost income. Your goal should be to apply for enough coverage to cover your earning power.

How much debt do you have?
Ideally, the death benefit will allow your family to eliminate any debt left behind. Consider credit card debt, as well as loans, and your mortgage when selecting a coverage amount.

What are your long-term needs?
In addition to the money your family needs to live on, you might also have future goals that need to be provided for. If yo

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Posted by Victoria Milson | April 09, 2012

Gambling With Your Future

Disclaimer: Before reading, you should know that I’m definitely not a “Yeah, Vegas, baby!” kinda person.

I think one-armed bandits are aptly named. The last time (and the only time) I was in Vegas, someone actually gave me money to put into a slot machine, and I wouldn’t do it. I put it in my pocket. My philosophy is that hard-earned cash—mine or someone else’s—has no place in the belly of a machine (or on a blackjack table) where the odds are definitely not in my favor. I just can’t do it.

That said, I actually do get it—the whole Vegas thing, or friends hanging around a poker table having a good time. The adrenaline rush of winning; the excitement of the game. To each his own, right? But, there is one area of your life where you should never, ever gamble, as our poker-playing fruit fly Frank discovers in the video.

 

Jokes aside. Feel free to keep what happens in Vegas in Vegas. But what happens at home is a different matter. Make sure your family’s future is protected. Don’t gamble with that. Get life insurance.

Posted by Victoria Milson | April 01, 2012

The Benefits of Term Life Insurance

When it comes to buying a term life insurance policy, it is important to consider the amount of coverage you need to protect your family and financial obligations. If you are interested in coverage for a specific amount of time, a term life insurance policy would be an ideal choice.

Term life insurance provides your family with financial protection should something happen to you during the course of the policy. In the case of an unforeseen death, your policy can be used to provide financial security for your family by covering living expenses and any outstanding debts. Coverage amounts can also be selected to cover college tuition, a mortgage, child care, and expenses like car payments. One of the best advantages of term life is, you can generally get more for your money compared to other types of life insurance. This means you can apply for a coverage amount to cover your needs for a generally reasonable price.

As an added bonus, some term life insurance policies offer opportunities to convert into a whole life insurance policy should your needs change in the future. Similarly some term life insurance policies offer the opportunity to renew the policy at the end of the term.

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Posted by Victoria Milson | March 28, 2012

No Song and Dance About It: Group Travel Insurance

Gone are the days when people were only exposed to their own cultures. It is as common to see an African enjoying a western classical recital as it is to see an American enjoying a Bharatanatyam recital. The small, flat world has encouraged the exchange of not just currency, but also culture and the arts. Most of this is possible only because of artists traveling abroad from their home country.

These art groups usually have a packed schedule, especially on weekends, and they will do well to consider group medical insurance, to be protected for the duration of their trip. While the local hosts are more than welcoming, it is possible that the artists strain themselves due to constant travel, rehearsals, and performances.

Many of these artists are also interviewed by the local press. In such a tight schedule, the artists must plan accordingly and ensure adequate rest between performances. When that is not possible, it is best to at least try and “switch off” for a while, since even a minor illness can balloon into something major when the group practices and performs.

Even if one member is sick, it might affect the performance of the whole group. Sin

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Posted by Admin | March 26, 2012

Some Important Tips Regarding Buying Medicare Supplemental Insurance Policy

There are many advantages in having a Medicare supplemental insurance policy. The people who sign up an insurance policy will receive the care and protection that they are looking for. Those who want to get the best policy will likely need to use the following tips.

It is always good to set the budget at first before you could start searching for various Medicare supplement insurance policies. Stick to the amount that you have planned, you may not go lesser or higher since it will be a problem after all. This will cut short the amount of time that is wasted by looking around for different plans. You may take a note of the average number of people who are already in a policy. This is very important. There are even discount rates issued for the couples who sign up in the same insurance plans.

Looking for health insurance for the entire family in reputable companies is an ideal start. You can easily discuss with the representatives and agents about different policies that are available. And they do come up with the right option in choosing the insurance plans. Make sure that you find the most affordable option so that it makes coverage for a lifetime. You may request for different price quotes and estimates from these reputable companies. The coverage differs from one company to the other. If you face some sorts of confusions and doubts regarding the coverage, you may seek the help of a professional.

There are agents who closely work for these companies on a regular basis. Read more…

Posted by Victoria Milson | March 19, 2012

Nationwide Videos Offer Safe Driving Tips

Catch up on this advice for getting through inclement weather.

You may not be able to avoid driving in bad weather, but you can learn how to better negotiate your way through inclement conditions.

Rain, fog, sleet and snow contribute to more than 1.5 million vehicle crashes each year, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

To help reduce that figure, Nationwide has safe-driving tips on nationwide.com and recently introduced a series of videos about driving in treacherous conditions.

“It’s not always possible to stay off the road when weather makes driving hazardous,” says Bekka Carlson, a Nationwide Claims National Catastrophe Team Specialist, featured in the videos.

“We can’t note every possible risk and we can’t guarantee that these tips will work for you,” says Carlson, “but we hope that if you use some of them, you’ll better protect your family and yourself.”

Posted by Victoria Milson | March 10, 2012

Are You Planning Ahead?

This is a very personal post, but one that I feel I need to share.

I lost my younger brother a little while ago. Chris was a financial advisor for his entire (and entirely too short) professional life, and he did what all advisors do: He encouraged people to plan for the future and to think about what would happen if something happened to them. He was very successful, but I suspect that, like the physician who makes a terrible patient, he didn’t always take his own advice.

Oh, sure, he had life insurance, a 401(k) plan and a college fund started for his young son, but there were a lot of things he didn’t do. I’m sure he thought he had lots of time to take care of the simple details. He didn’t. He was just 44 when he died.

So, as a combination public service and a memorial to my brother, I offer the following.

First and foremost: If you don’t have a will, you should. Even if you only use one of the many simple wills available at your local software seller, do so. If your needs are more complicated than what these will accommodate, call your lawyer today. It’s absolutely worth the money. Oh, and make sure someone knows where it is!

Second, make a list of each and every insurance policy you own. List the name of the policyholder, the face amount, the policy number and any other pertinent details. Also, indic

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