Matt Richardson is the senior managing editor for the Managing Your Money section for CBSNews.com. He writes and edits content about personal finance ranging from savings to investing to insurance.

Of all the protection products, life insurance is by far the simplest. But as it is often sold as part of a broader financial planning exercise, its lengthy, health-focused underwriting process can ...

It’s easier to get a policy than it had been in the past, and knowing some key steps can help the process go smoothly ...

If your sex assigned at birth doesn’t align with your gender identity, it could feel upsetting, awkward or confusing to answer questions about gender on a life insurance application. Your gender ...

When you’re applying for life insurance, it can feel tempting to tweak a few details to lock in a better rate. After all, who wouldn’t want to save a little cash? But lying on your life insurance ...

More than a quarter of U.S. adults live with a disability, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

It’s important to compare life insurance quotes so you don’t overpay. Make sure to compare quotes for the same death benefit, policy length and riders. A life insurance agent or financial adviser ...

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