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Expert insights on life settlements, policy valuation, and retirement planning — written by the team at Abacus Life, the only publicly traded life settlement company in the U.S.
Most people I speak with that have been diagnosed with a major illness, particularly cancer, share a very similar experience. There is an immediate moment of disbelief, followed by a series of emotional responses unique to each individual; and ultimately an overarching weight is left behind that can feel impossible to shake. After a diagnosis, there are tests, procedures, medications, bills, sacrifices, and hardships that are impossible to quantify. Many share a similar feeling of
Why Life Settlements Are Worth Talking About To Your Senior Clients Unlock the Cash Potential of Life Insurance Financial professionals are beginning to realize the potential of a life settlement and they are transferring that knowledge to their senior clients who could benefit from this financial opportunity. Life Settlements are a viable option for many seniors that no longer need their insurance policy. We have seen the cost of new insurance policies become increasingly competitive
High Blood Pressure: The Health Implications and How to Avoid Them 58% of adults 55+ are actively being treated for high blood pressure (Hypertension). It is by far the most common chronic condition amongst seniors in the United States. It is also by far one of the most dangerous. Several of the top 10 leading causes of death amongst seniors are entirely or partially attributable to uncontrolled high blood pressure. Issues like Heart Disease, Stroke,
Risk Factors of Poor Health Among the Elderly As we age our immune systems become weaker and illnesses can affect us more frequently. Specific risk factors that can have negative effects on health as we age include things such as lack of social interaction, lifestyle habits, injury, and financial issues. Social isolation in an often-overlooked risk factor that can lead to serious illness, or other issues in seniors. Depression among the elderly can go undiagnosed
Life Settlements Might be an Option for Some Senior Consumers Following Recently Announced Premium Hikes for Universal Life Policies For more than 130 million American consumers, life insurance (term or permanent insurance) is a critical component of sound financial planning. But when a permanent life insurance policy becomes too expensive to maintain due to premium increases, the owner is faced with some hard choices. In light of the recently announced premium hikes for certain universal
Financial Help for Life-Threatening Illnesses A video about how life and viatical settlements can empower cancer patients and others with life-threatening illnesses to convert their life insurance into funds to fight illness. Meet Emily. She recently was told by her doctor that she has a life-threatening illness and she’ll need more care and assistance than her health insurance will cover or her family can afford. Her husband James is worried because he knows they need to explore every option
