Life insurance provides financial protection by offering a payout to loved ones after your death, helping cover expenses, replace income, and secure their future.

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Whole life insurance is a form of permanent life insurance, which means the coverage remains in force until you die as long ...

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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.

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