When assessing how much life insurance you need, take a systematic approach instead of relying on rules of thumb.

Know when to get life insurance and when you might want to skip coverage Written By Written by Insurance Staff Writer, WSJ | Buy Side Kimberly Lankford is an insurance staff writer at Buy Side. Edited ...

It's estimated that 74 million Americans don't have life insurance, with another 25 million admitting they need more coverage than what they already have, according to LIMRA's 2025 Insurance Barometer ...

With this type of insurance, you pay a regular monthly (or occasionally, annual) premium to a life insurance company. If you die during the term of the policy, a lump sum is paid out to your family – ...

Several methods can help you calculate how much life insurance you need to financially support loved ones Written By Written by Insurance Staff Writer, WSJ | Buy Side Kimberly Lankford is an insurance ...

You need enough life insurance to cover obligations after you’re gone. A life insurance calculator can help do the math. Many, or all, of the products featured on this page are from our advertising ...

Life insurance is one of those financial decisions that feels simple on the surface but quickly becomes confusing once you try to pin down a number. Ask three people how much coverage you need and you ...