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I have group life insurance through work. Is it enough?

Take It Personel-ly

Employer-sponsored life insurance comes as a well-intentioned perk for loyal employees. Getting covered through work is a less expensive way to protect your family, especially when you need life insurance but haven’t shopped around for one yet. On the […].

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How a living benefit rider can add value to life insurance

Higginbotham

Many people purchase life insurance as a way to ensure that their loved ones will be financially secure in the event of their untimely death. But, if your life insurance policy has a living benefit rider, you may also be able to claim benefits for yourself during your lifetime. What is a living benefit rider?

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4 considerations when choosing employee benefits for the first time

WEX Inc.

Keep these factors in mind: Medical needs: Estimate your medical needs for the coming year. Do you anticipate regular doctor visits, ongoing prescriptions, or any planned medical procedures. Limited FSA as a savings account: Limited FSAs can also be used as a savings account for anticipated medical expenses.

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What Workers Need to Know About Group Life Insurance

InterWest Insurance Services

Voluntary group life insurance is offered to employees as an optional benefit, and often employers will pay the small premium as an employee retention tool and to provide workers some peace of mind for their families. Internal Revenue Code Section 79 governs the taxation of this employer-provided life insurance.

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The pros and cons of term life insurance vs. permanent life insurance

Higginbotham

One of the first and most important responsibilities embraced by every breadwinner is life insurance. Should they lose your support, life insurance will immediately pay your beneficiary the cash value of the life insurance policy, with no taxes owed, providing a lifeline to resolve debts and pay living expenses.

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Voluntary benefits: A guide for your first-time enrollees

WEX Inc.

Here are some prime examples: Supplemental life insurance : This benefit allows you to bolster your life insurance coverage, ensuring your loved ones are well taken care of in case of the unexpected. They can genuinely improve your quality of life. Don’t hesitate to ask questions and seek guidance.

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Crafting Joy for Workers, Hobby Lobby Announces a Wage Hike

HR Digest

Along with Hobby Lobby’s current wage hike, the shopping chain also provides other fiscal and medical benefits like a medical and dental plan, 401(k) with generous company match, a flexible spending plan, life insurance, etc.

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