life insurance policies

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  West Virginia files 69 unclaimed property suits

  By Arthur D. Postal  |  May 17, 2013

  Different from those in other states, the suits demand payment of penalties and punitive interest.

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  California bill would regulate chronic care hybrids

  By Allison Bell  |  May 14, 2013

  Senate Bill 281 has the support of the state's life and health insurers.

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  The state of the game

  By Arthur D. Postal  |  May 13, 2013

  The push for tax revenues is pitting states against insurers over the issue of unclaimed funds.

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  Calif. sues Texas insurer over escheat records

  By Arthur D. Postal  |  May 13, 2013

  California's controller alleges American National Insurance has been stonewalling his record requests.

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  GAO critical of Death Master File

  By Arthur D. Postal  |  May 10, 2013

  The Government Accountability Office says the DMF is not the last word on death reports.

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  Conning forms alliance with Ramius

  By Noah Guillaume  |  May 8, 2013

  The two are jointly developing new customized alternative investment strategies for insurers.

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  Section 1035 alternatives for long-term care protection

  By Robert L. Cochran  |  May 7, 2013

  Section 1035 exchanges provide creative and tax-favored approaches to helping clients prepare for their future.

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  The coming storm in trust-owned life insurance — and how you can cope

  By Bill Kaufman  |  April 25, 2013

  Mortality charge increases and dividend decreases are likely on the way. Are your clients ready?

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  The road to comprehensive tax reform

  By Arthur D. Postal  |  April 23, 2013

  Is the administration’s proposal to cap retirement accounts a prelude to taxing the buildup inside life insurance policies?

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  Vapor on paper: Coming to an annuity near you

  By Sheryl J. Moore  |  April 19, 2013

  Ultimately, the insurance company must have control over the illustrated values on insurance contracts.