When Business Insurance Stops Matching the Business It Protects
⏲ 4 min read ⏲ As businesses grow, insurance strategies often stay frozen. Periodic review ensures coverage evolves alongside valuation, ownership structure, and risk exposure.
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Flexible Funding Approaches That Keep ILITs From Becoming a Burden
⏲ 4 min read ⏲ Rigid funding structures can undermine even well-designed ILITs. Flexibility in premium strategy helps preserve long-term success and family harmony
The Overlooked Planning Implication Hidden in the Connelly Decision
⏲ 4 min read ⏲ Beyond the headlines, certain court decisions reveal planning nuances that advisors can leverage—or ignore at their clients’ expense.
The Hidden Tax Risk of Self-Funding Long-Term Care
⏲ 4 min read ⏲ Paying for care out of pocket may seem straightforward, but it can trigger significant tax consequences. Planning ahead reduces both financial and tax exposure.
Designing Indexed UL with a Clear Exit Strategy in Mind
⏲ 4 min read ⏲ Not every policy should be held forever. Building an exit strategy into indexed UL design helps manage risk and preserve flexibility.
Using Long-Term Care Planning to Improve Tax Efficiency
⏲ 4 min read ⏲ Certain LTC strategies can offer tax advantages beyond protection. When structured properly, premiums may support broader tax planning objectives.
Has Product “Style Drift” Changed How Indexed UL Should Be Evaluated
⏲ 6 min read ⏲ As indexed UL products evolve, their risk and reward profiles can shift. Advisors need to understand how style drift affects long-term expectations and suitability.
The Buy-Sell Cost Basis Problem Most Owners Don’t See Coming
⏲ 5 min read ⏲
Cost basis issues can quietly undermine buy-sell plans. Proactive design helps prevent unintended tax consequences at the worst possible time.
Finding a Middle Ground Between MYGAs and FIAs
⏲ 3 min read ⏲ Some clients want more than a MYGA but less complexity than an FIA. Understanding hybrid positioning helps fill that gap.
Using Downside-Protected Life Insurance as a Strategic Income Tool
⏲ 7 min read ⏲ Some life insurance structures can support income planning while managing downside risk. Understanding the tradeoffs is essential to using them effectively.
