A life insurance beneficiary is someone who is legally designated to receive the death benefit of the insurer. When the policyholder dies, beneficiaries receive a sum of money as long as several ...

When it comes to life insurance, choosing beneficiaries can be a daunting process. We all want the best for our loved ones, especially when we are planning for the end of our life, but it can be ...

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Les Masterson is a deputy editor and insurance analyst at Forbes Advisor. He has been a journalist, reporter, editor and content creator for more than 25 years. He has covered insurance for a decade, ...

A beneficiary is the person you choose to receive your life insurance death benefit after you die. You can choose multiple beneficiaries and designate a certain percentage of the death benefit for ...