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Buying Life Insurance in December / Year-End: Smart Move or Sales Trap?
Buying life insurance in December is often more sales pressure than real savings. Learn why year-end “deals” can mislead consumers, how age and health truly determine pricing, and why an independent second opinion from a Licensed Life Insurance Analyst and LifeInsuranceReview.com (LIR) is essential. Protect yourself—and your clients—before buying any policy.
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5 days ago4 min read


Insurance Agent Formal Lawsuit Complaint
This formal lawsuit complaint review shows how misleading IUL sales, unrealistic illustrations, and hidden risks can lead to major financial harm. It’s a clear reminder why every consumer and professional should strongly recommend an independent second opinion—ideally from a Licensed Life Insurance Analyst. Cash value policies can lapse due to performance issues, making expert, conflict-free reviews essential.
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Nov 224 min read


Agents & Life Insurance Companies Can Be Sued & Be Liable
Agents and life insurance companies can be sued and be liable for misrepresentation and negligent sales practices, especially with rising IUL and premium financing lawsuits. Consumers and professionals should always get an independent second opinion from a Licensed Life Insurance Analyst. LifeInsuranceReview.com (LIR) provides unbiased, fiduciary policy reviews that protect clients and prevent costly mistakes before they lead to litigation.
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Nov 144 min read


Using AI to Do a Policy Review: Helpful, But Never a Replacement for a Licensed Analyst
Discover how using AI like ChatGPT or Gemini can assist in reviewing your life insurance policy — but why only a Licensed Life Insurance Analyst at LifeInsuranceReview.com (LIR) can provide a truly independent, fiduciary-level second opinion you can trust.
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Nov 74 min read


🎃Buyer Beware: Be Cautious and Protect Yourself from Being Sold
Buyer Beware! Learn the top 3 Halloween scares of buying life insurance — bad policies, hidden costs, and underinsurance. Discover why getting an independent second opinion from a licensed life insurance analyst at LifeInsuranceReview.com protects consumers and professionals alike.
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Oct 314 min read


Policy Charges & Expenses Page Often Not Disclosed
Most agents don’t show the Policy Charges & Expenses page — it’s not required to be included unless requested, and too technical to explain. Learn why consumers and professionals should get independent reviews from LifeInsuranceReview.com (LIR) before buying or recommending a policy.
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Oct 175 min read


Life Insurance Product Concepts and Illustrations Are Not Reality
Life insurance and annuity illustrations often look perfect on paper — but they’re not reality. Discover how fiduciary, fee-based reviews from California-licensed Life Insurance Analysts at LifeInsuranceReview.com protect clients and professionals from misleading projections.
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Oct 115 min read


Questions to Ask After Being Sold Life Insurance
Learn the 5 key questions to ask after being sold life insurance and why getting a second opinion from a licensed Life Insurance Analyst at LifeInsuranceReview.com protects both consumers and professionals from unsuitable policies.
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Oct 34 min read


Premium Finance Review & Rescue
Protect yourself from failing premium finance life insurance. Learn how LIR’s Premium Finance Review & Rescue helps consumers & advisors avoid costly mistakes.
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Sep 194 min read


IUL AG 49 Illustration Regulations AG49-A, AG49-B, Soon AG49-C
Did you know that most Indexed Universal Life (IUL) policies fall far short of their original projections? Since their launch in 1997, IULs have been sold as powerful cash value accumulation and death benefit tools—but the reality often doesn’t match the glossy illustrations.
That’s why state regulators keep revising Actuarial Guideline 49 (AG 49). First introduced in 2015, it became AG 49-A in 2020, then AG 49-B in 2023—with AG 49-C already on the horizon. Each new version
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Sep 123 min read


The Life Insurance Review (LIR) Challenge!
Life Insurance Awareness Month: Get a second independent review by a licensed life insurance analyst agency today! When it comes to life...
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Sep 54 min read


What is a Licensed Life Insurance Analyst – and Why Work With One
Most people buy life insurance from an agent or broker, but for complex policies like IUL, Whole Life, and VUL, the smarter choice may be a Licensed Life Insurance Analyst. Unlike sales-driven professionals, analysts provide objective, fee-based reviews, aligning your policies with financial and estate planning goals. At LifeInsuranceReview.com (LIR), clients gain unbiased expertise to protect their wealth and future.
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Aug 225 min read


Why “0% No Loss” in IUL Is Misleading — And Why an Independent Second Opinion from LifeInsuranceReview (LIR) Matters
Many agents sell Indexed Universal Life (IUL) on the promise of “0% no loss” or even a 1% floor—but that’s only half the story. Policy charges and rising insurance costs mean “zero” years are actually negative, often -2% to -2.5% net. Floors above 0% are usually temporary, can be reduced anytime, and come with hidden costs. That’s why IULs must be explained and designed properly—and why an independent review from LifeInsuranceReview.com (LIR) is essential.
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Aug 154 min read


Life Insurance Confidential 1st Book
LifeInsuranceReview.com (LIR) announces its first book in the Life Insurance Confidential series — Don’t Let Yourself Own a Bad Policy, by Chief Life Insurance Analyst John Nguyen, EA, CLU®, ChFC®. This consumer guide exposes industry practices, reveals why most policies can be improved, and empowers readers to demand transparency, act in their best interest, and seek independent reviews.
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Aug 83 min read


Life Insurance, Annuities, Disability & LTC After the OBBB Act
Many agents are selling life insurance, annuities, disability, and LTC policies based on outdated or self-serving advice. The new OBBB Act changes the tax landscape, reducing the need for many of these products — yet the sales push continues. LifeInsuranceReview.com offers independent, fiduciary policy reviews to help you avoid being sold and start making decisions in your best interest.
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Aug 16 min read


IUL Index Allocations: Why the Hype Leads to Disappointing Results
Indexed Universal Life (IUL) policies often promise high returns based on various indexes, but many fail to meet expectations. Backtested results can be misleading, and alternative indexes typically underperform compared to the S&P 500. Despite high participation rates, poor market performance means zero returns. Agents often oversell IULs with overly optimistic illustrations. About 8 out of 10 IULs reviewed show significant cash value shortfalls. Be cautious and fully unders
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Jul 254 min read


Importance of Life Insurance Health Underwriting
Life insurance underwriting can make or break your approval and pricing. At LifeInsuranceReview.com (LIR), we specialize in complex cases that other brokers can’t solve. Recently, we secured $34.5M in coverage for a client who was declined by 14 companies. Our expertise, in-depth medical reviews, and carrier relationships give clients the best chance at approval—even when others have failed.
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Jul 183 min read


Exposing IUL Charges & Fees: What Most Clients Never See (But Should)
Most IUL policy illustrations leave out key pages—like Charges & Expenses and Internal Rate of Return—that reveal the true costs. At LifeInsuranceReview.com, we’re fee-based experts who help clients and their advisors uncover hidden fees, compare options, and make informed decisions. If you don’t see these pages, you’re not getting the full picture.
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Jul 115 min read


“Dear Policyholder – I am your Life Policy" - A Letter That Reflects the Heart of Your Life Insurance and the Mission of LifeInsuranceReview.com
LifeInsuranceReview.com created its own “Dear Policyholder” letter to remind clients that their life insurance policy was not sold to them—but purposefully chosen after a thorough, unbiased review. As consumer advocates, LIR helps people truly understand their coverage, uncover better options, and buy with clarity. This heartfelt letter is now shared publicly to inspire informed choices and protect families with confidence.
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Jul 43 min read


Buyer Beware: When Life Insurance Agents/Brokers Overstep – Why LIR is Your Consumer Advocate
LifeInsuranceReview.com exposes how life insurance-only agents overstep, giving unauthorized investment/tax advice. We empower consumers with unbiased info & fee-only reviews, advocating for your financial best interest. Learn to document pitches, seek fiduciary advice, and use the 'Free Look Period' to avoid costly errors.
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Jun 276 min read

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