Take the Vacation of a Lifetime

February 28th, 2008 by Life Insurance News

People tend to dream of a vacation of a lifetime and always have an excuse for not taking it. They are either too busy or the kids are too young. They do not have enough money or there is not enough time. But, then, time begins to run out and people approach the end of their lives without ever having taken the vacation of a lifetime. Elderly individuals may find that they do not have the money necessary to take the trip they have always dreamed of and resign themselves to never doing what they dreamed of. However, this does not have to be the case with life settlements. That is because life settlement providers will allow for you to sell your insurance policy for an agreed upon price and trade in your policy. This will give you the cash you need to travel and enjoy the rest of your days. Of course, the life settlement company will continue paying your premiums and will receive the face value of your policy upon your death. But, you are better off making the deal and actually enjoying the last days of your life.

Gas RC Car

February 28th, 2008 by Life Insurance News

If you are looking for the finest RC truck, then look no further than the RC Monster Truck from Associated Electric. This high quality toy delivers monster truck performance in a mini sized package. At 1/18th scale, this model is built to impress. It features a mini MGT flag body, chrome wheels and monster truck tires with AE logos in the tread. It is powered by an inline mounted Super 370 high performance motor that is bolted straight onto an aluminum motor mount.If you’re looking for a mini-monster truck with the big performance that will crush the competition, then this is your machine.

If the latest gas RC car is more your style, then take a look at Team Associated’s Nitro TC3. It has been upgraded with a larger engine, and a better transmission system. To make it look as stylish as possible, they included chrome 8-spoke wheels, and topped it off with a Pro-Line “Crowd Pleazer” body with new, modern sport-compact style graphics. It comes with a quick-fill Nitro fuel bottle and a rechargeable glow igniter. The car is fully upgradeable with their extensive line of Factory Team performance components. There are plenty of great deals to be found online on everything from plastic model car kits, to the latest radio controlled toys, so take a look today.

The Benefits of an Airplane GPS

February 28th, 2008 by Life Insurance News

When you add a GPS antenna to your plane then you will experience quite a few benefits. This is especially the case if you are flying for aerial applications like aerial surveying and others. When high aircraft positioning is necessary a GPS antenna is especially beneficial. For example, your flight time will be reduced significantly because the GPS antenna makes the turning time for the aircraft much less. The time may be reduced as much as four minutes, which offer a great deal of time savings. Another benefit of your airplane GPS is that your efficiency is increased. There are no lost signals so you will always be on target and save time, increasing efficiency. That is great news because you have more time to read sky charts and things of that nature. You may not need to read your aviation maps as much, either, when you use a GPS antenna on your plane because of the constant connection to GPS. Another benefit is that the flight cost is greatly reduced because of the greater efficiency. The final benefit is that the minimal investment associated with a GPS antenna really makes it worthwhile.

Use of GPS Antennas on Planes

February 28th, 2008 by Life Insurance News

There are many great uses of GPS antennas on planes. First of all, since the antenna is right on the plane there is no lost signal, which makes it easy to access aviation maps whenever you need to. You may need to access your air navigation charts at a moment’s notice and the GPS antenna allows you to do this. There are many other uses of GPS antennas on planes, too, that makes the installation of this type of antenna a no brainer.

For example, you can use this antenna to assist with surveys, photography, terrain mapping, and other uses that are for the purposes of gathering information. The aviation GPS is such a benefit that there is no reason for all pilots not to have one installed on their plane. The benefits certainly outweigh any small drawback that might exist and the cost is minimal. Of course, there are quite a few different antennas on the market and some are better than others for different purposes. As a result, pilots should do a little bit of research to find the right antenna for their plane and purposes.

Access 2007 Tutorial

February 28th, 2008 by Life Insurance News

Microsoft Office Access is a relational database management system that widely used across the world. This powerful program offers users many powerful features, but they will only help you if you have the proper Access 2007 training.CBTPlanet.com offers some of the finest computer and employee career training available. Their goal is to bring instruction to life regardless of the form it takes. They understand that everyone has their own preferred method of learning, so they use a variety delivery formats. These include self-paced computer based training, full motion training videos, instructor led courses, and IT certification boot camps. Now you can choose to increase your skill set by taking the Access 2007 tutorial that best meet your learning style.

With their Microsoft Access 2007 training course you can learn the major functions and features of this particular version and how to get the most out of your software investment. The self-study training CD allows users to get hands-on practice by doing the steps yourself. You do not even need a copy of Access installed on your computer because the simulated environment allows you to perform actual steps and techniques from within the training software. To get the most out of Microsoft Access, visit CBTPlanet.com today.

Access 2007 Tutorial

February 28th, 2008 by Life Insurance News

Microsoft Office Access is a relational database management system that widely used across the world. This powerful program offers users many powerful features, but they will only help you if you have the proper Access 2007 training.

CBTPlanet.com offers some of the finest computer and employee career training available. Their goal is to bring instruction to life regardless of the form it takes. They understand that everyone has their own preferred method of learning, so they use a variety delivery formats. These include self-paced computer based training, full motion training videos, instructor led courses, and IT certification boot camps. Now you can choose to increase your skill set by taking the Access 2007 tutorial that best meet your learning style.

With their Microsoft Access 2007 training course you can learn the major functions and features of this particular version and how to get the most out of your software investment. The self-study training CD allows users to get hands-on practice by doing the steps yourself. You do not even need a copy of Access installed on your computer because the simulated environment allows you to perform actual steps and techniques from within the training software. To get the most out of Microsoft Access, visit CBTPlanet.com today.

How to retire happy

February 9th, 2008 by Life Insurance News

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WORLD BUSINESS BRIEFING | EUROPE; Britain: Merger To Create Insurer With 9.5. Million Clients

February 9th, 2008 by Life Insurance News

British insurer Resolution will buy rival Friends Provident in all-stock deal that would create one of Britain’s largest life insurers; new company, Friends Financial Group, will be valued at 8.6 billion pounds ($17.7 billion), with 9.5 million customers and assets of 165 million pounds ($340 billion); Resolution’s chairman Clive Cowdery will be chairman of new company

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When MFs bundle add-on benefits - Sify

February 9th, 2008 by Life Insurance News


When MFs bundle add-on benefits
Sify, India -9 hours ago
In the past, we have seen MFs provide add-on benefits like accident insurance, critical illness insurance and even life insurance.

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Incentives for long-term savings are the key - Sify

February 9th, 2008 by Life Insurance News


Incentives for long-term savings are the key
Sify, India -7 hours ago
The industry has registered a growth of almost 50% (life insurance) in the last year and most players are lining up aggressive expansion plans.

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Appeals Court Extends Time for Suit on Holocaust Insurance Payments

February 9th, 2008 by Life Insurance News

The extension potentially revived the long-running dispute over unpaid life insurance claims brought by victims of the Holocaust.

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Holocaust Insurance Case Inches Closer to Settlement

February 9th, 2008 by Life Insurance News

A federal judge cleared the way for a long-running dispute over unpaid life insurance claims for Holocaust victims to move a step closer to a settlement.

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Spitzer Suit Accuses Company of Abuses in Insurance for Elderly and Ill

February 9th, 2008 by Life Insurance News

Coventry First was accused of bid-rigging and other types of fraud in acquiring more than $3.6 billion worth of life insurance policies.

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LIC may write insurance policy for women self-help groups - Economic Times

February 9th, 2008 by Life Insurance News


LIC may write insurance policy for women self-help groups
Economic Times, India -17 hours ago
The Life Insurance Corporation (LIC) is understood to have been asked to work out the modalities of an insurance scheme aimed at providing life cover to
LIC's health insurance plan under IRDA lensTimes of India
Irda asks LIC for clarification on health planBusiness Standard
Investment part of health cover premium not tax exempt: IRDAHindu Business Line
Economic Times
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(Insurance) Policy Shift

February 9th, 2008 by Life Insurance News

Brandon Savage letter, prompted by Dec 17 article on wealthy seniors selling their life insurance policies to investors, says insurers who are concerned about this practice can change way policies are written

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How to do your tax return

February 9th, 2008 by Life Insurance News

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Late in Life, Finding a Bonanza in Life Insurance

February 9th, 2008 by Life Insurance News

Trading in life insurance policies held by wealthy seniors has quietly become a big business for investors.

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Guide to online investing

February 9th, 2008 by Life Insurance News

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Can’t pay the mortgage?

February 9th, 2008 by Life Insurance News

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Mississippi Attorney General Sues State Farm Over Katrina Claims

February 9th, 2008 by Life Insurance News

Mississippi’s attorney general, Jim Hood, said the company failed to honor an agreement for a mass settlement of claims over Hurricane Katrina damage.

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Two British Insurance Companies in Discussions on Possible Merger

February 9th, 2008 by Life Insurance News

Resolution and Friends Provident may look to combine and create a company with a market value of about ?8.3 billion, or $17.1 billion.

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Super jargon breakers

February 9th, 2008 by Life Insurance News

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Ten top tips for your 20s

February 9th, 2008 by Life Insurance News

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Property investing

February 9th, 2008 by Life Insurance News

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The high cost of divorce

February 9th, 2008 by Life Insurance News

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Super: should you DIY?

February 9th, 2008 by Life Insurance News

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How Much Is Enough in Insuring a Life?

February 9th, 2008 by Life Insurance News

If you died today, would your family be destitute, comfortable, or toasting your good planning as they vacationed on the Riviera?

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Safety first

February 9th, 2008 by Life Insurance News

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Steps to being debt-free

February 9th, 2008 by Life Insurance News

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China: Insurer’s Profit Doubles

February 9th, 2008 by Life Insurance News

The China Life Insurance Company, the country’s largest life insurer, said its first-half profit had more than doubled, topping forecasts. It was helped by investment gains in a strong stock market and rising premiums in the fast-growing Chinese economy. China Life said it earned 23.29 billion yuan ($3.08 billion) in the first half, compared with 8.97 billion yuan in the period a year earlier. China Life’s net investment income more than doubled, to 24 billion yuan, from a year earl…

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30 Year Term Life Insurance — Worth Taking A Look? - Best Syndication

February 9th, 2008 by Life Insurance News



Best Syndication
30 Year Term Life Insurance — Worth Taking A Look?
Best Syndication, CA -15 hours ago
(Best Syndication) We all know that one of the perks of purchasing a term life insurance policy, aside from the fact that it is usually cheaper than
Whole Life Insurance Explanation — What Is It?Best Syndication
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AM Best Revises Outlook of Issuer Credit Ratings to Positive for … - FOXBusiness

February 9th, 2008 by Life Insurance News


AM Best Revises Outlook of Issuer Credit Ratings to Positive for
FOXBusiness -12 hours ago
The ratings of Phoenix and its core life insurance entities reflect AM Best's generally positive view of Phoenix's recently announced decision to spin off
Phoenix's ratings affirmed on plan to asset management ops - Moody'sCNNMoney.com
The Phoenix Companies, Inc. Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2007 EarningsTrading Markets (press release)
The Phoenix Companies, Inc. Announces 2008 Investor DayBusiness Wire (press release)
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9 Insurance Policies + 6 Companies + 1 Body = 1 Murder Trial

February 9th, 2008 by Life Insurance News

The case, Justice Albert Tomei of State Supreme Court in Brooklyn reminded the jury, was entirely circumstantial. So instructed, 12 citizens of Kings County filed out of his courtroom yesterday afternoon to ponder the circumstances, which prosecutors said were these:.

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Torchmark Corporation to Present at Merrill Lynch Insurance … - FOXBusiness

February 9th, 2008 by Life Insurance News


Torchmark Corporation to Present at Merrill Lynch Insurance
FOXBusiness -7 Feb 2008
Torchmark has several nationally recognized insurance subsidiaries. Globe Life And Accident is a direct-response provider of life insurance known for its
Aflac Incorporated to Present at the Merrill Lynch 2008 InsuranceCNNMoney.com
Principal Financial Group, Inc. Chairman and CEO to Speak at StreetInsider.com (subscription)
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MetLife and Prudential Post Lower Profits

February 9th, 2008 by Life Insurance News

The life insurance companies MetLife and Prudential Financial said on Wednesday that profits fell in the fourth quarter, hurt by investment losses and, in MetLife’s case, comparison with a large investment gain a year ago.

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Outline your purpose for life insurance - Hattiesburg American

February 9th, 2008 by Life Insurance News


Outline your purpose for life insurance
Hattiesburg American, MS -8 Feb 2008
By Mike James Q. MY WIFE AND I agree that I need more life insurance but I am not sure as to what type of insurance I need. I'm an 42-year-old with two

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Reverse mortgages

February 9th, 2008 by Life Insurance News

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Protective Life Issues 2008 Outlook - Forbes

February 9th, 2008 by Life Insurance News


Protective Life Issues 2008 Outlook
Forbes, NY -8 Feb 2008
The earnings estimate is based on the ongoing effect of run-off of older policies, competitive pricing pressures and underwriting of life insurance business
Protective Life Earnings Fall 29 PercentCNNMoney.com
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Putting a Price on the Priceless: One Life

February 9th, 2008 by Life Insurance News

Assigning a dollar value to a person’s life might seem impossible, not to mention unthinkable. But after a wrongful death, the needs of the surviving family often lead to that grim calculation.

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Affordable Life Insurance without the Health Exam - DentalPlans.com

February 9th, 2008 by Life Insurance News


Affordable Life Insurance without the Health Exam
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"If you have debt that will survive you, you need life insurance to protect loved ones left behind," says Scott Luchesi, president of Garden State Life

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Buying your first home

February 9th, 2008 by Life Insurance News

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How to pick a fund

February 9th, 2008 by Life Insurance News

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To rent or buy?

February 9th, 2008 by Life Insurance News

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AG Swanson settles one insurance lawsuit, files another - Bizjournals.com

February 9th, 2008 by Life Insurance News


AG Swanson settles one insurance lawsuit, files another
Bizjournals.com, NC -7 Feb 2008
Swanson's office settled its lawsuit against Iowa-based American Equity Investment Life Insurance Company, the third largest issuer of equity indexed
Another insurer settles annuities suitMinneapolis Star Tribune (subscription)
Minnesota AG Settles Annuities CaseForbes
DM firms sued over annuity salesDesMoinesRegister.com
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Boost retirement income

February 9th, 2008 by Life Insurance News

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Settlement Approved in Suit Against Italian Insurer

February 9th, 2008 by Life Insurance News

The judgment ended a long-running dispute over payments on life insurance policies taken out by Holocaust victims.

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Video Over IP

February 6th, 2008 by Life Insurance News

IP video is a new video conferencing technology that has been garnering a good bit of excitement over the past few months. With video over IP, the internet is used as the transmission medium. With just a camera, microphone, monitor and codecs, IP video allows you to participate in live, interactive video conferences in a conference room setting, via a medium-sized monitor, or at your desktop computer. The video traffic is carried along your Ethernet connection and out to the Internet, which connects you with any other setup capable of making IP video calls. There are many fine businesses available online that specialize in creating software and providing the infrastructure tools to support the growing myriad of applications in the distributed IP Video market.

It is common knowledge that business owners today need to rely on multiple methods to distribute a wide variety of content. And the desire to deal with just a single provider, delivery method, and invoice has created even more opportunities in this challenging area. With a proper conference IP video solution, users are able to create the network infrastructure required to deliver custom training and interactive distance learning systems, digital retail media solutions, media and entertainment systems and many more emerging video applications.

Digital Signage Software

February 6th, 2008 by Life Insurance News

Digital signage is a form of advertising that offers businesses superior return on investment compared to traditional printed signs. They provide a way in which content and messages can be displayed on an electronic screen and changes can be made without physical modification to the sign. This means that changes can be made quickly and cost effectively, and targeted messages can be distributed to hundreds or thousands of displays at once.

There are many different types of digital signs including scrolling message boards, LCD or plasma displays, electronic billboards, projection screens and more. Plasma and LCD screens are still the most popular options, but that may change as the cost of new digital technologies continues to fall. Dynamic digital signage works well for multiple applications such as providing special product news or upcoming events. Because of their novelty, this type of advertising often helps a company’s content stand out in crowded public areas. Thanks to groundbreaking digital signage software, the market has also developed a variety of creative uses such as polarized projection film, which allows high-contrast images to be projected directly onto store windows or displays that appear to float in mid-air.

PowerPoint to Flash

February 6th, 2008 by Life Insurance News

If you have ever tried to convert your powerpoint presentation into a flash movie then you know how much of a hassle it can be. PointeCast Publisher is a PowerPoint plugin that can automatically convert your PowerPoint 2000, XP/2002, and 2003 presentations into a highly compressed, internet ready presentation in the Macromedia Flash format. This will make it much easier for your clients and employees to view your presentations and online training as all they will need is an internet connection.

PointeCast Publisher contains several powerful tools that will greatly extend the standard PowerPoint capabilities to allow you to create stunning, interactive Flash presentations, elearning software, and even online training. With the ability to record narration that is synchronized with your slides and animations you will be able to convey important point, at the specific location in the presentation your desire. You can also add atmosphere to your powerpoint flash presentations by using a background audio track and even import and edit standard audio files. Because PointeCast handles Flash so well, it is easy to add Flash graphics, movies, applications and video, directly into your PowerPoint slides. You can even get a free 15 day trial version of the program to see for yourself how easy it is to use.

Learning Management System

February 6th, 2008 by Life Insurance News

When I would deliver powerpoint presentations to my clients I always wished there was a way for them to watch my presentations from home over the internet. Well now this is a new powerpoint to flash conversion program that can quickly convert your presentations into the Macromedia Flash format for easy distribution and viewing via the internet, CD-ROM, and email. PointeCast Publisher is a PowerPoint plug-in that does just that.

The industry leading Flash conversion process reduces your presentations file size 90% smaller than the original PowerPoint file. With the ability to control the media quality it is possible to set audio and image, and even fidelity, conversion quality for your published Flash presentations. With the professional version of the software you can even set the program to load the converted Flash presentation into your Learning management system for advanced distribution, management, and tracking options. And if you are looking for an even easier way to get your online training to the right people, PointeCast Portal is the software you need. With Portal you get your own private and secure LMS website where you can organize, manage and distribute your online training with absolutely zero IT hassles.