For years, life settlements have been associated almost exclusively with seniors who have experienced significant health declines. Most people—even those in the financial services or insurance sectors—believe that selling a life insurance policy is only an option for clients facing serious health concerns or terminal illnesses. But the life settlement market is evolving. There is […]
For many seniors, a life insurance policy is among their most valuable assets. Yet, as financial needs evolve in retirement, these same policies can become burdens—especially when premiums are no longer affordable, or the coverage is no longer necessary. That’s where life settlements come in. And at SFS Life Settlements, we specialize in guiding financial […]
The life settlement industry has matured dramatically over the past few decades. What was once a largely unknown financial tool has now become a viable and often lucrative option for policyowners looking to monetize their unwanted or unneeded life insurance policies. However, as life settlements have become more mainstream, many policyowners, financial professionals, and even […]
In the world of personal finance and insurance planning, opportunities often go unnoticed simply because people aren’t aware of them. One of the most overlooked tools for seniors and their advisors is the life settlement—a financial strategy that can unlock hidden value from a life insurance policy that is no longer wanted, needed, or affordable. […]
When most people think about life settlements, they envision seniors in their late 60s, 70s, or even 80s selling life insurance policies they no longer need. Traditionally, that’s been the target market: individuals aged 65 and older with life insurance policies of $100,000 or more. However, exciting changes are opening the door to a new […]
When life insurance becomes a financial burden instead of a safety net, many seniors and their advisors begin exploring life settlements as a solution. But what if the policyholder doesn’t need a big payout today—but would still like to preserve some benefits for their loved ones while eliminating costly premiums? Enter the Retained Death Benefit […]
1. Be the Hero to Your Clients Many seniors don’t know they have options when it comes to their life insurance policies. They may feel that they are stuck paying expensive premiums for a policy they no longer need or that doesn’t fit their current life situation. This lack of awareness creates a unique opportunity […]
Life settlements are becoming an increasingly viable option for policyholders who no longer need, want, or can afford their life insurance policies. For financial advisors, understanding when a life settlement might be the right solution for a client is a critical part of offering comprehensive financial planning services. A life settlement can provide clients with […]
As an advisor, understanding all the options available to your clients is crucial to making informed decisions and providing the best guidance possible. Life settlements are one such option that many financial and insurance advisors are unfamiliar with, often because of misunderstandings or misconceptions surrounding the process. Life settlements can be an excellent tool to […]
The estate tax exemption, a crucial component in estate planning, has been the subject of much debate and uncertainty in recent years. For high-net-worth (HNW) individuals, these discussions could have significant ramifications for their life insurance policies. In particular, many have taken out large life insurance policies within Irrevocable Life Insurance Trusts (ILITs) in anticipation […]