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The lowdown on universal life plans
There are many risks involved, especially if the plan is in a foreign currency. - The Business Times
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Get covered
You never know when disaster might hit your home, so insure your dream property for peace.
Not told medical insurance plan does not cover pregnancy
Why can't insurance companies offer extensive coverage in one policy, instead of making consumers spend more to buy many different policies.
Bumper year for many insurers
Investment returns in 2009 were 9-23%, allowing the companies to either maintain or raise bonuses. -BT
Crooked claims
How far will some people go to make easy money out of insurers? -ST
Insurance in a time of uncertainty
Why extend my coverage to $1m at age 47? Because I travel a lot and I want my family provided for should anything happen to me. -ST
Hidden insurance charges? I don't think so...
No additional charges levied, as far as can be seen from statements. -ST
Investment-linked policies can benefit customers
Many policyholders benefit from a larger portion of investment premiums. -ST
New insurance law addresses pitfalls of trusts
Holders of life policies can amend nominations at any time without nominees' consent. -ST
S'poreans grossly under-insured: Study
Average person covered for only a third of $495k needed. -ST
Insurance still important in recession
More S'poreans hold on to their policies during slump: survey. -BT
In hard times, take cover
The time to take up medical insurance is when you're still in good health. -ST
Girls just gotta have funds
Women can end up in dire straits if they are clueless about family finances. -ST
Consultant has all bases covered
Her entire family is insured and she makes investments only after doing her homework. -ST
Bye to archaic life policy law
Current law does not allow a policyholder to change his beneficiary, even after circumstances such as a divorce. -ST
Income launches 3-pronged plan
Focuses on protection, retirement and health for its members.
The day I almost lost my head
Swayed by the crowd, I nearly gave up my eight AIA policies but good sense prevailed.
Mum with Midas touch for property
Almost all her property investments have paid off so far. Next: An Alpine ski chalet?
Before you surrender your AIA policy...
Thinking of cashing out your plan despite official reassurances? Here's a checklist to consider first.
 
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