Planning

10 Misconceptions About Life Insurance

Posted by ALLISON BARTON – Empire Life Insurance with Care Blog   Why do some consumers have so many misconceptions about life insurance? People seldom like to consider their own mortality and life insurance is rarely a topic of conversation. However, understanding the benefits of life insurance can help you plan for the future so life…

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Life insurance: Term, permanent – or both?

By Dave Dineen – Brighterlife.ca Understanding the difference between permanent and term life insurance will help you choose the protection you need – and prevent regrets in the future. How would you feel 20 to 30 years after buying a product that has done exactly what it was supposed to do? Pretty good, right? No…

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Let’s talk about…term insurance

Let’s talk about…what term insurance can do for you Whether you just got married, celebrated the birth of a child or purchased a new home, your life is evolving. And that means your insurance protection should have the flexibility to evolve too. That’s where term life insurance products can help. Term insurance products from ivari…

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Insurance Lingo – Your Quick Reference Guide [Infographic]

Posted by ALLISON BARTON Empire Life Insuring with Care Blog Shopping for insurance can be challenging and confusing given the unfamiliar terms that are used in the industry. To help, we have created your quick reference Insurance Lingo infographic. Whether you are just starting your search for insurance, just got approved, or just need a refresher,…

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Protect What you Work for

WHEN YOU FIRST STARTED  WORKING,  you may not have given insurance a second thought. However, as you enter your peak earning years, you have a lot more to protect. It’s likely that you and your family depend on your salary for the lifestyle you enjoy – and life, critical illness and disability insurance can help…

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Six creative ways to teach your kids about money

By  BrighterLife.ca Understanding financial issues is challenging enough for adults, so it’s no wonder many parents struggle when it comes to teaching them to kids. According to a Harris/Decima Youth Financial Literacy Study  for the Canadian Institute of Chartered Accountants, 84% of Canadians believe young people are ill-prepared to manage their finances when they enter the workforce.…

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Life Insurance Mistakes to Avoid

by ALLISON BARTON Empire Life Insuring with Care Blog There is no question that confusion exists when it comes to the topic of life insurance, and where there is confusion, mistakes can happen. So, to help you learn from other’s experiences, here are some common life insurance mistakes to avoid before, during and after you make…

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Money Facts 2016

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Which investments can reduce your tax bill?

By Tessa Wilmott Taxes may be inescapable, but your choice of investments can have a huge impact on how much tax you pay. It all depends on your personal situation and how you structure your investment portfolio. Investment income A basic investment portfolio can generate three types of income: Interest income. If you have a…

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Is your employer responsible for supporting your health?

BrighterLife.ca Sun Life asked Canadians whether they think their employer has any responsibility for their physical and psychological health, as part of the sixth annual Sun Life Canadian Health Index. Here’s what they had to say.

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