Stats, demographics suggest life settlements industry well positioned for long-term growth

The U.S. life settlement industry appears to be well positioned for sustained long-term growth, based on sales trends, consumer demographics and awareness, the regulatory...

N.J. Supreme Court voids STOLI policies

Ruling finds stranger-originated life insurance violates public policy and are void at the outset.

5 Best & Worst States for Life Settlement Potential

New U.S. Life Settlement Index from Harbor Life Settlements ranks every state on seven weighted attributes.

Landmark life settlement case brings up fundamental questions for carriers, agents

A potential landmark case for the life settlement industry is not exactly on the fast track to being settled. Nevertheless, the industry will be...

Life Settlements roundup: LISA leaks spring conference agenda; broker portal, calculator tools debut

Regulatory developments a big topic for May 6-8 LISA conference; online platform for life settlement brokers to quickly share case files debuts; Broker unveils tool so life policyholders can get an instant estimate of policy value on the secondary market.

Recent life settlement transactions reveal broad social utility

Life settlement brokerage firm says seniors are selling unwanted life policies to solve a wide range of financial challenges.

Saliva tests as longevity predictor inch closer to becoming a true disruptor for life...

Life Epigenetics announces that two major insurers will test its exclusive lifespan-predictive technology – purported to be a more accurate and economical way to help carriers determine appropriate premiums for individuals.

Congress re-introduces bill to create a tax-free LTC-Life Settlement Benefit Account

In a continuing effort to bring private-market solutions for funding long-term care to seniors and their families, Congress recently re-introduced the bill H.R. 7203,...

Federal legislation allowing seniors to use life insurance proceeds for long-term care costs tax-free...

Proposed law would save billions for taxpayers, improve quality of life for millions of seniors.

More than 4 in 10 life policyholders don’t know they can sell their policy

Harbor Life Settlements’ 2020 Life Settlement & Retirement Survey shows knowledge gaps may be costing life insurance policyholders.