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Buying Life Insurance and Annuities | Mass.gov
Buying Life Insurance and Annuities
Insurance can be a major item in your family's budget. If you are like many consumers, you might be confused by what you are buying. This is often true in buying life insurance and annuities, because there are so many choices available.
This material has been developed by your Massachusetts Division of Insurance to help you make good choices about life insurance and annuities. This guide addresses questions such as: what kinds of insurance and annuities are available; the common pitfalls you need to be careful about; and, how to choose among different policies or companies. This guide does not recommend any specific type of life insurance or annuity or any insurance company. Each consumer has to make those decisions based on their individual needs.
In this guide, you can find out how to get more information or to file a complaint. Your Massachusetts State government is always ready to assist you in protecting your rights as a consumer.
Buying Life Insurance and Annuities in Massachusetts Part 1
Thinking About Buying Life Insurance or an Annuity
What are the Benefits of Life Insurance, Annuities, and Variable Annuities?
Buying Life Insurance and Annuities in Massachusetts Part 2
Whole Life Insurance, Universal Life Insurance, Variable Life Insurance
Buying Life Insurance and Annuities in Massachusetts Part 3
What Different Kinds of Annuity Arrangements are Available?
Single Premium or (Flexible or Scheduled) Installment Premium
Immediate Annuity or Deferred Annuity
What Charges May Be Subtracted From The Annuity's Value?
Is There Always a Charge When You Take Money Out Early?
How Much Will an Annuity Cost?
How Long Are Annuity Payments Made?
Does my Annuity Have Other Benefits as Well as Income and a Death Benefit?
Questions You Should Ask Yourself Before You Buy An Annuity
Questions You Should Ask Your Sales Agent Or Broker Before You Buy An Annuity
Buying Life Insurance and Annuities in Massachusetts Part 4
Buying Life Insurance and Annuities in Massachusetts Part 5
Understanding The Sales Materials/Illustrations
Buying Life Insurance and Annuities in Massachusetts Part 6
Taking Care of Your Insurance Policies
Buying Life Insurance and Annuities in Massachusetts Part 7
Glossary Of Insurance And Annuities Terms