For many households, life insurance provides an essential safety net. Yet only about half of U.S. adults currently have some form of life insurance, and roughly 40% say they need more life insurance.

A life insurance policy can offer financial protection for your dependents or other named beneficiaries by paying for lost income, debts and final expenses after your passing. The MarketWatch Guides ...

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