Life Insurance and Alcohol: What You Need to Know

If you have had issues with alcohol that are on record with either your health, driving or legal records, your insurance rates and options may be affected. Questions on your life insurance question specifically cover alcohol use because alcohol abuse can cause health issues. What should you know about the relationship that exists between life insurance and alcohol? Today, take some time to get a better understanding of this issue. How Could Alcohol Affect Your Life Insurance? Whether or not you have been diagnosed with alcoholism or specific alcohol-related medical…

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A Guide to Car Insurance for People with Criminal Convictions

Not long ago, CNN carried a story about the financial and social hardships encountered by the nearly 70 million American adults with criminal records. If you have a criminal conviction, expect to be treated unequally when looking for car insurance. Auto insurance companies could charge you more or deny you coverage based on your criminal record. But don’t despair. You still have a chance at getting decent auto insurance. Read on and learn why insurers are wary of people with criminal convictions and how to get affordable auto insurance.  Why…

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Allstate Corporation ALNY life insurance and annuity business sales close

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The insurer has announced the receipt of all necessary regulatory approval for the sale closures. The Allstate Corporation (NYSE stock symbol ALL) has announced that it has closed the sale of its Allstate Life Insurance Company of New York (ALNY) to Wilton Re. The sale of ALNY was announced as having closed for about $400 million. The insurer announced the closure of the sale of the life insurance and annuity business when it obtained all the regulatory approvals it needed to move forward. “Closing on the sale of ALNY is…

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