Reuters) - Life insurer MetLife Inc (NYSE:MET - News) recently approached life and property insurer Hartford Financial Services Group Inc (NYSE:HIG - News) about a merger transaction, The Wall Street Journal said citing people familiar with the discussions. The talks didn't ... [full story]

NEW YORK (AP) -- MetLife Inc. said Tuesday its third-quarter results will be marked by a drop in investment income and fee revenue amid the downturn in world financial markets. The insurer said it expects to report third-quarter income from continuing ... [full story]

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In tough economic times, people are sometimes left scrambling for cash to meet everyday expenses and lifestyle demands. Your life insurance policy is a possible source of funds - but should you tap into it? There are certainly some ... [full story]

A Major American Insurer often runs ads that talk about how rapidly life can change. The Life Insurance Settlement Association, the voice of the industry, has always been aware of this fact. This is part of the reason it has ... [full story]

NEW YORK, Oct. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- With the economy in flux and 401-K plans losing value every day, more and more baby boomers realize that they will need to continue working much longer than they ever expected, and they're rethinking ... [full story]

DARIEN, Ill., Sept. 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Insure.com, Inc. (Nasdaq: NSUR - News) is today reminding consumers that financial strength is the single most important factor that a consumer should consider in selecting a company from which to buy life insurance. ... [full story]

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) -- Insurance holding company Citizens Inc. said Monday it will acquire Ozark National Life Insurance Co. for about $8 million to help expand its pre-need and final expense business, which focuses on funeral arrangements. Citzens said it will ... [full story]

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CHATTANOOGA, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--When it comes to life insurance, the need may be clear but the details can seem a little murky. What are the differences between types of coverage? How much do you need? When do you need it? During Life ... [full story]