Quotes can vary significantly by insurer for the same coverage.

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Variable life insurance, also called variable appreciable life insurance, provides lifelong coverage, as well as a cash value account that you get to decide how to invest. Variable life insurance ...

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Life insurance policyholders can typically buy coverage for a spouse or child by adding dependent life insurance coverage to an existing policy. Dependent coverage options vary by company and plan, ...