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Top boating dangers? Fraud and theft

Here’s how to avoid buying a boat that’s been ripped off, and how to guard against thieves.

Don’t invest in asset protection insurance

It’s meant to ensure that your heirs aren’t left with a busted investment portfolio. But there are better ways to reduce your risk.

Insurance scammers prey on seniors

Some unscrupulous agents are misrepresenting Medicare policies and even signing up retirees without their knowledge. Here’s how to protect yourself and your loved ones.

When those vanishing premiums don’t vanish

It’s time to take action if you bought permanent life insurance and expected the premium would disappear.

Avoid the insurance illustration trap

When an insurance agent provides a projection of your life insurance payout, there’s a lot of data to wade through. Here’s what to look for — and look out for.

Spot unethical sales practices

The era of rampant abuse in the life insurance industry may be over, but policyholders still need to be on guard against fraud and other shady tactics.