Life Insurance Episodes

In today’s episode, Ralph Estep Jr. and Juliet explain how to calculate how much life insurance you need, and why Ralph’s own health nearly priced him out. In This Episode ✓ IRS employees snooped on taxpayer records 86 times ✓ Housing affordability at a 19-year low ✓ Why boomers’ $93 trillion may not reach their kids ✓ The DIME formula: debt, income, mortgage, education ✓ Term vs. whole life, and what a medical exam checks ✓ How losing 200 pounds changed Ralph’s rating If...

Alright, folks! We're diving into a super important convo today: is the life insurance you snagged through work actually enough? September is Life Insurance Awareness Month, and trust me, you don’t wanna be caught off guard. Do I Actually Have Enough Life Insurance, Or Just Whatever My Job Gives Me? Many peeps think their workplace coverage is solid, but it’s often just a flat amount or one times their salary, which, spoiler alert, might not cut it for your fam. So, let’s get real and figure out...

Life insurance might just be the most loving financial move you’ll ever make for your loved ones, even if it’s a topic that makes most of us wanna run for the hills. Do I Really Need Life Insurance, and How Much Is Enough? Today, we're diving into the nitty-gritty of whether you really need it, how much is enough, and why avoiding it is like leaving your family out in the rain. We're here to simplify all that mumbo jumbo and help you see that getting the right coverage is easier and cheaper than...

Worried about outliving your life insurance? You're not alone, as many people share the same concern about financial security for their loved ones after their policy expires. Ralph Estep Jr. addresses these worries head-on by exploring what happens when a life insurance policy runs out and offers practical strategies to ensure your family's financial future. He shares personal insights from his own experience with term life insurance and emphasizes the importance of reviewing your current policy...

Is life insurance taxable? Tune in to this episode of the Ask Ralph Show with Ralph Estep Jr. as he talks about taxes regarding life insurance. Is life insurance taxable? With Ralph Estep, Jr. In this episode of the Ask Ralph show, host Ralph Estep, Jr. addresses the question of whether life insurance payouts are taxable. Ralph explains that in most cases, life insurance proceeds are not taxable to the beneficiary, but there are exceptions. He underscores the importance of keeping beneficiaries ...