Peter Blount has been a Financial Services Underwriter, business owner, professional athlete, teacher, coach, consultant, and speaker. He has represented the USA in a winter sport by being one of the first US athletes to set foot in East Germany after the wall came down in 1989.
Recently, he was named to his third Hall of Fame honor and was also selected to collaborate in the writing of a book with best-selling author Brian Tracy. More information and his blog can be found at: peterblount.com
It's a common scenario for successful, high-earning professionals: Decades of disciplined saving and investing have led to substantial nest eggs in retirement plans. But now, you find yourself in a financial bind. Despite your wealth, your money is l...
There are two broad categories of life insurance, and data suggests many households aren’t buying the most cost-effective one.Americans bought 4.1 million term insurance policies in 2021, accounting for 40% of all individual policies purchased t...
The two biggest items that people don't want to deal with when it comes to money management are insurance and making a will.Some of the real comments on buying life insurance, made to me during professional finance practice years, are illuminating.“W...
Possibly one of the most important benefits assigned to employees is their health benefits. People expect coverage for a multitude of issues but increasingly are finding problems with their experiences.Most (58%) people with health insurance say they...
Tech giants such as Amazon, Google, Meta and Microsoft are laying off employees, as are media companies, including The Washington Post. Many people in the United States have health benefits through their employers,...
My performance marketing company works with a lot of insurance carriers and agents that sell Medicare Advantage policies and plans. And one thing I've noticed over the years is how much insurance plans have evolved. Today, they offer a different expe...
What You Need to KnowAnnuities have an obvious role in retirement planning.They can also help with diversification.In some cases, they can be part of estate planning.Too many advisors still avoid having the talk with their clients about the “‘A’ word...
When it comes to planning for a secure financial future, annuity products can play a significant role.Let’s explore the safety aspects of annuities in a simple and friendly manner. Understanding the safety features of annuities can help you make info...
Light: What are the benefits and drawbacks of annuities?Schultz: There are two basic types of annuities—fixed annuities and variable annuities. Fixed annuities pay interest and do not fluctuate in value. There is usually a guaranteed minimum int...
KEY POINTSConsumers can buy two types of life insurance: term or permanent. The latter category includes whole life and universal life.Term life insurance is generally the best option for most people since it’s the most cost-effective, say financial...