Matt Richardson is the senior managing editor for the Managing Your Money section for CBSNews.com. He writes and edits content about personal finance ranging from savings to investing to insurance.

In 2026, insurers might know more about you than you know about yourself. Applying for life insurance used to require a weeks-long endurance test of paperwork, blood draws and urine samples. But ...

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When you’re applying for life insurance, it can feel tempting to tweak a few details to lock in a better rate. After all, who wouldn’t want to save a little cash? But lying on your life insurance ...

With a background in journalism and counseling, Penny Min blends analytical research with real-world insight to help readers make informed financial decisions. At Forbes Marketplace, she specializes ...

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What Is No-Exam Life Insurance? No-exam life insurance is exactly what it sounds like: Life insurance that does not require a life insurance medical exam. No-exam life insurance is best suited for ...