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.

Being honest on your life insurance application and during your medical exam is vital, not just to ensure your information and estimates are correct, but also to maintain the validity of your life ...

Insurers now use real-time data to verify your information. This can mean faster approvals, but it can also mean delays if your application gets flagged. In 2026, insurers might know more about you ...

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