Juniper, 69, suffered a stroke a few weeks ago which left her partially paralyzed and has severely reduced her mobility. Since the stroke, she is unable to leave her home. She benefits from regular visits from nurses, massage therapists, and housekeepers. Juniper wants to claim the services on her long-term care (LTC) insurance policy and would like to know how the claim will be processed and paid.
Which of the following answers is CORRECT?
Konrad is the owner of CrossBoy, a manufacturing company employing over 50 employees. Konrad recently took out a $500,000 loan to expand his business. Terrence works as a sales manager and is responsible for roughly 40% of the company's revenue. Konrad recognizes the importance of Terrence's contributions to the success of the company. Therefore, in addition to a sizeable basesalary, CrossBoy also pays Terrence regular performance-based bonuses. Konrad understands that if Terrence dies prematurely, CrossBoy would suffer financially. What should he do to protect his company?
Mohammed is an employee at Optima Plus Inc. Over the years, he accumulated $15,000 in the company's group plan. He knows that his contributions into the plan are not tax-deductible, and he is not taxed on the funds when he makes a withdrawal.
What type of plan does Mohammed have with his employer?
Sasha is an employee at PranaTech. The company offers all employees a pension plan. PranaTech must contribute into the plan, but employee contributions are not mandatory. Sasha chooses where his funds will be invested.
Luisa owns a balanced segregated fund currently valued at $50,000. Her mother Linda is the current revocable beneficiary of the policy. However, Luisa has been dating Benjamin for a year and would like to name him as the new beneficiary of her policy.
Which of the following statements about modifying the beneficiary designation is CORRECT?