Life insurance, annuities, jalopy, what do these words mean? Ben and Seth give listeners a clearer picture of what life insurance is and the pros and cons that come with it. If you feel like your policy may not be working for you, or that it could be time for an updated plan, look no further for advice! This episode of Money on Tap gives the audience five pragmatic steps to make your money work better, not harder, for you and your loved ones.

• Why do Americans fear running out of money more than death? A recent Allianz survey found that 61% of Americans fear running out of money in retirement more than they fear death itself. The shift reflects structural changes: pensions have largely disappeared, 401(k)s placed the risk of retirement success on individuals, life expectancy has stretched, inflation has accelerated, healthcare costs are rising, and Social Security is on track for a benefit cut. The fear is rational — and the planning response is to build a multi-source income plan rather than to hope a portfolio alone is enough.