Variable universal life (VUL) insurance combines:
Explanation
VUL merges two feature sets: the flexible premiums and adjustable death benefit of universal life, and the policyowner-directed separate account investments of variable life. It is not a blend of term and an annuity, not whole life plus disability income, and not a fixed annuity with long-term care. Because it contains separate account investing, VUL is regulated as a security and requires the producer to hold both an insurance license and a securities registration.
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