News Articles
03/01/2011 Life Settlement Valuation
Life settlements historically have been priced using two methods, the point-to-point method and the actuarial asset share method (sometimes referred to as the probabilistic cash flow method). The point-to-point method assumes that the policy will mature on the valuation date plus the determined life expectancy of the insured. Premiums are paid until the maturity date and the death benefit is received on the maturity date. This method can significantly underestimate the value for policies which have large premiums after the life expectancy date....
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01/03/2010 It's all about Diversification
Trading in life policies is gaining ground in the race to ride out uncertainty and poor returns on other classes
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15/02/2010 A Guide To Investing In Trade Life Policies
Investors can be forgiven for feeling a little shell-shocked after the rocky ride they have had over the last two years or so.
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12/01/2010 Wall Street Pursues Profit Bundles of Life Insurance
After the mortgage business imploded last year, Wall Street investment banks began searching for another big idea...
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