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.

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While it may not be the most fun dinner party conversation, life insurance is a necessity for many people. And buying the right insurance, the right amount of coverage and the right policy can give ...