In recent months, major insurers have adopted “gender distinct” rates for new coverage. Translation: If you’re a woman, you’ll now pay more than a man for the same coverage. Rates for single women rose 20 to 40% last year, while rates for single men fell 15%, says Jesse Slome, executive…

You probably need life insurance. Lots of people do. If you have small children, a mortgage, a spouse who’s dependent on your income—or any person who would be inconvenienced financially if you were hit by a bus tomorrow, you probably should have life insurance. Experts generally recommend buying 10 to…