Mike’s News Articles

Mike Raines of Raines Insurance Group discusses many topics on various news outlets across the Internet. Read about them here.

Best High Risk Life Insurance Companies for 2026: A Broker’s Insider Guide

A formal ‘decline’ from a life insurance carrier means almost nothing about your actual insurability. It’s a bold statement, but it’s one we stand by…

Burial Insurance in 2026: The Complete Guide for High-Risk Applicants

What if being declined for life insurance was the most direct path to finding the right coverage? It sounds backward, but for applicants with…

What to Do If Denied Life Insurance: A Specialist’s Recovery Guide

Last Tuesday, a 48-year-old engineer named David received his denial letter. The clinical language was confusing, and one phrase stood out:…

What Pre-Existing Conditions Are Not Covered by Life Insurance in 2026?

Last Tuesday, a 48-year-old client called our office holding a denial letter from a major insurer, citing his recent Type 1 diabetes diagnosis. His…

Key Person Life Insurance for High-Risk Employees: A Strategic Guide for 2026

Last Thursday, a tech founder in Denver received a formal decline on a policy for his lead developer, a brilliant coder who is a Type 1 diabetic and…

Life Insurance Policies in 2026: A Specialized Guide to Finding Coverage

What if the ‘decline’ letter you received wasn’t a final verdict, but simply a sign you started with the wrong process? It’s a deeply frustrating…

Life Insurance for Mountain Climbers: Securing Coverage in 2026

For a mountain climber, every detail of an ascent is meticulously planned. Yet, when it comes to securing your family’s financial future, the process…

Indexed Universal Life Insurance: The 2026 Guide to IUL for Every Risk Level

Are you searching for a way to grow your wealth without the constant anxiety of stock market volatility? Perhaps you’ve explored life insurance…

Life Insurance for Seniors with Health Issues: The 2026 Guide to Getting Covered

The search for life insurance can be a disheartening process, especially when a chronic health condition leads to a declination letter. For many…