A life settlement lets you sell a policy you no longer need for a lump sum — often 4 to 8 times the cash surrender value. It's legal, regulated, and costs you nothing. Allan Silverman has helped over 500 families do exactly that over the past 20 years.
A life settlement is the sale of an existing life insurance policy to a licensed buyer for a lump-sum cash payment — significantly more than the cash surrender value your insurance company would offer.
Life settlements are regulated by state insurance departments and have helped thousands of seniors access money they didn't know they had. It's legal, it's confidential, and it costs you nothing out of pocket.
"I will not make age an issue of this campaign. I am not going to exploit, for political purposes, my opponent's youth and inexperience."
— Ronald Reagan, 1984Allan Silverman is 75 years old. He's been in this business for five decades. In an industry racing to replace people with algorithms and call centers, Allan treats his experience as his greatest weapon. Here's what that means for you.
When you call a big settlement company, here's what you're really getting — and what you're not.
From first call to cash in hand — here's exactly what to expect when you work with Allan.
Pick up the phone or fill out the form. Allan will personally review your situation — no intake team, no handoffs. Allan answers.
With 50 years of market knowledge, Allan can quickly assess your policy's potential. He'll give you an honest, plain-English assessment — no jargon, no pressure.
Not just the big names. Allan has relationships with buyers most brokers don't even know exist. He calls them directly and makes them compete for your policy.
The highest offer wins. You accept, sign, and receive your lump-sum payment. Average timeline: 30–90 days from start to finish.
These are real outcomes from real clients. The numbers speak for themselves.
Guy and Judy used the settlement to cover rising medical expenses and secure their grandchildren's education — real outcomes that a lapsing policy could never have provided.
The settlement gave Gordon the financial flexibility to stop worrying about mounting premiums and focus on what mattered most — time with his family.
* Client names changed for privacy.
Allan Silverman has spent over 50 years in the insurance industry and more than 20 years specializing in life settlements. He is not a call center — he is a person who answers his own phone, explains things in plain English, and fights personally to get you the best possible outcome.
Over two decades, Allan has helped hundreds of families recover money from policies they were about to surrender or let lapse. His advantage isn't a better algorithm or a bigger database — it's relationships. He knows every buyer in the market personally. In many cases, he knew their fathers who started these companies.
When he's not working, Allan enjoys golf, skiing, and spending time with his wife Barbara. Married 55 years and counting.
Read Allan's Full Story →You don't need to be sick. You don't need to be wealthy. You just need a policy you no longer want or need.
Most qualified sellers are between 65 and 85. A change in health since the policy was issued can qualify younger policyholders too.
Universal life, whole life, and convertible term policies with a face value of $100,000 or more are most likely to qualify.
If rising premiums are straining retirement savings, a life settlement turns that burden into a windfall.
A term policy nearing the end of its conversion window may still have significant market value — before that window closes.
Whether it's long-term care costs, a grandchild's education, or simply financial peace of mind — a settlement puts that money to work now.
Allan didn't just get us more money than we expected — he made us feel like we were the only clients he had. He explained everything, answered every question, and never made us feel rushed. We couldn't have done this without him.— Margaret T., California | $2.1M policy settled for $680,000
A life settlement is the sale of an existing life insurance policy to a third-party buyer for a lump-sum cash payment greater than the cash surrender value but less than the death benefit. It's a legal, regulated transaction available in most states.
Generally, you should be 65 or older with a life insurance policy that has a face value of $100,000 or more. Universal life, whole life, and convertible term policies are all eligible. A change in health since the policy was issued can increase the value significantly — and may qualify younger policyholders.
Settlement amounts vary based on age, health, policy type, and face value. On average, life settlements pay 4 to 8 times the cash surrender value. Allan will give you a realistic estimate during your free consultation — no guessing, no inflated promises.
No. There is no upfront cost to you. Allan's compensation comes from the transaction itself — you never pay out of pocket for the consultation, policy review, or settlement process. If your policy doesn't sell, you owe nothing.
Absolutely. Life settlements are legal and regulated by state insurance departments across the country. The industry follows strict disclosure and consumer protection requirements. Allan is a licensed broker operating within all applicable regulations.
It takes two minutes and there's zero obligation. Allan will personally review your information and give you an honest assessment — even if the answer is "it's not the right time."
Your information is 100% confidential and will never be shared. There is no cost and no obligation for a policy review.
Fill out the form and Allan will personally get back to you within 24 hours.