“While a very important tool, premium financed arrangements should be carefully evaluated and actively managed post implementation. Since the success of the arrangement is based on a positive economic arbitrage, advisors should carefully evaluate and stress test (i) fluctuations in interest rates; (ii) fluctuations in the insured’s portfolio; (iii) the parties assigned to monitor performance; (iv) exit strategies; and (v) tax implications.”

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