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Drew Napolin, CLU

Independent Broker · Orange County, California

Life insurance for the people other brokers turn away.

40+ years experience / CLU certified

A Different Approach

Other brokers take ‘no’ for an answer.
I don't.

After forty years, I know which carriers approve those with diabetes, hypertension, higher BMI, and prior declines. I run informal inquiries with underwriters before any formal application. We don't apply until I know who's going to say yes.

"My first role was as a captive agent with John Hancock. I could only offer their products, most of which were overpriced whole life. So I went independent. The client comes first, I come second, and the insurance company comes last."

Drew Napolin, CLU

40+ years in life insurance

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How It Works

No application until I know who's going to approve you.

Tell me your situation

Call, email, or fill out the form. I'll ask about your health, coverage needs, and budget.

Informal carrier inquiry

I run your profile past underwriters at multiple carriers before any formal application. No commitment, no record.

The right application

We apply only to the carrier most likely to approve you at the best rate. No guesswork.

Approval and policy

Most cases close in 2 to 4 weeks. You get a policy that fits your situation at a rate that makes sense.

What Clients Say

Hear it from the people I've worked with.

Jacob

Jacob

"Thank you Drew for the solid advice on my term life insurance options. I greatly appreciated the time you took to explain everything to me. I'm happy…"
julien

julien

"Drew is the best! He helped me understand my life insurance needs and purchase a great policy. I was surprised to learn how affordable term life…"
Alexander

Alexander

"I contacted Drew at Pacific Direct for term life insurance to protect my family. He educated me and found me a big policy with a great company at a…"
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Where I Work

Based in Orange County. Licensed across California.

Primary

Orange County

Southern California

Los Angeles, San Bernardino, Riverside, San Diego, and Ventura Counties

Statewide

Phone and video consultations available for any California resident. You don't need to be local to work with me.

Common Questions

Before you call.

Will being on insulin disqualify me from life insurance?
No. Many carriers offer competitive rates for Type 2 diabetes that's well-managed. The key factors are your A1C level, medications, and how long ago you were diagnosed. I know which carriers are most lenient and I'll match you accordingly.
How much does term life cost for someone in their 40s?
For a healthy 40-year-old non-smoker, a $500,000 20-year term policy typically runs $30 to $50 per month. Health conditions, smoking, and coverage amount shift the range. I run real quotes from multiple carriers so you see the real numbers.
What if I've already been turned down by another broker?
That's what I specialize in. Different carriers have very different underwriting guidelines. A decline from one carrier often means the previous broker didn't know where to look. I run informal inquiries to find who will say yes before we ever apply.
Do I need a medical exam?
Not always. Many carriers now offer no-exam policies for coverage up to $500,000, depending on age and health. For larger policies, a basic exam (blood draw and measurements) is usually required but can often be done at your home.
How long does the whole process take?
From first call to active policy, most cases close in 2 to 4 weeks. No-exam policies can be faster. I handle the paperwork and follow up with the carrier so you don't have to.

Ready to talk?

A free conversation, on your schedule. Call or fill out the form and I'll get back to you.