In the U.S., life settlements have been a successful alternative to the traditional stock market for more than a century. While they are relatively unknown, they are a unique opportunity for investors who are looking to diversify their portfolios and maximize ROI.

In recent years, life settlement funds have become lucrative investing opportunities for money managers who are interested in diversifying their portfolios through alternative assets. However, you may be wondering, “What are life settlement funds in the first place?”