PT - JOURNAL ARTICLE AU - Craig L. Seitel TI - Evolution of the Life Settlement Industry AID - 10.3905/jsf.2008.709957 DP - 2008 Jul 31 TA - The Journal of Structured Finance PG - 55--58 VI - 14 IP - 2 4099 - https://pm-research.com/content/14/2/55.short 4100 - https://pm-research.com/content/14/2/55.full AB - New and evolving challenges confront all participants in the life settlement industry as this marketplace continues to experience explosive growth. As in any emerging industry, along with growth comes regulation, conforming business practices, and an evolution of the product itself. The life settlement industry is no exception. This past year has seen the departure of many of the original investors, and new investors entering the marketplace. There have been new regulatory developments, some that will be helpful to the long-term growth of the industry, and some that may have a negative impact. On the structural front there has been a shifting of roles and the development of new products. This article reviews these trends and developments and probes new areas in this increasingly dynamic marketplace.TOPICS: Legal and regulatory issues for structured finance, legal/regulatory/public policy