Life insurance

Life insurance is a contract between an individual and an insurance company that provides a financial payout (death benefit) to beneficiaries upon the insured’s death. It helps protect loved ones from financial hardship by covering expenses like funeral costs, debts, and income replacement.

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Main Types of Life Insurance Policies

Term Life Insurance

Provides coverage for a specific period (e.g., 10, 20, or 30 years).

Features:

  • Lower premiums compared to permanent policies.
  • Pays death benefit only if death occurs during the term.

Best For:

Individuals seeking affordable, temporary coverage.

Whole Life Insurance

Permanent coverage that lasts a lifetime as long as premiums are paid.

Features:

  • Fixed premiums.
  • Builds cash value that grows over time and can be borrowed against.

Best For:

Long-term financial planning and guaranteed coverage.

Universal Life Insurance

Flexible permanent policy with adjustable premiums and death benefits.

Features:

  • Accumulates cash value with interest.
  • Allows changes to coverage and payments.

Best For:

Those who want flexibility in premium payments and benefits.

Variable Life Insurance

Permanent policy with investment options for cash value.

Features:

  • Cash value tied to investment performance (stocks, bonds, etc.).
  • Higher risk but potential for greater growth.

Best For:

Individuals comfortable with market risk and seeking investment opportunities.

Indexed Universal Life Insurance

A type of universal life where cash value growth is linked to a stock market index (e.g., S&P 500).

Features:

  • Offers upside potential with some downside protection.

Best For:

Those wanting growth tied to market performance without direct investment risk.

Final Expense Insurance

Designed to cover funeral and burial costs.

Features:

  • Lower coverage amounts.
  • Affordable premiums.

Best For:

Seniors or those seeking coverage for end-of-life expenses.

Optional Riders

  • Accidental Death Benefit
  • Waiver of Premium
  • Child Term Rider
  • Long-Term Care Rider
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