Life Insurance Basics

If you are over 18 years of age you should educate yourself on life insurance basics. You don't have to become an insurance wizard, but every adult should know rudimentary information about life insurance. First let's take a look at the main types of insurance. They are term life, whole life, universal life and variable life. Universal and variable can be combined to make a universal variable life insurance policy. It may sound a bit confusing, but once you know the difference between each type it is quite easy to understand.


Term life insurance is the cheapest type of coverage. It does not build cash value. Cash value is money that can be used by the policy holder. Also, term life insurance lasts for a specified period before it expires. When the term is over you can renew your policy if you choose. If you die during the term, your beneficiaries receive the value of the policy. Term life is a straightforward type of life insurance but some policies may have fluctuating premiums. Make sure you understand the details of your policy before signing any binding contracts.

Whole life insurance is coverage for your whole life. It builds cash value, which means you can withdraw funds. Since insurance policies are usually tax free this allows you to accumulate funds that are tax free. Whole life insurance does not offer a lot of flexibility because the insurance company decides how to invest your cash. However, you can choose whether you want the money put into an account to build or put towards your premium payments. To learn more about the tax benefits of insurance investing, speak to a certified financial planner.

Universal and variable policies are more flexible because they do give you choices as to where to invest your money. However they may also have some disadvantages because they can be more risky. If you want to learn more about the types of insurance, the Internet is a great source of knowledge. You can also obtain free life insurance quotes from leading companies. If you need more information about life insurance basics or want to apply for a new policy, consult an insurance agent who can walk you through the process and answer all your questions.



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