When you buy a term life insurance policy, you are essentially purchasing a contract that guarantees payment of a death benefit to your beneficiaries if you die within the specified term. You will need to choose a term length that fits your needs and budget, and you will also need to provide information about your age, health, and life expectancy in order to determine your premiums. Once you have purchased your policy, it will remain in effect for the specified term as long as you continue to pay your premiums.
If you die within the term of your policy, your beneficiaries will receive the death benefit specified in your policy. This can be used to help cover funeral costs, outstanding debts, and other expenses. If you do not die within the term of your policy, the policy will simply expire and will not pay out a death benefit.
Depending on the insurance company, you may have the option to renew your term life policy once it expires, or to convert it to a permanent life insurance policy. This can provide you with additional flexibility and options as your needs change over time.
Whole life insurance is a type of protection that can last for your entire life. It can be a good option for people who want to make sure their family is taken care of in the event of their death. With whole life insurance, the amount of coverage you have (called the “face amount”) and the amount you pay in premiums are guaranteed to stay the same. You can also get money back if you decide to cancel your policy (called the “surrender value”), and in some cases your policy may be “paid up” and you won’t have to pay any more premiums.
There are a few benefits to whole life insurance. One is that it can help your family meet their financial obligations, like paying the mortgage or other bills, if you die prematurely. It can also help your family maintain their standard of living and cover expenses related to your death, like funeral costs. Finally, whole life insurance can be used to leave an inheritance or protect your estate.
Overall, whole life insurance can provide peace of mind and financial security for your family. You can also customize your policy with riders and additional benefits to better fit your needs.