Life Insurance: Protect What You've Got

By Paul Lalley

While insurance isn't an investment, it's an important part of sound, savvy personal financial management. Insurance is protection. It protects everything you've worked so hard to earn. It protects your spouse in the event of premature death. It sends the kids to college. It holds together a family at a time when money shouldn't be a concern.

You need insurance but shopping for the right coverage to protect your family and your assets is like learning a new language. Term life, whole life, universal life, actual cash value, dividends, loans against policy - it's a maze of insurance products out there and finding the right coverage for your needs may take a little research.

Here's a starter course on getting the most for the least in life insurance and still have the protection you and your family need.

Types of Life Insurance

There are two basic types of life insurance with numerous variations on a theme.

Term life insurance is the simplest to understand. It's also the most economical protection you can buy.

Term life insurance is paid when the insured (you) pass on within a defined term - a defined length of time your life insurance coverage is in effect. Term life comes with a variety of time frames: five-, ten- even thirty-year terms are available.

The younger you are, the lower the cost of the monthly premium - the dollar amount you pay for protection each month. Premiums are calculated based on two factors - your age (and general health) and the dollar amount of protection you need. It's simple. A $100,000 term life insurance policy won't cost as much as a $500,000 policy because you're buying less protection.

With term life, you keep things simple. The insurance company pays X amount of dollars to the beneficiaries when the insured individual passes on, as long as the policy is in effect, that is, the death occurs during the term of the policy, thus the name term life insurance.

Term life policies don't accumulate value, you can't borrow against them and, if you choose a short term and your health changes, you could end up paying more for your term life insurance than you would if you buy a long-term policy - one that covers you for the long term.

To determine how much term life you need, add up funeral costs, outstanding personal debt, mortgage debt, the prospect of paying tuition and other large expenses that would drain family resources. Figure what it would cost your family for a single year.

Then multiply by a factor between 5 and 10. Use the lower factor if you don't have a lot of debt and the higher factor if you're carrying a couple of mortgages and you have three kids to put through school. That's how much term life you need to protect your family and all their expectations.

The other class of insurance is whole life insurance, also called permanent insurance, universal insurance, variable universal insurance and other product names, but all fall into the general class of coverage called whole life insurance.

The first difference between term and whole life is that whole life covers you from the day you buy the policy until you die. Of course, this assumes that you pay your whole life insurance premium each month. There is no term (length of time coverage is in effect) to whole life. Buy it when you're young and your premiums will be low and you'll start building cash value.

That's the other main difference between term and whole life insurance coverage. Whole life pays dividends. Not a lot, but dividends that can be used to lower monthly premiums, or they can be allowed to accumulate earning interest.

Once the whole life policy has accumulated enough cash value you can borrow against that cash value to buy a house or cover some tuition bills. The downside to taking loans against the value of a whole life policy is that it lowers the payout to family in the event of the insured individual's death.

However, a whole life policy does increase in value while providing protection for your family. The cost of coverage is also higher. Expect to pay more for $500K of whole life versus $500K of term life insurance, simply because the insurer is paying interest on your monthly premiums.

Calculate your coverage needs using the criteria listed above. Don't think of whole life as a money-maker. It's not intended to increase your wealth. That's a side benefit. An important side benefit, but the primary reason for purchasing whole life is to protect your family in the event of your pre-mature death.

Life Insurance Sources

There are hundreds of insurance companies and even more life insurance products so talking to a knowledgeable professional is a good first step.

An insurance broker can advise you but, keep in mind, each insurance broker carries a "line" of products from a limited number of insurance providers so each broker will tell you her products are the best value.

If you do the math yourself, you know going in, how much coverage you want to buy, at which point, it's just a matter of finding a reputable insurance company offering competitive rates and the benefits you're looking for.

Another resource is your local bank - often the best place to start researching your life insurance needs. Banks sell a broad range of life insurance products and, because insurance isn't the primary business of a bank, you're more likely to get straightforward answers to your questions.

Another reason to visit your bank's insurance rep is that your bank knows the financial you - how much you have in accounts, how much comes in and goes out on a month to month basis, your tax status and other personal finance information needed to get the right kind of life insurance at the right price.

Talk to your employer. Life insurance may be a benefit along with health care and two weeks vacation, but you may also be able to increase the dollar amount of coverage with money deducted from your paycheck painlessly.

Unions, associations, your local Chamber of Commerce and other organizations are also sources for low-cost term or whole life coverage. Purchasing life insurance coverage through an industry association, for example, gets you group rates that translate into more coverage at a lower monthly premium. On the other hand, when you purchase term or whole life through your union you usually don't have a choice of insurers and that's an important point to consider.

Go with an insurance company that's ranked highly by Standard and Poor or some other rating organization. Your broker or banker will steer you toward quality of coverage so you get more for your money.

Life insurance sounds complicated but, when you break it down into simple terms, it's something you can do with a trusted advisor to point you down the right path.

Get life insurance. Get term life if you want lower premiums; get whole life if you want your insurance to build cash value against which you can take loans.

It's your choice. Making the right one saves money and delivers the peace of mind that only quality life insurance protection delivers.

No one likes to think about buying life insurance. It's depressing. It's also essential to protect your family and your assets. What kind of life insurance is right for you? Here's what you need to know before talking to an insurance agent or company.

Life Insurance Gap

By Mark E VonMoss

The term coverage gap is one of those terms in the insurance industry that really does not have a classic definition. The term can be used to describe the gap between what you have a piece of property, like your home, covered for and what it would actually cost to replace said property.

It can be used to describe the shortfall of liability coverage for a business if they get sued.

It can indicate specific types of coverage that may be missing from an insurance program, like flood or earthquake coverage.

It also can refer to the amount of life insurance coverage a person actually has versus what they say they need. Statistical studies indicate that the amount of coverage insured say they need and the amount of coverage they purchase are not the same.

A recent study by New York Life indicates that the average coverage gap is $320,000!

This varies by generation with the gap being the smallest for Baby Boomers. The Baby Boomers is the generation born from 1946-1964. This generation reports a shortfall of $260,000.

Generation Xers, born from 1965 to 1983, report that they think they need in excess of $750,000 in life insurance coverage and only purchase an average of $260,000, leaving a substantial coverage gap of $490,000. This generation seems to have been hit the hardest by the recent financial crisis. Their average coverage amount has fallen from $400,000 to $260,000 in recent years.

Oddly enough, the youngest generation currently in the workforce falls somewhere between the Xers and the Boomers. This generation was born between 1984 and 2003. They report an average coverage gap of $370,000.

This study is based on two separate surveys, one online and the other one a phone interview with over 1,000 respondents.

Overall the estimated coverage gap in life insurance today is $15.3 trillion dollars. That's a lot of money by any standards.

Most people when asked why they do not have enough life insurance say the reason is that they cannot afford it.

The only way for families to close this coverage gap is buy additional coverage.

Having been in the insurance business for a number of years, I have seen a lot of changes in the way that life insurance is marketed and sold to the general public. When I first entered the business, most life insurance purchases were made across the kitchen table over a cup of coffee. This type of sales situation has gone the way of the rotary dial telephone. With technology and changing consumer behavior the way life insurance is purchased has changed dramatically.

In my mind, these startling statistics bring into question the way life insurance I bought and sold in today's social media world. There are ads for life insurance all over the airwaves and online sources from Facebook to LinkedIn and the old standbys or radio and television. Yet, the amount of coverage being sold doesn't seem to be keeping up with the potential demand. The coverage gap continues to widen. It makes one wonder if the old ways were better after all.

What is your coverage gap? Spending a little time figuring it out now could mean everything to your family later.

This information is being provided by Mark E. VonMoss, Mgr. Financial Serv. Div., The Insurancenter.

For more information on this or any other insurance questions, contact me

Life Insurance With No Medical Examinations And Checkups

By Imma Sila

On hearing the term insurance, what mainly comes to the minds of many individuals is property like vehicles, houses, equipment and harvest, but in reality, life insurance has risen and has gained popularity among many people, not only because of the burials expenses which it caters for but also for the many other benefits that accompanies it. Lack of knowledge and understanding has hindered many people from getting the cover and thus, it is a major challenge to the particular companies to lay informational strategies aimed at reaching a larger population.

Insurance companies range from those offering covers with no medical exam to those that requires a medical checkup as a necessity. An individual ought to carry out a thorough research on which company offers the cover he or she prefers to avoid misunderstanding.

Companies that do not require a medical check decide to take up the risk by not evaluating your health status but in turn charge an extra premium to compensate for the risk. They however do not give compensation to death as a result of ignorance by an individual or suicide cases. However, in case of death caused by natural calamities such as accident, full compensation is done. Otherwise, individuals with suicidal plans could be taking an insurance cover before committing suicide and advising their families to demand compensation.

The biggest misunderstanding about this concept is that because no test is required people think that anyone can qualify for it; however, this is not the case as they are policies that have to be undertaken. These policies include answering of health questions administered by the issuing officers, these questions requires you to explain when you last went for your check up and the results. Failure to pass the health question may lead to demand of an exam test or doubling of premiums to be paid.

Reason why people resist medical check ups

1. Temporary employment as they wait for permanent ones

2. Fear to get poked and prodded

3. Mentality that it may be time consuming and expensive

4. Lack of knowledge about the importance of medical checkup and examination

5. High risky working environment wish may result to sudden deaths as a result of accidents and calamities e.g. mining, oil extraction, explosive processing, and chemical reactant industries among other.

Therefore anybody considering life insurance with no medical exam and checkup should do thorough consultation and research from agents to get the best returns.

Life Insurance That Has Assurance Of Full Compensation

By Imma Sila

Life insurance is also referred to as life assurance. It is a contract between an insured and an insurer where the insurer promises to pay a designated beneficiary a sum amount of money upon the death of the insured person. In some cases, the contract may have some clauses that would result to the insured being given the money before his death.

These events may include situations where one has been diagnosed with a terminal illness or critical illness. The policy involves regular payment of premium, and in some contracts, funeral expenses may be included in the contact. The policy can be a short-term contract (as short as one year) or as long as a lifetime. It is important to note that this life policy is a legal contract and the contract s has specific exclusions, which are often written in the contact to limit the liability of the insurer. Common examples are claims relating to suicide, fraud, riot and civil commotion. Life insurance fall under two major categories.

1. Protection policy, which is designed to provide a benefit in the event of a specified event typically a lump sum of money e.g. term insurance.

2. Investment policy, where the main objective is to facilitate the growth of capital by regular or single premiums. Common forms for example are whole life and universal life policies.

There are various parties to the life insurance; a policyholder who holds all policy ownership rights, insured who in some cases may be the owner who must consent to the policy, beneficiary the person who receives the proceeds of the insured.

Difference between insured person and policyholder

There is a difference between an insured person and a policyholder. In the insurance, although they are considered to be the same person, it is not always the case. For example, I may decide to buy an insurance cover for my son. In this case I am the owner of the cover while he is the insured.The guarantor is the policy owner but the son is a participant in the contract, and not necessarily involved.

A beneficiary is someone who receives proceeds upon the death of the insured. The policy owner can change the beneficiary unless the policy has an irrevocable. In cases where the policy owner is not insured (known as celli qui vat or cave), the insurance has sought to limit policy purchases to those with insured interest in the cqv. For such life policies, close family members will be found to have an insurable interest.The insurable interest requirement usually demonstrates that the purchaser will actually lose if the cave dies. Such a requirement prevents people from benefiting from the purchase of speculative policies on people they expect to die

In conclusion, insurance also has some terms. Some exclusions apply to life insurance, for example, many insurance policies provides a suicide clauses whereby if the insured commits suicide, the policy becomes null and void, any misrepresentation on the application for the insurance may also cause an insurance policy to be considered null and void.

Factors to Consider When Buying No-Medical Exam Life Insurance

By Imma Sila

Many people are resisting medical checkups for various reasons. Some of the people fear getting pocked with needles while others do not have the time to undergo a medical exam. Other people, due to personal and religious reasons, avoid medical tests. Fortunately, many insurance companies are coming up to provide products that cater for this group of people. Furthermore, if you have a pre-existing medical condition, you can consider the no-medical exam life insurance. This type of policy is processed fast and requires very little paperwork. Some of the providers are providing the product online and thus no paperwork is required. The following are some of the factors to consider when buying the no-medical exam life insurance policy:

· Contact a professional company

If you are looking for quality products, it is important to get in touch with an A-rated company. With this type of company, you are assured of investing your hard-earned money in a company that guarantees a good return - a company that will be able to honor the claims in good time. Therefore, you do not want to put your money in a company whose future is uncertain.

· Process of application

The no-medical exam life insurance policy is easy to apply. The applicant is often required to respond to several basic questions including their age, gender, weight, height and state of residence. Some companies may also require the applicant to respond to basic questions pertaining to their health. Once the application is made and submitted, the company will be in a position to review the application to determine whether the applicant is eligible. Therefore, with this type of policy you can expect to receive a response within a span of 24 hours.

· Guaranteed acceptance

Many of the companies that offer this insurance cover offer a guaranteed acceptance. Therefore, you are assured of receiving coverage once you submit your application. Therefore, if you are looking for coverage you should be looking for a carrier that guarantees to provide insurance. This is particularly important for a person with a pre-existing medical condition. Some companies limit their acceptance to the young and healthy. Therefore, if you have a serious health problem like cancer, heart disease, AIDS, psychological disorders, nervous disorders or diabetes you may not be qualified for the policy.

· Premiums payable

Many of the insurance carrier demand higher premiums for the policies. The high cost is attributed to the high risk of not knowing the health of the applicant. To benefit from reasonable rates it is advisable to shop around. Make sure to get several quotes from multiple insurance companies. This will give you the opportunity to compare the coverage and price.

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What You Ought to Know About the Unit Linked Insurance Plan

By Priya Agarwal

The moment you hear about the Unit Linked Insurance Plan, there are some things you'll always hear:

• They are very expensive, so it's better not to venture availing one.
• It's just another investment option.
• The ROI is less than what you put in, so stay away.
• ULIPs are a much better option than traditional policies

So, how do you separate the facts from fiction? Here are some of the commonly asked questions, and not so commonly asked questions as well. It is time we cleared the air around Unit Linked Plan.

• Can you tell me about the Unit Linked Insurance policy? Is it useful?

A Unit Linked Insurance Plan is a combination of a life insurance policy as well as an investment. Here, the latter is more prominent. This is why; the returns of your Unit Linked are clearly defined. However, these are subject to market risks.

The premiums paid are slightly higher as compared to a traditional insurance plan, however so are the returns.

• What do I stand to gain or lose if I avail a ULIP?

There are a number of advantages to availing a Unit Linked Insurance Plan:

• There is transparency in the way your money is used up. You will be provided with the corresponding break-ups i.e. your investment returns, bonuses as well as risk cover.
• The flexibility in investments helps you to gain control over your money. You get to choose whether the type of investment is high, medium or low risk.
• You also have a liquidating option, i.e. after 5 years you may withdraw a majority of your savings leaving behind strictly what is necessary.
• While availing one, you get multiple benefits, these include: risk cover, investment benefits, as well as tax saving benefit under Section 80D.
• It is ideal for those people who do not want to directly participate in trading in the stock markets. Here, the risk involved is less.

• How different is ULIP from traditional policies? Before ULIPs, people generally bought traditional policies and used it as one of their investment options. Similarly, a unit linked insurance is also a combination of life insurance and investment.

The difference lies in the fact that in an ULIP the return on investment is clearly mentioned, the break-up (source) as well as the performance of the investment is known. Whereas, in a traditional policy, the ROI is in terms of bonuses received each year. Here, the break-ups and other details are not mentioned.

Another point to be noted is that, in an unit linked the policy holder has the choice of choosing the investment type whereas in a traditional policy, the investment is at the sole discretion of the insurance company.

A traditional insurance is aimed at savings as well as risk cover, whereas a ULIP is more about wealth generation. Naturally, the risk for the latter is higher which is why; ULIP is usually availed by active investors and traditional policies by passive investors.

• What is the difference between ULIP and mutual funds?

A mutual fund is considered as an option for short term benefits while a ULIP is considered for a long term. A ULIP is essentially a mutual fund which in addition provides life insurance cover as well.

A mutual fund is cheaper since it is availed over a short period of time and there is a prior upper limit to the expenses incurred in mutual funds which is not so in the case of ULIPs.

• Which would be the best investment option?

An investment should be made based on the investor's current financial status in mind and at the same time not losing sight of his/her future financial status. It is about making a wise decision at the right time. Whether you are looking to combine it with insurance or not - is entirely up to you. Whatever you choose, don't forget to read the fine print!

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Factors Contributing To the High Costs of Over-50 Life Insurance

By Imma Sila

Life insurance mistakes could easily cost you a substantial amount of money in the short and long run. If you have attained the age of 50, it is wise to consider investing in an affordable over-50 life insurance policy. Once you get the right policy, it is important to avoid letting the policy lapse because you will end up losing your hard-earned money. Furthermore, you may be not lucky to have it reinstated at competitive rates. Some of the factors that contribute to high insurance costs include:

· Giving wrong information

Many of the applicants often choose to tell a "white lie". They feel failing to give honest answers is not such a big deal, particularly when the non-disclosure or lie is likely to save them some money. However, this is likely to end up being a costly mistake. Although you may initially get away by paying lower premiums, the facts are likely to emerge later. The company can consider the policy to challenge the assertions. Therefore, is you claimed you were 20 pounds lighter and 2 inches taller, the company can review the rates upwards. In a worst-case scenario, the service provider can deny you the policy, leaving you without coverage. You also end up losing the premiums you had paid.

· Choosing a no-medical insurance

It is possible to get insurance without a medical examination. However, choosing the no-medical exam policy means paying higher premiums. You can save yourself a substantial amount of money by choosing the traditional insurance policy that requires a medical exam. If you have a problem scheduling for a medical checkup with your doctor, many of the insurance carriers can send a professional to perform the necessary tests, including measuring your weight & height and drawing your blood.

· Poor health habits

If you support poor health habits, this is likely to undermine your quality of life and drive upwards your medical costs. Furthermore, this is likely to translate into higher premiums. Indeed, if the company assesses your circumstances are concludes you are likely to die soon; you will be required to pay higher premiums. To benefit from lower premiums you should avoid poor health habits such as heavy drinking, smoking, taking drugs, overeating, not exercising and working in a job deemed dangerous.

· Using an inexperienced agent

An inexperienced non-independent insurance agent may not carefully evaluate your financial needs. Furthermore, he/she may not know how much of your budget should be allocated towards your insurance coverage. As a result, you will end up buying a cover the agent chooses at exorbitant prices.

Circumstances Under Which the No-Medical Exam Life Insurance Is Recommended

By Imma Sila

Buying insurance is an important decision that everybody needs to make. A good policy helps to cater for the family's living standard, debt payment and funeral expenses- among other needs. Medical exams are often required for purposes of assessing the risk. Many insurance carriers insist on knowing the general fitness and health condition of their customers before recommending a product. The information derived from the examination is used to determine the premiums payable. Therefore, if you are tested and discovered to have a medical condition you will be required to pay higher premiums. However, a no-medical exam life insurance is recommended in the following circumstances:

· Pre-existing medical conditions

If you have a pre-existing medical condition and are unwilling to pay higher premiums, you may consider shopping for these kinds of policies. Several leading insurance companies specialize in providing the right products to people diagnosed with health problems. The competition among service providers has made it possible for more affordable products to be introduced in the market. Therefore, you stand to benefit from affordable premiums.

· Lack the time

Some insurance shoppers lack the time to schedule for a medical exam with their doctors. Many of these people lead a very busy life with a career to keep and a family to look after. Therefore, finding time for a medical test is out of the question. Under such circumstance, it is perfectly to consider the no-medical exam life insurance policy.

· Urgently need coverage

Situations arise when you need a policy as quickly as possible. To benefit from some of the services you may be required to have an insurance cover. As a result, you may not be in a position to wait for many days before your application is approved. Therefore, the no-medical exam life insurance policy makes a lot of senses. With this type of policy you can make your application, submit it online and expect a response within a span of 24 hours. Some of the companies may ask you to give honest answers pertaining to your health without having to undergo a medical check. A few of the companies may avoid asking any questions about your health.

· Work in a high risky job

If you have a job working as miner, explosive expert, security agent, pilot and more you may consider the no-medical exam life insurance policy. These types of jobs are considered risky and you could die abruptly. When you change your job and get a much safer job, you can consider renewing your cover for the traditional policy.

Insure to Ensure

By Priya Agarwal

When life throws you off track, you do everything in your power to get back to normalcy. One sure way to do that is to avail a suitable insurance plan, whether it is for your health, vehicle, prized possessions, or Life.

There are customizable insurance policies for each and every one, but the pressing questions are, which one to choose? How do you know for sure a particular plan you have chosen is right for you? There are a number of ways you can find answers to the above questions, but the time and energy you will have to spend may vary from a matter of minutes to several days depending on how you go about knowing more about insurance policies and the best offers available.

For now, let us focus on why insurance is important for every individual. When you avail an insurance let's assume you avail car insurance, and you pay the entire premium as required. We hear as well as see several unexpected road accidents that end not only in destruction, but sometimes death as well. In some cases, even if there is no human casualty, there is most definitely damage to vehicles. And then there are cases where, the damage is more to the third party than to us, you can't just get away by feeling sorry for them! At the same time, it is also understandable that you wouldn't be able to cover the expenses. This is where insurance policies come in extremely handy, because you can settle the damages done when your insurance company comes to your rescue.

There are also options where there is coverage for the third party; of course it is not mandatory although it is most advisable. Depending on the premium you pay, there are various insurance policies one can choose from; to go about this process is quite cumbersome. An ideal way would be to approach trustworthy and impartial people who can give the best insight and help you choose the right insurance policy be it for vehicle or your life.

There is a policy available for every purpose including health, life, vehicle, risk cover for your entire family, and theft insurance for your most prized possessions such as antiques, paintings and other rarities. Be sure to choose an insurance policy that neither hinders your current or your future financial status.

A lot of other factors come into play while availing insurance policies, some of these include: your income, number of family members, value of your vehicle or other items you consider priceless. It is always better to be prepared than to be put in a situation you have no control over. Which is why, you must insure to ensure.

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Online Life Insurance Quotes - Easy Tool for Making the Right Buying Decisions

By Mohammed Abdul Nadeem

Life insurance policies are financial security for policyholders, where they will be covered for a certain fixed term. It is also one of the best ways to save on taxes.

With fast developing technologies, the insurance segment is gaining momentum very fast. The insurance industry has also made remarkable contributions towards e-commerce development. Policy buyers are finding it easy, fast, and convenient to look for policies on the internet, rather than using the traditional offline channels.

Online insurance coverage - Benefits

Convenience from home or anywhere -

The online platform allows you to scan the offers provided by many insurance companies, and then make informed decisions to purchase coverage. Even the transaction process is quite effortless and suitable. With just a few clicks, you will be provided with a long list of providers, but you will have to consider certain factors.

Now, when you look around for insurance quotes online, you will have to consider the type of insurance, terms of the policy, and the premium amount that you desire to invest:

• Determine how much insurance is needed.
• Decide whether you need a whole life or term insurance, because they are different.
• Compare the quotes of several companies
• If you get similar quotes, then dig in a little deeper for information, then evaluate the other features like discounts. Some companies offer better deals on repeat purchases.

Online shopping saves time -

Searching life insurance quotes on the internet saves your time. Just imagine, comparing the offers from different providers by visiting them personally. In this age, time is money, which can be used for handling other critical duties. Moreover, you can get quotes instantly online in one sitting, and arrive on a decision instead of waiting for rates to arrive. The quotes are accurately calculated online, without human errors.

1. Online insurance policy premiums are low - Besides saving time, you can save 20% to 25% on mediator commission. This commission is passed to the customers and they benefit from it by getting low quotes. So, if you desire to invest in a high coverage policy online, it can be procured for comparatively lower premiums.
2. Comparing quotes becomes easy - With a long list of insurance providers, you will get a chance to compare the features and prices of each prospective policy, before you decide to commit. No obligations whatsoever.
3. Speedy transactions - Pre-underwritten products that do not require medical examination are issued instantly, in the PDF format. If you need medical examination for procuring the policy, the insurance provider gets in touch with you after getting your reports, and then the policy terms are discussed.
4. Ease of transaction - You can pay your monthly insurance premiums easily online using payment modes like net banking, credit cards, etc. You can also access your online insurance account, comfortably sitting in your homes.

Pre-requisite to buy insurance online:

Clear understanding about your insurance needs, and capability to recognize the product that tends to those needs is essential. Remember that if you cannot pay the premiums or discontinue the policy before the minimum time limit given, then you do not get a refund of the cash already paid.

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Features Of 30-Year Term Life Insurance

By Mkamba M Juke

One of the most important factors to consider when choosing life insurance is the coverage. It is important for insurance shoppers to choose a policy that provides enough cover. Regardless of whether you are young or old, you want a policy that will provide good coverage at competitive rates. A 30-year term life insurance is recommended for all types of age groups. This type of policy generates substantial benefits that allow policyholders to provide adequately for their loved ones, long after they have passed away. Common feature with this policy include:

· Affordable

Instead of buying 5-year term policies and renewing them several times (say 6 times), you will end up paying less when you purchase a 30-year term life insurance policy. The policy allows you to receive a cover for many years. You stand to benefit from lower premiums set at the beginning and sustained the entire term. Therefore, if you cannot afford the whole life policy, this policy is recommended. For whatever reasons you may need insurance, the policy offers attractive benefits. It will give you the opportunity to pay estate taxes and pass on the balance to loved ones. Therefore, your survivors will not be called upon to cater for the burden of tax on your property.

· Guaranteed qualification

To be qualified for this coverage it is important to consider a physical examination. A medical examination will help you get competitive rates. However, if you are unwilling or unable to undergo a medical exam you can consider a 30-year term life insurance policy with no medical exam. In this case, you will be required to respond to several questions pertaining to your health and the health of your family, without a medical examination. This will help the insurance carrier to determine how much risk they are contracting. If you have a pre-existing condition but prove to the company you are under the care of a doctor, in addition to living a healthy lifestyle the company will accept your application. Furthermore, they will be ready to negotiate the premiums downwards.

· Renewable

The policy comes with the benefit of renewing. Therefore, if your policy matures you have a fantastic opportunity to purchase a 5-year, 10-year or 15-year policy. There are many benefits that come with renewing your contract including the fact that the application process is less rigorous. You will not be expected to undergo a medical exam. Furthermore, the company will be ready to take lower premiums.

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Is Whole Life Insurance A Good Product?

By Josh D Thompson

Often times it seems the world out there is anti-whole life insurance, and radio has done a great job at promoting term insurance as the end all and best insurance out there. However, most of these so called "gurus" are being paid to promote term insurance. If term insurance is so good, do we really need whole life insurance?

Let's take a look at whole life insurance and some of the advantages and see if we can't find something good in what paid spokesman are calling "crap."

Whole Life Insurance Exists

Whole life insurance exists for a reason. I mean really, if it was completely useless would it still be available? The obvious answer is no. However, there is more to it than just existing.

By definition whole life insurance is meant to last your entire life. The problems is the mentality we have in America today, and the radio is doing a great job at promoting it.

People really believe that it is easy to get a 12 percent rate of return on their money. This is a huge flaw in our thinking. So what happens, people are buying term insurance at a younger age, and then turning to whole, or permanent, insurance when they are older.

What is the problem with this though? Well, insurance gets more expensive as you get older. So, people turn to term insurance when they are young, and then as they get older, and they see that they aren't going to be able to retire when they thought they would, they still need insurance.

The problem is that insurance is much more expensive. This is a huge blow to them.

The World Today

Many American's today cannot retire. Why? Because they ate up the buy term and invest the difference mentality and it killed them.

Now they are working and many of them cannot afford insurance anymore. I'm not here to discuss the financial aspect of their decisions, so I'll avoid that. But let's talk about insurance.

Term insurance is extremely expensive once you hit 60 plus. So what happens if you are in debt and still working at 70? Insurance to cover these debts is astronomical.

So you just go uncovered and, if you die with debt, your family gets nothing. This is an unfortunate ending to a precious life.

Many of these people believed their investments would do so well that they would be millionaires by the time they were 65. However, the markets weren't so nice to them.

Whole Life Insurance

So how does whole life insurance help this sad tale turn around a bit? Simple, it's always there.

If you bought whole life insurance when you were young the cost would be higher than term insurance, however, that cost would not change. You would have that insurance for the rest of your life.

However, there are some other benefits to whole life insurance you may not be aware of.

Earnings On Your Money

Most people are not aware that after around 15-20 years of owning a typical whole life insurance policy, they have build up a cash value equal to their premiums. What does this mean? Well it means you really haven't lost any money if you put in the time.

Whole insurance is meant to have a cash value, and that cash value is meant to grow. This can be a huge plus for you.

There is also a way to shorten this time frame and actually use whole insurance as an investment, a strategy known as Becoming Your Own Bank, but you can look into that on your own.

Planning Ahead

I often find that there is a different mentality with people who buy whole insurance. Often times these people are preparing for the future, not just right now.

I am not saying whole life will change you, however there is something to the fact that many of these people are very "tomorrow oriented." There is a huge need for us in American to be planning for our future, a thought process that we lack today.

Your Entire Life

The last point is that whole life insurance lasts your entire life, no matter what. I've never understood arguments against having insurance. If you knew that by putting 100k away over your lifetime you were guaranteeing you would pass 300k on to your heirs, where is the downside in that?

Having the insurance to cover debts while you are young, and then just having it as a nest egg once you are debt free, is a very effective strategy-one that you and your family can be happy about.

This nest egg will be guaranteed to be there when you die, whether young or old.

Whole Insurance Is Not The Devil

In the end permanent insurance must be viewed as a tool. It is a very proper tool for certain types of people. In my opinion people need to understand permanent insurance more, and how whole life insurance companies work. You will find pretty quickly that many major banks invest their most trusted capital in whole life insurance companies because of the stability.

Whole life insurance has some amazing benefits, and by looking into it yourself, you may find something new, and something that fits you well, that you never knew existed.

Joshua Thompson is an insurance professional who has been in the business teaching people for years about how life insurance works. He is a Boise local who runs Life Insurance Boise a local Boise Id insurance company. He is an author and just finished his second book which is on Amazon.

Benefits Of Life Insurance With No Medical Exam

By Sila Rodney

Life insurance is important to people of any age. Young people are often mistaken to think that since they have their health, energy and long life ahead, they do not need insurance. You never know what will happen in the future to cut your life short. You may be involved in a deadly accident, or you may get a chronic illness that you never saw coming.

Life insurance is not only beneficial in the eventuality of life loss to the custodian. It helps your dependants as well. You are even able to make bold financial steps with the backing of your insurance; therefore, it comes with many benefits.

The current market offers dynamic packages for people with different needs and preferences. For example, in the past, you could not get insurance if your health was already at risk. However, in the present, you are able to get insurance policies that suit your specific need regardless of your age, sex or health status. Even if you have health issues, you can get no exam life insurance quotes that will not discriminate you in any way.

This offer has helped many young people get life insurance and be able to cover themselves and their dependants. The following are some of the important advantages that come along with no medical exam life insurance polices

• You take it at your own convenience

You do not have to take medical tests and affirmations. You can even fill out documents from the convenience of your home and send them online with the current technology advancement. It does not have strict rules pertaining medical history so you can take it at any stage in life.

• It is affordable to any person

In the past, people with medical conditions had to pay extra for insurance to cater for them. The no medic exam policy eliminates such extra costs hence making it affordable to everybody including young people and the elderly.

• It comes with simple rules

It is not complicated since you are not required to take any extensive tests. It is therefore quick and convenient making it popular among many senior citizens and youth.

• Targets your individual needs

If you have any special needs, then they are catered for without discrimination. This is usually in cases of first time protection, school funds, insurance as capital securities and any other special needs. You only need to make sure that your service provider is legitimate and trustworthy.

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The Intricacies of Mortgage Cover Insurance

By Bryan I Collins

The intricacies of mortgage cover insurance for your home is often not included in the purchase of your home. Should you wish to have your mortgage covered, you often have to request it from the lender as an added benefit. An important aspect is also that there should be provision for the payment of the bond should you pass on, that is, the life insurance part. The other part of mortgage insurance cover also deals with whatever physical damage could occur to the home.

It is important that you ensure that you understand fully what you are in need of. By having coverage or no coverage could mean the difference in your home being paid up or fixed should any damage occurred. There is also the necessity of making sure that the cover is adequate. You have to look at what the mortgage cover offers you. Some of the aspects you should consider should you need to purchase or renew this cover are the following:

· You need to provide protection for your family in case you pass on. In this instance you should look at a life insurance policy that would protect your mortgage as well as other aspects such as money for your beneficiaries.

· Your premiums are guaranteed for the life of the policy and does not reduce even of the mortgage is reduced.

· The insurance company or the lender will help in calculating life insurance for you.

· It is better to have the insurance linked to your mortgage through the lender. This will mean that you would pay one premium.

· There is also the possibility that you would lose your mortgage insurance cover should you move to another lender. You should therefore make sure that you calculate the cost for the different insurance to the current one you do have in place.

There are different types of insurance policies available for all of the needs a homeowner might have. It would be a sad case if your home is hit by a tornado and you have not made provision for this in your policy. It is therefore important that you go through the policy with a fine-toothed comb so that you know exactly what the policy covers. There are many different aspects that you can have covered. Some of it includes: flooding from overflowing riverbanks or heavy rains, water penetration, sewage overflows, mold, collapse of buildings, damages to the pool, and so forth.

The most important is the fact that the loan is covered in case of death, that is that the property will be paid up should you pass on. Added to that is also the need that the house is covered for the damage that could be caused. Various companies have different offers covered in their policies. It is important that you make sure of the content of the policy so that you know what you can claim for. You might want to add cover that is missing in your current policy.

Bryan Collins is a life cover specialist, specializing in Discounted mortgage insurance and Endowment Insurance

Get Insured During The Times Of Your Youth

By Sila Rodney

Most young people are earning a living in the current economy due to the changes in lifestyles. In the past, people used to be dependants of their parents for longer periods than in the current world. Harsh economic times are leading people out of their parent's homes as they try to fend for themselves.

Young people like to spend money on things that please them; these are such as good homes, good cars, entertainment and education. Rarely do they think about investing in a good insurance plan.

Most young people see insurance as if it is meant for older people who are married with families. This is a misconception because it is as equally as important for young people as it is for older people.

• Young people need insurance too

When you apply for school funding loans, car loans mortgages and other capital funds, you are usually convinced that you will work hard and pay your dues over time. It usually plays out like that and over time, you pay your debts and you start having other major investment plans when you are older.

In the event that something bad happened to you, you leave your dependants and relatives with the burden of clearing them for you. If you get hurt or if you die in an accident or illness, you leave your debts to be paid by your dependants and parents. This is why young people need insurance too. It takes care of your debts and dependants in case you are incapacitated.

• Be prepared for the unexpected

Insurance policies work well to prepare you for any unexpected eventualities. The good thing about life insurance is that it does not only save your life. You get to cover your family since they will benefit from it if you die, as well as helping you with medical bills.

• Timing is everything

When you are young is when you have the most energy. Therefore, you should apply for life insurance then to reap the most out of it. You start when you are young and pay very low rates that will not hurt your budget in the present, but they will pay you a good amount in future.

Current insurance policies are very open to any need that you may have. You will be surprised to find out that there are many firms offering life insurance with no medical exam.

This opens the field to anybody who is willing regardless of their age, sex or medical condition. It has helped many people to secure their futures as well as the futures of their children.

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You Need Life Insurance Even If You Are Single

By Sila Rodney

Whenever life insurance is mentioned, most people think about their family and relatives. Seldom do single people think that they require life insurance. In the current times, it is very wise to have an insurance cover, regardless of whether you are single, married, young or old. It is simply a good measure of life and it comes with many benefits.

The good thing with insurance service providers today is that they are very flexible. Unlike in the past, many providers in the market today seek to cover your special needs whatever they may be. Insurance is no longer for the old married people with children. Here are some benefits that you can reap by being insured when you are still single

• You can get any rate you want

There are many custom packages in the market today to suits the needs of different people. When you are young and singe you can get no exam life insurance cover that is good since it will serve you until old age. Most old people have limitations due to health issues. You are able to program yourself on the way you will hand the payments and it will be of benefit to you even in the future.

• Your life keeps changing

If you are young and single now, then you have less expenses and responsibility. When you become older, you will have more and you will need a financial plan to fall back to. You also make sure that you free your parents and friends from financial drain if anything tragic was to happen to you.

Life insurance is very important to you and your future family even if they are not here yet. It makes sure that they are protected financially even when you are gone. You can choose to protect their financial needs or start an education fund for them to benefit their future.

• You gain financial freedom

Many packages today will open you up to a financial freedom that you did not know existed. Besides easing your financial burden in times of trouble, your insurance policy can double up as a source of capital. You can use it as security to secure credit for business.

In case of any disability and you are unable to work, the insurance will make sure that you are financially stable. You can even get a good tax advantage if you use your insurance cover properly. Even when you want to have a good credit score, your insurance history will play a big role.

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Insurance Builds Young Professionals

By Sila Rodney

You can never be very sure of where you will be tomorrow since the future is uncertain. You have to be hopeful that you will be okay since you cannot control the future. However, you can take some measures to make sure that you are okay in the future. Aside from the basic eating, medic care, hygiene, cleaning up and normal routine living, you should have a cover policy to protect you from any unfortunate accidents.

Whenever people hear about insurance cover, they are tempted to think that it is expensive and a luxury for the rich. It used to be that way when the concept was new, but it has evolved so much overtime. In the current world, many service providers who have tried to reach out to different cases have made it possible for you to fit in any one of the packages.

As a young entrepreneur, you have an excellent opportunity to expand into anything you dream to be. You can cover your life on a plan that will take care of you when you and your family from a young age up to when you get old. Here are the benefits of insurance especially for young professionals.

• You get financial freedom

Young professionals are struggling to stay afloat due to the harsh economic times. With a good insurance cover, you are protected financially. Some service providers even offer insurance without medical exam to make sure that they have not discriminated anybody.

• Your family is safe

If you have a young family, then you should take their welfare in thought. An insurance cover will take care of them in case any misfortune may befall you. You can even cover your family members' medical fees, school funds as well as property.

Some of the packages come with a death compensation benefit that makes sure that your family does not suffer when you are abruptly deceased. This is a wise choice especially if you are the primary breadwinner of your home.

• You can use it as investment security

If you want to expand your business venture, your insurance policy can double as a security for capital. Most people are unaware of this fact and they stall their businesses for years without any growth.

You are even able to get some tax advantages if you have a well-structured policy. Make sure that you understand the value of your insurance policy and what it can do for you. This way you are able to reap the most from it.

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What To Consider If You're Considering Term Life Insurance

By Shane Flait

Although you're close to retirement, you may still need life insurance if you've got people counting on your income. Buying term insurance is the cheapest way to go. Here are some points to keep in mind...

If you can foresee some point in your future where you won't need life insurance, then buying term insurance rather than a cash value (whole life) policy may be the way to go. Your kids finally able to move out, finishing college, or getting stabilized in a career may be that point. And cash value policies generally have high commissions associated with them.

-Choosing to go with term insurance means answering three questions:

* How much term insurance should I buy?

* How long should the term be?

* What if I have to renew it?

-How much to buy?

Considering that you see a foreseeable end to someone's need for your income - or at least you're ability to help him out, you need only determine just how much would fulfill that need were you to die. This could be clearing up some debt, a few years of college costs, or more.

-How long should the term be?

Alas, as you get older your risk of dying increases. And the older you get, that risk increases faster. So if you're anywhere near retirement, your premiums will be considerably higher than if you're in your 40s.

But fortunately, you can buy term insurance so your premium adjusts - and that means increases - annually, or every 5, 10, 15 or 20 years. The less frequently it's adjusted, the higher the premium will be to take into account the more aging that takes place between adjustments.

Locking in a longer term means you know how much you'll have to pay. But you'll be paying more in the earlier years than if you buy a policy that adjusts more frequently. And if your need for the insurance during that longer term reduces or disappears, ending it early will mean you paid higher premiums than necessary.

-What about renewing it?

Always choose a term policy that guarantees it cannot be cancelled because of poor health. And make sure the premiums paid each time you renew are guaranteed and outlined term-by-term in your policy.

So choose a term that should reasonably cover the time of possible need. And remember that the relevant cost to you is the overall amount you'll pay for your coverage for all the years you actually require life insurance. Be sure the premiums paid each time you renew are guaranteed and outlined term-by-term in your policy.

Remember that the purchase of life insurance involves costs, fees, expenses and potential surrender charges and depends on the health of the applicant. Not all applicants are insurable.

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Life Insurance After 50

By Bryan I Collins

If you have worked most of your life and suddenly realize that you are stuck without insurance, it is never too late. It is possible to get life insurance even if you are over fifty.Many people can still save time and money by taking out a great life insurance deal. It, therefore, does not matter of you are over fifty as there are many ways on how to get a great life insurance deal.

The best way of finding the right deal for a life insurance policy:

1. To shop around from different websites to find the policy that would fit your needs as a person over fifty.
2. Many websites offer you an integrated service that would allow you to make the necessary choices from different providers.
   1. The website would help you in calculating life insurance for your age group and how many years you are able to add in if you are over fifty.
   2. You would be given comparison for a few different insurance policies that would cover the age of fifty and over.
   3. You will be given the resulting quotes from which to make your choice.
3. Another way is to contact an insurance broker to discuss the details of your situation (as an over fifty candidate) and for him or her to guide you through the options.

What you need to do first, is to find a great life insurance deal in the following way:

1. Find a good website where you are able to compare different product.The importance is to look at products that would cover you for the years you have left.
2. You would need to:
   1. Fill out the request online with all the details necessary to find the best deal for a life insurance.
   2. The questions you answer regarding your financial status would allow the site to give you an evaluation.
   3. From the evaluation, you will be given a few examples of what would be the best cover.
   4. You choose which cover would best suit your need.
   5. Because you are over fifty, you have to make sure that the cover you choose is not more than you need.
   6. You might have paid off your bond and any other loans, and hence only need extra life insurance cover for over fifty.
   7. All you do need to do is make sure that the cover helps your family to have a reasonable life after you pass on.
3. You need to read the product information so that you understand the benefits contained in the option of your choice.


4. The next step is to fill out the actual forms of your particular selection. This you can do online, or you could speak to a broker to help you with the process.

It is very important to read the fine print, especially if you are over fifty and applying for life insurance. The best is to get someone to help you with scrutinizing the policy so that you understand the cover and whether you are paying the right premium for it.

Bryan Collins is a life cover specialist, specializing in Life Insurance and Life Insurance Over Fifties.