What to do with your term insurance policy as you head into retirement
It’s no secret that life insurance becomes more expensive as we age. Premiums are related to the mortality rate and the decrease in our life expectancy as we get older is reflected in the increased premiums. What you may not realize is that this risk is not represented by a linear line. If you graph the probability of death from an actuarial life table, you would notice that the probability of death increases exponentially as we age. What this means for term insurance is that renewal premium also rises exponentially, such that they become unaffordable during retirement. So, what are your options for your term insurance policy as you head into retirement?
How You Can Save Thousands By Laddering Life Insurance
What is the life insurance laddering strategy?
No, you don’t build an actual ladder with life insurance. (How would that work anyway?)
Instead, you buy term insurance of different lengths (term-10, term-20, etc) at the same time so that you coverage is staggered.
This ensures that you pay only for coverage you need while saving money in the process. It could end up saving you over $10,000!
Read on to find out how this strategy works.
Joint First-To-Die Life Insurance: Pros and Cons (Updated in 2024)
Did you know that a life insurance policy can cover more than one life?
One of these types of policies, joint last-to-die, pays a death benefit on the last death of two or more people.
The other, joint first-to-die, pays out on the first death between two people.
In this post, we will explore the advantages and drawbacks of joint first-to-die life insurance coverage and whether it offers the financial protection you need.
Joint Last-To-Die Life Insurance: Pros and Cons (Updated in 2024)
You might have heard that life insurance can cover more than 1 life.
One of these types of policies, joint first-to-die, pays out on the first death of 2 or more people.
The other, the topic of this post, is joint last-to-die.
As you can probably guess by its name, the insurance company pays out the death benefit when the last person on the policy passes away.
In this post, we will explore the advantages and drawbacks of joint last-to-die life insurance and whether you should use it.
Insuring the different stages of life
As we travel through the journey of life, our financial needs and obligations undergo constant change. For example, your financial obligations increase once you are married, and continue to do so as your family grows in size. It should come as no surprise that insurance varies in importance at different stages of life. Proper planning at each stage of life is necessary to ensure that you and your dependents are protected. Without knowing the risks and a plan to minimize the risk, you are potentially exposing your family to a financial disaster. Here are which types of insurance you should be aware of at each stage of life.
How Much Does Life Insurance Cost? A Comprehensive Guide To Pricing
Did you know that the cost of life insurance in Canada can range from as little as $10 per month to over $300, depending on your age, health, and coverage type? Many Canadians are unaware of how affordable—or expensive—term life insurance can be, leaving them unprepared when it comes time to protect their loved ones.
Life insurance premiums aren’t one-size-fits-all. Factors like your age, gender, lifestyle, smoking habits, and even your hobbies can significantly influence your premiums. Understanding these nuances is crucial for making informed decisions and finding a policy that fits your needs and budget.
Whether you’re a young professional just starting out, a parent with growing responsibilities, or someone approaching retirement, there’s a life insurance plan tailored for you—and likely more affordable than you think.
In this guide, we’ll break down exactly how much life insurance costs in Canada, explore the factors that impact premiums, and show you how to find the best rates. By the end, you’ll be equipped with the knowledge to make a confident, informed choice. Let’s dive in!
Wealth Transfer Using Life Insurance
Are you looking for a way to transfer your wealth to your children in the most efficient way possible?
Did you know you can do this with the wealth transfer strategy using life insurance?
With this strategy, you:
Reduce the tax you have to pay
Avoid costly probate and other estate fees
Can build up significant cash value inside the policy tax-sheltered
And much more.
So if you’re want to know more about how this strategy can help protect your wealth, this post is for you.
Let’s get started.
Estate Planning Using Life Insurance
This is the complete guide to estate planning using life insurance.
In this post, you will learn:
-What estate planning is
-How much tax, probate fees, and other costs your estate has to pay
-How life insurance is a cost-effective way to cover these expenses, preserving your estate for your loved ones
So if you’ve ever wondered how life insurance fits into your estate plan, you’re in the right place.
Charitable Giving Using Life Insurance
Charitable donations totaled $9.6 billion in 2017, and this number is on the rise.
But did you know that besides donating cash, you can also give the gift of a life insurance policy?
How does it work? And what are the tax benefits?
In this post, we’ll go over your options for charitable giving using life insurance. You’ll learn:
-Which method gives you a tax credit while you’re alive and which one gives it when you pass away
-What type of life insurance you should use for charitable giving
-How using life insurance can increase your contribution by 50% compared to other investments
Let’s begin.
Should you replace your life insurance policy?
Last week we looked at when you should perform a life insurance review. One of the suggestions that was brought up during a review was to replace your current policy if a new one would better serve your needs. How do you determine if a new policy is more suitable for you? In which way is it better? Worse? Is there a cash surrender value in the old policy that would trigger tax if you cancelled it? Would you qualify for a new policy for the same or better rate? These are all questions that you need to ask before replacing a life insurance policy.
