Insuring Children – Why It Makes Sense

When you think about life’s most precious gift, your children/ grandchildren top the list. We would do anything for them; especially, if it involves giving them an advantage in life. Aside from the ‘occasional’ temper tantrum, creation of spectacular messes and stalling when it’s time for bed, they definitely bring a tremendous sense of love, pride, joy, and infinite laughter to families. What doesn’t often top the list; however, is the idea of insuring them. Wait!  Some of you may not want to think about such an idea, but bare with me, you may want to be in the know on this one. Lately, I have been doing a lot more life and critical illness insurance on children; more than usual. Through my conversations with many a parent and grandparent, the common sentiments expressed upon learning of the benefits of insuring children were that of gratitude. Most were pleased to have learned about the benefits and that they had the ability to do something great for their precious little ones. Most even wished that their parents would have done the same when they were children.The reality is, their parents probably didn’t know such a thing were even possible, or like many parents I talk to, were uncomfortable discussing the subject. This got me thinking, how many others out there are similarly unaware, or unwilling to discover the significant benefits of insuring children, simply because they didn’t know, or didn’t want to talk about it? The reality is, it could quite possibly be one of the best kept secrets in planning your child’s future. Continue reading

Types of Life Insurance: Term & Permanent

Did you know there are two main types of life insurance? Yes, it’s true! Before I joined the insurance profession, I thought all life insurance was the same. True, they all designed to pay a tax-free lump sum of money in the event of death; however, the two types are considerably different. To provide some clarification, I figured I would take a few moments to list some of the differences. I trust you will find this beneficial! Enjoy!
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Mortgage Insurance… Really Your Best Option??

Is mortgage insurance the best option to pay off my mortgage if I die? I get asked this question a lot. Compelled to help inform others who may be wondering the same thing, or those who may be completely unaware that coverage they have may notice  protect them. In short, the answer is, no. Let’s quickly look at just one basic example, among many others, as to why. The rest of the reasons are listed in a separate chart that I created below.

Consider that there’s two types of coverage options for you and your family to completely eliminate your mortgage should you pass away before your mortgage is paid off in full.

  • Coverage Option A:
    –  The bank owns the policy.
    –  The bank is automatically the beneficiary of the policy (who receives the money from the policy).
    –  However, you pay the premiums. (Keep in mind, the bank is the owner of the policy)
  • Coverage Option B:
    –  You own the policy.
    –  You choose the beneficiary of the policy (who receives the money from the policy).
    –  You pay the premiums for your own policy.

 
Given that both options are intended to pay off your mortgage should you pass away, which of the two coverages listed above would you choose?  Continue reading