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What is the primary purpose of life insurance?
What is the primary purpose of life insurance?
To provide financial protection for loved ones in the event of the policyholder's death
What is the main difference between term life insurance and permanent life insurance?
What is the main difference between term life insurance and permanent life insurance?
Term life insurance provides coverage for a specified period, while permanent life insurance provides lifetime coverage
What is the death benefit in a life insurance policy?
What is the death benefit in a life insurance policy?
The lump sum paid to the beneficiary upon the policyholder's death
What is the purpose of a rider in a life insurance policy?
What is the purpose of a rider in a life insurance policy?
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How can life insurance be used for estate planning?
How can life insurance be used for estate planning?
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What is the cash value in a permanent life insurance policy?
What is the cash value in a permanent life insurance policy?
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How can life insurance be used for business protection?
How can life insurance be used for business protection?
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What is the primary use of life insurance for income replacement?
What is the primary use of life insurance for income replacement?
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Study Notes
Life Insurance
Definition and Purpose
- A contract between an insurance policyholder and an insurer, where the insurer promises to pay a designated beneficiary a sum of money (death benefit) upon the death of the policyholder
- Provides financial protection for loved ones in the event of the policyholder's death
Types of Life Insurance
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Term Life Insurance:
- Provides coverage for a specified period (e.g., 10, 20, or 30 years)
- Pays a death benefit if the policyholder dies during the term
- Generally less expensive than permanent life insurance
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Permanent Life Insurance:
- Provides lifetime coverage as long as premiums are paid
- Accumulates a cash value over time, which can be borrowed against or used to pay premiums
- Includes whole life, universal life, and variable life insurance
Key Features
- Death Benefit: The lump sum paid to the beneficiary upon the policyholder's death
- Premium: The regular payment made by the policyholder to maintain coverage
- Cash Value: The accumulated value of a permanent life insurance policy, which can be used while the policyholder is still alive
- Riders: Additional features or benefits that can be added to a policy, such as accidental death benefit or waiver of premium
Uses of Life Insurance
- Income Replacement: Replaces the policyholder's income to support dependents
- Funeral Expenses: Covers funeral and burial costs
- Debt Repayment: Pays off outstanding debts, such as a mortgage
- Estate Planning: Helps to pay estate taxes and ensures the distribution of wealth according to the policyholder's wishes
- Business Protection: Protects business partners or key employees
Life Insurance
Definition and Purpose
- A contract between the policyholder and insurer that provides a death benefit to the beneficiary upon the policyholder's death
- Provides financial protection for loved ones in the event of the policyholder's death
Types of Life Insurance
Term Life Insurance
- Provides coverage for a specified period (e.g., 10, 20, or 30 years)
- Pays a death benefit if the policyholder dies during the term
- Generally less expensive than permanent life insurance
Permanent Life Insurance
- Provides lifetime coverage as long as premiums are paid
- Accumulates a cash value over time, which can be borrowed against or used to pay premiums
- Includes whole life, universal life, and variable life insurance
Key Features
- Death Benefit: The lump sum paid to the beneficiary upon the policyholder's death
- Premium: The regular payment made by the policyholder to maintain coverage
- Cash Value: The accumulated value of a permanent life insurance policy, which can be used while the policyholder is still alive
- Riders: Additional features or benefits that can be added to a policy, such as accidental death benefit or waiver of premium
Uses of Life Insurance
- Income Replacement: Replaces the policyholder's income to support dependents
- Funeral Expenses: Covers funeral and burial costs
- Debt Repayment: Pays off outstanding debts, such as a mortgage
- Estate Planning: Helps to pay estate taxes and ensures the distribution of wealth according to the policyholder's wishes
- Business Protection: Protects business partners or key employees
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Learn about life insurance, its purpose, and different types including term life insurance. Understand how it provides financial protection for loved ones.
