Simple Term Life Insurance

The subject of life insurance can sometimes be complicated, scaring off even the boldest of insurance shoppers. But if you're looking for a policy that's simple and understandable, term life insurance may be just what you need.

Though some types of life insurance are more complex and involved, term life insurance is an less complicated vehicle for protecting those you precede in death. Its limits are well defined up front so you know just what to expect. And that can be very real comfort for those you leave behind.

How It Works

As its name implies, term life insurance lasts for a specific period of time, usually one to 30 years. Term life offers you the more protection for your money, helping to guard your loved ones against financial stress and strain with a death payment when you die (as long as your coverage is still in effect at that time).

The most popular type of term insurance is 20-year term; you can usually buy term life insurance up until your 80th birthday. However, the premium amount is based on your age and health at the time of purchase and remains level over the life of your policy, a reassuring predictable in a sometimes unstable economy.

With term insurance, your premiums go only toward the cost of maintaining your insurance policy. Therefore, it includes no cash value. However, this guarantees that as long as the policy is in effect, your loved ones will receive its full value upon your death.

Some term life policies are "convertible," meaning you can change them to permanent life insurance when their term expires without having to prove that you're still insurable. If you're still relatively young, you may want to ask your life insurance agent for a convertible policy to help ensure your dependents are covered.

Some Things to Consider

When buying term life insurance, it's important to decide how much you need—and for how long you need it—before making your purchase. Consider such factors as:

• Number of dependents
• Marital status
• Income
• Family size

Regardless what type you buy, the purpose of life insurance is to provide for your loved ones when you no longer can. This means leaving them with the resources they need to pay your final expenses, cover your now-absent income, pay off loans or mortgages, or pay for their education.

Term life insurance is one of the best, most reliable ways to do that.

Making It Easy

Insurance can sometimes seem complicated. But for protection that's simple, easy to understand and straightforward, term life insurance is your best bet.

Invest just a few minutes in your family's future by contacting InsureMe today. We'll help you find just the life insurance you need by connecting you with agents on our network.