Term Life vs Traditional Life Insurance: Which Is a Better Option? May 07, 2022 Life Insurance is a contract between an insurer and a policyholder. An insurer guarantees a sum assured to the beneficiary/nominee on the policyholder's unfortunate demise in return for the premiums paid. In simple words, Life Insurance provides financial security to your family so that they can continue living the same lifestyle without any compromises due to the financial instability caused due to the loss of an earning member. The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) is the apex body that regulates the insurance sector in India. Term Insurance is basic life insurance that...
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Two of the oldest varieties of life insurance, term and whole life, remain among the most popular types. Not that insurance companies haven't tried to make it more complicated to reach a broader range of customers. Shopping for life insurance may not be as fun as reading a spy novel, but they have this in common: The more deeply you delve, the more complex everything gets. But getting back to basics, what’s the difference between term and whole life, and which one is better for your needs? We’ll break down the key features that distinguish these insurance mainstays. Term Life Insurance Term life insurance is perhaps the easiest to understand, because it’s straightforward insurance,...
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Financial planning terminology can be difficult to navigate, especially to the person in the street. What is the difference between an heir and a legatee? Is medical aid the same as medical insurance? How is the difference between disability and impairment determined? Let’s have a closer look at some potentially confusing concepts. Life annuity versus living annuity A life annuity is an insurance contract that promises to pay the pensioner for as long as he lives, which means that the longevity risk is borne by the insurer. On the other hand, a living annuity is a lump sum from your retirement fund which is invested into a unit trust platform in the pensioner’s name. In the case of a life...
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Term life insurance is the most basic of insurance policies. It is nothing more than an insurance policy that provides protection for accidental death and possibly debilitating injuries for a specified period of time. If you or your beneficiaries do not make any claims during the term the policy, it will typically expire worthless. Generally, term life insurance is cheaper to buy during the earlier years of life, when the risk of death is relatively low. Prices rise in accordance with increasing risks and advancing age. Universal life insurance falls under a broader category of policies sometimes referred to as cash-value or permanent insurance. These types of insurance policies combine...
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Around 60% of US workers have access to group life insurance as a benefit at work. Group life insurance is usually offered at no cost to employees and doesn't require a medical exam, so it's worth enrolling. However, there are a few limitations: Your policy is not customizable or portable, and it doesn't offer the benefits of a permanent policy. Depending on your financial situation, it may be a good idea to buy an individual policy to enhance your coverage. About 60% of non-government workers in the United States have access to life insurance through work. It's a valuable benefit that employers often offer at no cost to employees. Plus, coverage is guaranteed so you don't have to submit to...
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¿Seguro de vida temporal o permanente? Qué debes tener en cuenta para tomar una decisión So you’ve made the decision to purchase life insurance. This is a very important choice, as it will give you immeasurable peace of mind knowing that your loved ones will receive funds to help them to move forward without you if you pass away. Now you have to make a second decision: choose between term or permanent life insurance. Each has benefits and drawbacks, and depending on your needs, one or the other is likely best for you. In this article you will find out the differences between term and permanent life insurance so that you can choose the one that best fits your situation. Term or Permanent...
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Last summer, we wrote a post comparing the available varieties of life insurance to flavors of ice cream. I remember, as a young teen standing in line at the Oley Turnpike Dairy after our summer youth softball league games, staring at the list of ice cream options wondering which one I should choose. They all had their own appeal, but which one on the menu would serve my taste buds best in that moment? Choosing life insurance is more complicated than that. Rather than instant gratification, selecting the right life insurance policy involves thinking about your family’s needs now and in the future. The right type of policy (or a combination of policies) depends on where you are in life and...
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Exciting times ahead On 25 July, Momentum Metropolitan announced that it had purchased the short term insurance portion of Alexander Forbes in what was one of the biggest industry acquisitions in the history of the financial services industry. The acquisition is an indication about how important brand positioning is in the industry and how a strong brand like Momentum Metropolitan not only saw the commercial value in the acquisition, but the reputational value that came with the acquisition. In an exclusive interview with FAnews, Herman Schoeman, CEO: Guardrisk Group & Non-Life Insurance Momentum Metropolitan, provided some insights into the acquisition. We believe that this is a high-...
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Term vs permanent life insurance Life insurance: Are you in it for the short or long game? What life insurance should I buy? What life insurance is going to protect my family the best? First a simple rule of thumb: Take a look at your insurance needs. If you need the insurance for less than ten years, buy term. If you need the insurance for greater than 20 years, buy permanent. I love rules of thumb because they are quick, and if not always accurate they point you in the right direction. Term is temporary insurance: Term insurance is designed to give your family protection for a set length of time. 85% of life insurance policies sold are term policies but only 2-3% ever pay a dime. The...
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Making the right decision regarding which insurance plan to choose can get quite confusing at times. If this is your first time coming across the terms such as whole and term life insurance, we?ve created this article to clear up at least some of the confusion. We’ve highlighted the main 3 differences between them. You?ll quickly be able to see what each of them is about and make your decision accordingly. To help you do that, let’s look at 3 key differences between whole and term life insurance. 3 Key Differences between Whole and Term Life Insurance 1. Term insurance is more affordable, but only lasts a certain amount of time Consequently, most people would never get any...
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