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Everybody needs insurance. Even if you don’t have a family, you still have an estate to protect. Owning a business or property, having debt, or even just wanting to provide something for loved ones means that you need to protect your estate.

You have insurance for your home and vehicles, now it’s time to look at life insurance. The need for life insurance can feel like a tough conversation to have, people rarely want to plan for when they pass away. Life insurance can assist your loved ones and business interests in the event of your unexpected passing.

Why Do I Need Life Insurance?

Most people don’t want to think about life insurance when they are in their twenties or thirties. There are other things to focus on like paying down debt, buying a house, paying for a wedding, travelling and starting a family. However, the longer you wait to buy a life insurance policy the more expensive it can be.

Life insurance is a financial safety net for your loved ones in the event of your passing. Do you have a mortgage or financed vehicle? Will your loved ones need to figure out how to replace your lost income?

Our life insurance brokers will assist you through the process in deciding on what type of coverage is best and how it can support your loved ones in the event of your passing.

Types of Life Insurance

There are three main types of life insurance options:

Term life insurance is typically the most affordable and provides protection for a specific amount of time such as five to 30 years; or up to a maximum age. Your premiums will be fixed for the duration of your insurance coverage and your loved ones will receive payment if you should pass away during this time. Term life insurance is more affordable when you purchase it when you are younger and healthier with the rates increasing as you age.

You should consider term life insurance if:

  • You are on a budget but would like to provide for your loved ones;
  • You think your circumstance will change over the years and your need for coverage will decrease;
  • Your needs are short-term.

Whole life insurance provides insurance for the entirety of your life and will give your beneficiaries a tax-free payment after you pass away. With most whole life insurance plans your premiums will remain the same even if you experience changes to your health over the years. It can be more expensive during the early years of coverage.

Whole life insurance is a good option if you:

  • Have permanent financial obligations that will continue after your death;
  • Have accumulated significant wealth and assets that will result in the need to pay estate after you pass away; or,
  • Want to provide a tax efficient transfer of wealth to loved ones or charity following your death.

Universal life insurance enables you to build your savings and provide a guaranteed death benefit for your loved ones. These policies offer a range of investment accounts with the payments you make above the cost of your insurance plan being put aside to grow in a long-term tax savings account.

You should consider universal life insurance if you:

  • Want to build your savings in combination with your TFSA and RRSPs;
  • Want to leave money for your beneficiaries; or,
  • Own a business and are looking for a way to protect the value of your business that is tax-efficient.

What Determines the Cost of Life Insurance in Edmonton?

Some of the key factors that can impact the cost of your life insurance are:

  1. Your age: the cost of your life insurance will increase as you age, especially after 50.
  2. If you smoke: Smoking is a red flag for most insurance companies as it puts you at an increased risk for serious health ailments.
  3. Your gender: Statistically women tend to live approximately five years longer than men. Because this means they will be paying for insurance longer, women generally receive lower premium rates than men.
  4. Your lifestyle: Are you doing some intense and dangerous mountain biking in the Rocky Mountains? Do you like to fly small planes? These types of high-risk hobbies can lead to increased life insurance premiums.
  5. Your health and family history: Some carriers may require you to get a full medical exam to be eligible for their life insurance plans. If you have any serious medical conditions it’s important to get them under control in order to qualify for the best premiums. You will also need to disclose whether you have a family history of conditions that may contribute to early death.

Why Rogers McLean Shaw?

Rogers McLean Shaw is dedicated to helping you find the right plan for your lifestyle. Every life is different, which is why our life insurance brokers provide personalized life insurance solutions for individuals and businesses throughout Alberta.

As a partner of the Rogers Insurance Group of Companies, we have numerous contacts within the industry to ensure you are getting a competitive life insurance policy that meets your needs and protects your loved ones. Get a free life insurance quote by giving us a call today.

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