Like other aspects of your financial well-being, you don’t want to take
a “set it and forget it” approach to your life insurance policy.
As a general rule of thumb, it’s a good idea to review your life
insurance with your life insurance agent at least once a year. The life
insurance review is a way to make sure that you have the right kind
and level of coverage to protect your loved ones. And if you have
permanent life insurance, it’s a good opportunity to make sure it’s
helping you meet your overall financial goals.
A life insurance review is also the perfect time to learn about any
new coverage options your insurer recently announced; to discuss
any concerns you have about the rate you’re paying; and to take
action before a policy expires.
Other Times to Review Life Insurance
Your life insurance often needs to change as your life changes.
That’s why you’ll want to schedule a life insurance review after a
major life event.
Life events that should trigger a review of life insurance include…
Getting married
Getting divorced
Buying a house
Having or adopting a baby
Accepting a new job
Receiving a substantial raise or promotion
Taking out a mortgage or other loan
Refinancing your home
Paying off your mortgage
Buying a business
Selling a business
Receiving an inheritance
Having a loved one require long-term care
Becoming disabled
Becoming an empty nester
Experiencing a death in the family
Retiring
An often overlooked reason for scheduling a life insurance review
is experiencing a change in health. A turn for the worse is often a
reason to increase your coverage or to examine additional coverage
opportunities. (Just know that a new policy may cost more if you’re
facing a health challenge.) That said, rest assured that you’ll be
able to continue the coverage you already have in place regardless
of your health.
On the flip side, an improved health outlook from losing weight,
exercising more, quitting smoking and getting control over an issue
like high blood pressure might help you get a better rate. The same
applies if you recently quit a dangerous hobby like mountain climbing
or left a risky job like being a roofer.
Work With a Life Insurance Agent
One of the best ways to make sure your loved ones are fully protected
is to work with a licensed insurance agent who can walk you through
the entire process.
The key is to start today.
I am available for a free review within
My service area in Alabama.
Hayden Childs
Alabama Licensed Agent
(205) 269-1382
www.haydenchilds.net
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