A SIMPLE GUIDE TO SENIOR LIFE INSURANCE PLANS

There are many different types of senior life insurance plans that are available to senior citizens. Knowing this is only half the battle however, since knowing what they are and how they work can be confusing for some. In the following article we will take a brief yet closer look at senior life insurance plans. Looking at different types of plans and what they do may just be able to help you out. 

There are generally three different types when it comes to senior life insurance plans. One is a level term policy that pays off in one cash settlement. This means the settlement amount will stay the same no matter what. Another type is known as the increasing term type of policy. This means that the settlement amount will increase and allow for any inflation. In some cases the premium may get higher as well however. One last type of policy is the decreasing term policy. This last type of policy means that the settlement rate can decrease as the term of the policy wears on. These types are usually linked to a term life policy, which only lasts for a certain amount of time. Just keep in mind with these three types, that increasing term policy types can be the most expensive. Decreasing terms are good for those who are planning on using it for mortgage payments, which will also decrease over time. 

After knowing what kinds of types that are available with senior life insurance plans, there is also how they are available for pay out to learn about. One way for a pay out is a lump sum. The lump sum is usually the most popular way to get the settlement after death. This allows for one tax break and one easy pay off anything. The second way that you can receive a settlement is via what is called a “family income benefit”. This is basically a previously agreed upon annual amount being paid out to the remaining family. Usually this payment will be made for the remaining amount of the term left on the insurance policy. This second kind of payout will make the policy cheaper. 

One last thing to look at when it comes to senior life insurance plans is whole life insurance. This type of policy is one that lasts for the rest of your life, no matter how long it is. Instead of only covering you for a few years and risk losing it before it's needed, whole life is more reliable. These policies are usually a little more expensive but are guaranteed better than term life policies. Also remember to look into getting individual insurance policies if possible. This is because if you use a joint policy it will only pay out once. If you are married and have children, individual plans are a better option. 

Knowing more on senior life insurance plans will definitely help you feel less overwhelmed when searching for one. Hopefully this article was a helpful guide in your search for one that is right for you. If knowing is half the battle, then half the battle has been won. 
