Best Life Insurance Options for Seniors

Best Life Insurance Options for Seniors
Choosing the right life insurance policy can help your loved ones after you die. Rawpixel.com/Shutterstock
Mike Valles
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Everyone should have some form of life insurance, and this is especially so for seniors. Being prepared for that inevitable day helps give your loved ones some comfort knowing that they will not have a financial burden when you pass.

Choosing the Right Insurance Company

A life insurance company is only good if it pays the death benefits stipulated in the policy. Make sure the company has a good financial rating before purchasing a policy, as the rating reveals whether or not the company is financially solvent. You also want to find out if there are numerous complaints about the company. Every state has a Department of Insurance (or similar office) that will usually indicate complaints and problems with an insurer.
Complaints may show that the company is attempting to avoid paying claims or that customer service is poor. Ways to find this information can be found at NerdWallet.

Possibly Adding Benefits

Several life insurance companies with policies for seniors provide benefits not offered by other companies. There is also a difference in the age at which they will issue a policy and when the policy terminates. Some will provide coverage up to the ages of 80 or 85, and a few even until you reach 90. Term life policies are usually not available once you reach 70.
Mike Valles
Mike Valles
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Mike Valles has been a freelance writer for many years and focuses on personal finance articles. He writes articles and blog posts for companies and lenders of all sizes and seeks to provide quality information that is up-to-date and easy to understand.
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