Managing Your Life Insurance

Many times life insurance may seem Like something you buy and just let sit with you while having the peace of mind you are covered. In reality, you should always keep an eye on your policy to make sure you are getting the most out of it. Keeping on top of your life insurance policies seems like a handful, but staying On top of your insurance policy, you can make sure you avoid potential setbacks.

Three steps to managing your life insurance policy

1. Review your life insurance policy frequently.

       One of the most important steps is to review your policy frequently. Reviewing your policy frequently, you may spot some exceptions. Doing this can save you time and money in the future. Another thing is fully knowing your coverages and payments can help you in the future in case you need to re-shop for additional insurance; you may be able to find a better price and coverage. Even with your employer, if you do carry life insurance with them, it’s always a good idea to check your coverages and premiums. We do always recommend a policy outside of your job, as the policy with your job is a good addition to your policy outside of your job. Most people change jobs and companies throughout their careers, and these policies typically do not follow you and end as soon as your employment ends with the company you work for. Policies through your place of employment are good short-term supplemental coverages.

2. Making Adjustments to Your Life Insurance Policy
       As time goes by, your life insurance needs may change. These changes throughout time may warrant you to make adjustments and changes to your policy. Some life events can include getting married, having kids, and buying a new home. All these events can make you consider reevaluating your policy based on your needs of needing more coverage to protect you and your family. These changes will be based on your current and future financial needs. When making changes with your policy through your place of employment, please take note that at times they only offer 1-2x your salary as coverage. Most times this won’t be enough to protect you and your family. It is okay to use it as a supplemental policy, but having a policy outside of your job will be the best bet for you and your family. Many times it is recommended you have coverage 10x your salary. Individual life insurance could provide you that extra needed coverage group life insurance through your job cannot meet.
3. Updating your policy beneficiaries
       Most likely your beneficiary is the reason you bought this policy. To protect them in the event of your passing. It is important to update your beneficiary for any policy changes made. Also to go over your policy with them every couple of years.
 
John Johnson
John Johnson
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