
4. What Is a Permanent Policy?
5. Once I Buy the Policy, Will I Even Need to Change My Insurance Coverage?
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4. What Is a Permanent Policy?
Permanent policies are typically the best option if you are looking for life-long protection, or an option to accumulate a tax-deferred cash value. A portion of the premium of a permanent policy is used to build up a cash value. The cash value can be used in several different ways, including allowing you to take out a loan against the cash value, or paying your premium after your policy is fully paid up.
5. Once I Buy the Policy, Will I Even Need to Change My Insurance Coverage?
If you already have a policy, it will usually have a lower premium rate than a new policy you would buy. If you’re buying a permanent policy, the cash value will also be smaller for several years. Keeping all these factors in mind, it might be worth considering a new policy if you have any significant changes in your life circumstances, such as if you:
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