Do I Need A Term Life Insurance? Answers & Examples [2024 LATEST]

“I don’t need a term life insurance.”

“Erm…What is a term life insurance… actually?”

You should understand the functions of term life insurance before making an informed decision for yourself and your family.

 

Understanding Term Life Insurance

Term life insurance is a pure protection insurance that provides risk coverage for a specified period.

For example, if you buy a 30-year term life insurance policy and a covered event occurs within those 30 years, the insurance company will pay the sum insured to the beneficiaries or their family. If no event occurs, the policy ends after 30 years without refund of premiums or cash value. This is a consumption-type insurance designed to transfer risk to the insurance company at a low cost.

Term life insurance is characterized by low premiums, high coverage, and significant leverage, making it ideal for the primary income earners of a family to ensure financial protection during crucial periods. In the event of an accident, the family can receive financial compensation to maintain their quality of life.

 

Examples of Who Should Buy Term Life Insurance

  1. Young Families:
    • Mei and Kai, both in their early 30s, have two young children and a mortgage. Mei works as a teacher, and Kai is an engineer. They purchase a 30-year term life insurance policy to ensure that if anything happens to either of them, the surviving spouse and their children will have financial support for daily expenses, education costs, and the mortgage.
  2. Newlyweds:
    • Sarah and John, a newly married couple in their late 20s, have recently bought a condo and have a joint mortgage. They decide to get 20-year term life insurance policies to cover the mortgage and any other debts, ensuring that if one of them passes away, the other will not be burdened with financial difficulties.
  3. Homeowners:
    • Priya, a 40-year-old single mother, has a 20-year mortgage on her home. She buys a 20-year term life insurance policy that matches the mortgage amount to ensure that if she dies prematurely, the mortgage will be paid off, and her children will have a secure home.
  4. Income Earners:
    • Ravi, a 35-year-old IT professional, is the primary breadwinner for his family, including his wife and elderly parents. He takes out a 25-year term life insurance policy to replace his income in case of his unexpected death, ensuring his family can maintain their standard of living and cover medical expenses for his parents.
  5. Business Owners:
    • Linda and Maria co-own a small marketing firm. They purchase term life insurance policies on each other. This way, if one of them dies unexpectedly, the insurance payout can be used to buy out the deceased partner’s share, settle any business debts, and provide financial stability for the business.
  6. Individuals with Limited Budgets:
    • James, a 28-year-old graphic designer, is just starting his career and doesn’t have a large budget for insurance. He opts for a 20-year term life insurance policy because it offers high coverage at a low premium, providing financial protection for his future family at an affordable cost.
  7. Those with Temporary Needs:
    • Alicia, a 45-year-old mother, has a 10-year term life insurance policy to cover her son’s college education and a car loan. This policy ensures that these financial responsibilities are taken care of if anything happens to her during that period.
  8. People Seeking Supplemental Coverage:
    • David, a 50-year-old manager, has a whole life insurance policy but wants additional coverage until his children are financially independent. He adds a 15-year term life insurance policy to provide extra financial security during their college years and early careers.

 

What’s Next?

If you would like to get a quotation of term life insurance, send your primary information to my WhatsApp (+65 8680 2340) or email (lidwinateo@fapl.sg). I will send the quotation and provide a personalised financial advice for you. Look forward to your message!

Meanwhile, you may also read more about common FAQs regarding term life insurance.

Important: The information and opinions in this article are for general information purposes only. They should not be relied on as professional financial advice. Readers should seek independent financial advice that is customised to their specific financial objectives, situations & needs. This advertisement or publication has not been reviewed by the Monetary Authority of Singapore.

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