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How Much Term Insurance Does Your Family Need?

How income replacement, outstanding liabilities and future family goals shape the level of life cover to consider.

365 Wealth Advisory Desk5 min readPublished: To be publishedSample content

Three building blocks

A common approach considers the income your family would need to replace, the liabilities that would remain, and the goals still to be funded — such as education.

Subtract what already exists

Existing policies, employer cover and liquid assets reduce the additional cover required. The difference is the protection gap.

Key Takeaways

  • Cover is usually built from income replacement, liabilities and pending goals.
  • Existing cover and liquid assets reduce the gap.
  • The number changes as loans reduce and goals are funded.
  • Term Insurance
  • Protection Gap

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Information published by 365 Wealth is intended for educational and general informational purposes only and should not be considered personalized financial, investment, insurance or tax advice. Individual circumstances differ. Please consult an appropriately qualified professional before making financial decisions.

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