Term Life
Term insurance is the simplest form of life insurance. It pays only if death occurs during the term of the policy, which is usually from one to 30 years.
Universal Life
Universal life, also known as adjustable life, allows more flexibility than traditional whole life policies. The savings vehicle (called a cash value account) generally earns a money market rate of interest.
Whole Life/Permanent Life
Whole life or permanent insurance pays a death benefit whenever the policyholder dies.
Variable Life
Variable life policies combine death protection with a savings account that can be invested in stocks, bonds and money market mutual funds.
Life Insurance Policy
As your personal situations change (i.e., marriage, birth of a child or job promotion), so will your life insurance needs. Care should be taken to ensure this product is suitable for your long-term life insurance needs. You should weigh any associated costs before making a purchase.
Life insurance has fees and charges associated with it that include costs of insurance that vary with such characteristics of the insured as gender, health and age, and has additional charges for riders that customize a policy to fit your individual needs.