Month: May 2021

Is a Death Benefit Taxable?

No, a death benefit is not taxable. You will, however, still want to report it, but not with your gross income.What is a Death Benefit?A death benefit is the purpose of your life insurance policy—when you, the policyholder, pass away, a predetermined amount of money, known as the death benefit, is passed on to your

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Can I Have Final Expense with Another Insurance Policy?

You can technically have final expense with another insurance policy depending on when you purchase each plan, your health, budget, and overall eligibility for coverage. Final Expense Eligibility To understand why final expense with another insurance policy may be limited, it’s important to consider the eligibility factor. Final expense is significantly easier to qualify for

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Can I Get a Final Expense Policy with Heart Disease?

Written by Kim WilhelmCEO | Licensed Insurance AgentCEO | Licensed Agent Verified!  See guidelinesVerified!  See our editorial guidelines Last Updated 19 Apr 2024 Heart disease is the #1 cause of death in America. According to the CDC, someone dies every 36 seconds from cardiovascular disease. The most common type of heart disease is coronary artery disease, followed by heart

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Can I Get a Final Expense Policy with Dementia or Alzheimer’s?

Written by Kim WilhelmCEO | Licensed Insurance AgentCEO | Licensed Agent Verified!  See guidelinesVerified!  See our editorial guidelines Last Updated 19 Apr 2024 Yes, you can get a final expense policy with dementia or Alzheimer’s. Guaranteed issue policies accept older individuals with preexisting and chronic conditions.Why It’s Difficult to Get Life Insurance Coverage with Dementia or Alzheimer’sDementia and Alzheimer’s

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