Tuesday 9 December 2008

How To Get The Most Affordable Life Insurance

By Chris Channing

Getting a good life insurance plan is tough- since it is created for the wealthy or those who are currently healthy. Life insurance can still be had at excellent rates, so long as consumers know where to get it and how to barter with life insurance companies. The trick is, of course, knowing the "rules of the road."

Before doing anything else, consumers are urged to look for life insurance plans among as many companies as they can. Compile a long list of companies in one's area, and be prepared to call each and every one of them to get an accurate quote. Be sure to set aside a few hours for this, as this can sometimes be very time consuming, depending on the time of day and season.

Something most people are presented with upon employment is an offer to join a company's health plan. This health plan will usually include life insurance, which is often discounted in the benefit of the employee. Employers can offer such plans because they buy group plans from insurance companies. Check with your employer for more information and the specific, since not everyone offers such benefits.

Life insurance in particular can be tough to buy if one's health isn't in great shape. If at all possible, apply for life insurance while you are healthy so the premiums will be inexpensive. If that isnt an option, try looking for life insurance companies that specialize in terminal or abnormally ill patients to get a better rate.

One option in obtaining some of the best life insurance for free or highly discounted rates is to join the armed forces of one's own country. These plans are often given for free so long as the soldier is on active duty, and are highly discounted for others. This can vary from one country, obviously, so be sure to check with a recruiter for more information on this topic.

Even with all of these options, some lower class families might not have what it takes to achieve life insurance. If that's the case, some special bargaining may be in order. Some companies are existent for the sole purpose of buying life insurance policies, to collect the sum of money once the applicant passes away. In this case the applicant gets his or her life insurance paid for, plus a guarantee that their family will be able to have a proper burial in exchange for allowing the company to receive most of the lump payment.

Final Thoughts

Loved ones will appreciate the extra monetary support after one passes away- but also keep in mind a large benefit package isn't necessary. Try bartering with companies on lower benefit packages to reduce monthly premiums each month.

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