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How much life insurance do I need?

The amount of life insurance coverage you need varies based on a lot of factors including your life stage, your family needs and your outstanding debt. But there are some simple questions you can use to help evaluate your coverage needs.
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Take a minute to answer these brief questions
  • How much money do you have in savings?
  • How much debt do you have, including things like your home or student loans?
  • Do you have family or loved ones who depend on your income?
  • How long would they need your income if something were to happen to you?
  • Do you have children?
  • Do you plan on sending your children to college? If so, how much will they need?
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We have a handy calculator to help you walk through these items and determine what your needs might be. Why not take a few minutes now and find out how much coverage you may need?
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Coverage is often more affordable than you think. But even if you can’t afford everything you need now, there are ways to structure policies so that you can layer coverage. Get a little coverage now and add to it later. You’ll be glad you did.
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All Learning Center articles are general summaries that can be used when considering your financial future at various life stages. The information presented is for educational purposes and is meant to supplement other information specific to your situation. It is not intended as investment advice and does not necessarily represent the opinion of Protective Life or its subsidiaries.

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