Answers to Common Questions About Burial & Final Expense Insurance
1. HOW OLD MUST I BE FOR BURIAL INSURANCE?
Most people age 0–85 can obtain a burial policy. You buy insurance based on your health. Some companies are more liberal with a persons health.
2. I’VE BEEN TOLD TERM LIFE INSURANCE WILL COVER END-OF-LIFE COSTS?
While Term life insurance will cover expenses if it is still in force. Only 1% of term life insurance policies are in effect at death.
3. HOW MUCH COVERAGE SHOULD I BUY?
You should check to cost for a funeral in your area then adjust for inflation. The National Funeral Directors Association recently reported that the average burial costs $10,000, which includes a vault and viewing. They also reported that a cremation costs $6,000.
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4. WHAT’S THE PROCESS TO FILE A CLAIM ON A FINAL EXPENSE POLICY?
It starts with making a phone call to the insurer, notifying them that the insured died.
The company will send the beneficiary claim forms that need to be signed and returned with a copy of the death certificate.
Pay out can range from 3–7 days, unless something unusual has occurred.
5. IS A BURIAL POLICY THE SAME AS LIFE INSURANCE?
Burial or funeral insurance are type of permanent life insurance with small coverage options and a fast claim payout.
6. WILL THE BENEFICIARIES HAVE TO DEAL WITH TAXES?
Benefits are tax-free to your beneficiaries. Your family members will never incur a tax burden because of the policy.
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