Life insurance is often misunderstood because there are so many types of coverage. You might have heard of the various types of life insurance, but there are basically two primary types. Here at the Michael Taylor Agency, we want to help our Columbia, SC family understand its options. 

Term Life Insurance

Term life insurance is life insurance coverage that is active for a set period of time, such as 10 years or 30 years. Generally, term life insurance has fixed premiums and a fixed payout upon the insured’s death. Those who choose term life insurance often do so to have coverage during an important period. 

For instance, they might have it for 30 years until their mortgage will be paid off. This helps their family in case tragedy strikes while they are still making house payments. Term life is also a more affordable option for many families.

Permanent Life Insurance

Permanent life insurance is insurance coverage for your whole life, as long as you pay your premiums every month. Permanent life insurance policies are attractive to individuals because they build cash value. Some also offer flexible payments and flexible death benefits. There are two popular types of permanent life insurance: whole life and universal life.

They are similar but have some distinct differences. Both provide lifelong protection and build cash value. The main difference is in how that cash value is built. With whole life, the value is built with low risk and it is guaranteed. A universal life policy’s cash value is built in a more high-risk fashion and is not guaranteed- it depends on the performance of the market.

Both permanent life and term life offers the policyholder some great benefits. If you are in the Columbia, SC area and are looking to obtain new or update your current life insurance policy, stop by or give the Michael Taylor Agency a call today. We can help you find the coverage you need for the life you love!