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INVEST IN YOUR CHILD'S FUTURE WITH CHILDREN'S WHOLE LIFE INSURANCE
Investing in a child's future is one of the most important decisions parents can make. While traditional savings accounts and college funds are common strategies, another avenue worth exploring is children's whole life insurance. This often-overlooked financial tool not only provides protection but also has the potential to accumulate significant cash value over time. In this blog, we'll explore how children's whole life insurance can serve as a vehicle for growing wealth, potentially reaching the milestone of one million dollars.
Early Start, Long-Term Growth:
The key advantage of children's whole life insurance is its early start. By purchasing a policy when a child is young, parents can lock in lower premiums and give the policy more time to accumulate value. The longer the policy is in force, the greater the potential for growth.
Cash Value Accumulation:
Unlike term life insurance, which provides coverage for a specific term, whole life insurance policies build cash value over time. A portion of the premiums paid goes into a cash value account, which earns interest or dividends, depending on the policy. This cash value grows tax-deferred, meaning it can accumulate and compound over the years without being subject to income tax.
Guaranteed Death Benefit:
Children's whole life insurance policies typically come with a guaranteed death benefit, providing financial protection in the event of the child's untimely death. This death benefit ensures that the policyholder's loved ones receive a lump sum payout, regardless of when the child passes away. This guarantee provides peace of mind to parents while also serving as a foundation for wealth accumulation.
Flexibility and Control:
Children's whole life insurance policies offer flexibility in terms of premium payments and coverage options. Parents can choose to pay premiums for a set number of years or for the child's entire life, depending on their financial goals. Additionally, some policies allow for adjustments to the coverage amount and premium payments as the child's needs change over time, providing greater control over the policy's growth trajectory.
Supplemental Retirement Income:
As the cash value of the policy grows over time, parents can utilize it as a supplemental source of retirement income. By taking out policy loans or making withdrawals, parents can access the cash value tax-free, providing additional financial security during retirement. This added benefit further enhances the value of children's whole life insurance as a long-term wealth-building tool.
Incredibly Inexpensive:
By starting young, children's whole life insurance is incredibly affordable. A 5y child can qualify for a $50,000 policy as low as $23.17/ month*. Parents / grandparents can remain the owner of the policy, or the child can take over ownership in adulthood. Some policies offer the ability to increase coverage amounts with lifetime milestones (marriage, birth of child, ...etc. or regular time period intervals...without having to prove medical eligibility. This is incredibly beneficial if the child develops medical issues later in life.
Conclusion:
Children's Whole Life Insurance offers a unique opportunity to sow the seeds of financial security and wealth accumulation from an early age. By harnessing the power of compound interest, tax-deferred growth, and guaranteed death benefits, parents can cultivate a policy that has the potential to grow to one million dollars or more over the course of their child's lifetime. As with any financial decision, it's essential to carefully consider the options and consult with a licensed insurance professional. Please contact The Clowe Agency...we are happy to answer any questions you may have.
The Clowe Agency
6700 Cantata St. NW Suite 205
Albuquerque, NM 87114
(505) 306-3811
Based on 5yr old child with Mutual of Omaha's Children's Whole Life policy as of 2.16.2024. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Prices are subject to change.