This is the most straightforward and affordable type of life insurance. It provides coverage for a specific period, such as 10, 20, or 30 years. If the insured passes away during the term, the beneficiaries receive a death benefit. If the term expires while the insured is alive, there is no payout.
Whole life insurance offers lifetime coverage and includes a savings component known as cash value. Premiums are typically higher than term insurance but remain fixed throughout the policyholder’s life. The cash value grows over time and can be borrowed against.