Life Insurance 101

Life insurance is an unbreakable promise that the people you care about will be taken care of financially when you’re gone. A life insurance company makes you this promise when you buy a policy. You can decide in advance how long you want the promise to be good for, and how much help your loved ones will need. Read more here.

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Life Insurance 101

Life insurance is an unbreakable promise that the people you care about will be taken care of financially when you’re gone. A life insurance company makes you this promise when you buy a policy. You can decide in advance how long you want the promise to be good for, and how much help your loved ones will need. Read more here.

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Who needs life insurance?

Short answer: you. Long answer, anyone who has people in the world they care about, especially if those people depend on them. Parents, people with outstanding debts, and those who make significantly more than their partner might find it especially helpful. More.

What if I’m covered through my work?

That’s a great start! But it’s just a start. Work-based policies often pay far smaller sums than your loved ones will really need. They can also disappear at inconvenient times - like when you’re between jobs. Getting a policy of your own removes any doubt. More.

How big of an insurance policy do I need?

Any number is better than nothing, but financial experts usually recommend a policy that can pay out 5x your annual salary. Your unique lifestyle can push this number higher or lower. Whatever your needs are, though, we probably have a policy that can fit them. More.

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How much does life insurance cost?

Compare some real quotes for 10-year term life insurance. These are example rates, as final prices will depend on a person’s individual situation, and pricing can vary by state.

Take a minute and get an estimate for life insurance that fits your family’s needs.

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Feeling curious? We’ve got the cure.

How do I get term life insurance coverage?

Generally, insurers will ask you to fill in an application form. Information you’ll need to provide include details about your health, personal and professional circumstances. Since term life insurance is medically underwritten, your health and other risk factors will be taken into consideration to determine whether the insurer will offer coverage. If you’re approved, the insurer will also look at the rate it’s willing to offer you.Depending on the insurer, after signing and submitting your application, you’ll go through an automatic underwriting process. This process will include looking through submitted information, your medical history, consumer reporting agencies, and other available sources like the DMV and Medical Information Bureau (MIB)In some cases, insurers will require that you undergo a health exam or provide further information to determine whether you’re eligible for life insurance. If so, a representative may contact you to answer some follow-up questions, schedule a medical exam, and even provide additional medical records.Once the final decision is made and you’re approved, you’ll have a chance to approve the premium price and term before finalizing your agreement. If you like what you see, you’ll then submit payment information. Otherwise, with Fabric, you can customize your term length and coverage amount before moving forward. Offers are valid for 60 days from the date of the offer.

How do you calculate my monthly premium?

How to get life insurance

Start by doing your research

Think about how much coverage you need, based on how much it’ll take to protect your family. You might also total up costs like final expenses, debt repayment, mortgages, college costs for your kids, day-to-day living expenses for your family and more.

Then you’ll want to decide what term length is right for you. How long do you want this coverage to last?

For example, if you have a 5-year-old and choose a policy with a 20-year term, then your family would be covered until your child is 25 years old.

Then make it happen

For a sense of how much insurance might cost you, get a free quote. It takes a minute and can set your expectations. Of course, that’s only an estimate because your real price will depend on a more thorough look at your personal situation.

From there, fill out a life insurance application. This generally takes about ten minutes and will ask you questions about your health and medical history, employment, hobbies and other factors. If you’re approved on the spot, you’ll have an opportunity to purchase your policy then and there. If the underwriters have questions about your application, they’ll reach out.

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More questions?

We love that you’re as interested in this as we are. Reach out to our licensed insurance agents. They know a lot and don’t work on commission.

*Competitor 1 is State Farm Life Insurance Company, Competitor 2 is The Prudential Insurance Company of America. Pricing shown here is as of 08/04/22 for a 10 year term and based on a 30-year-old, 170 lb, 5’4”, non-smoker female in TX in excellent health. Competitor information is obtained from sources believed to be reliable, but its accuracy or completeness is not guaranteed. This data is for informational purposes and is not intended as a solicitation or recommendation of any insurance product. Premium rates and underwriting classes may vary by company.
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