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Our coverage calculator takes you step-by-step to figure out exactly how much term life insurance you need.
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Some term life insurance policies require a medical exam. Others don’t. Only Policygenius compares them side-by-side to save you money (and confusion).
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Our simple dashboard lets you instantly check the progress of your application. We’ll even shop your policy around if your final rates come back different.
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THE POLICYGENIUS PROMISE
We promise to help you get the best protection for your situation.
How we keep our promise
Widest choice of A-rated life insurers means we always find you the best price
Experience finding coverage for people with complex medical histories
We'll shop your offer around if the price changes during the process
SO, WHAT'S IN IT FOR US?
Our service is free. So how do we make money?
Like traditional brokers, we get commissions for life insurance policies we sell. The commissions are part of the price (same as anywhere else), so you don't pay more to use our service. Our reputation is important so we'll always find the policy that's best for you.
Understanding life insurance.
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The right life insurance policy is an essential part of your family’s financial safety net. But buying it can be confusing. How much coverage do you need? Should you buy term or whole life insurance? What determines your rate—and how do you know if you’re getting a good quote?
What is life insurance?
Life insurance is a financial protection policy for your family that gives them a tax-free cash payment if you die while the policy is in effect.
Term Life Insurance
Term life gives you coverage for a set period of time—usually while you have dependents relying on your income.
Whole Life Insurance
Whole life insurance is a more expensive product that covers you for your entire life. It often has a cash value component that can be accessed while living and is best for high net worth individuals focused on legacy planning.
Types of life insurance.
Here’s a summary of some of the basic features and differences between the different types of life insurance.
Need more info? See our full analysis of term vs. whole life insurance.
Where do I start?
The first step to buying life insurance is calculating how much coverage you need. Our life insurance calculator will help you understand your needs based on your life circumstances and your financial situation.
Once you know how much coverage you need, Policygenius will compare quotes from the nation’s top carriers and find the best rates available for you. Even better, we’ll guide you through the entire application process until your policy is complete.
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The average cost of life insurance.
Most Americans overestimate the cost of term life insurance by more than double. But a healthy 30-year-old male pays an average of just $21 a month for a 20-year policy. A $100,000 policy can be under $10 a month and increasing coverage to $1,000,000 costs $37 a month — less than half the cost of a typical internet bill.
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