Life insurance is designed to provide financial security to your loved ones after you are gone. Depending on your situation, this money might help to pay off debt, fund your spouse’s retirement, or help support your children’s education. There are several different types of policies to choose from. If you do not understand all the facts, a mistake could spell financial disaster for those you leave behind. When shopping for a policy, you will want to watch for and avoid these major missteps.

Life insurance should be a major part of almost every financial plan. Working with an advisor can help to answer your questions not only about life insurance and the different types of life insurance available to you but how it can contribute to the overall health of your financial plan.