What is the cost of converting universal life insurance to term life insurance?

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Asked February 10, 2011

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The cost of converting a universal life insurance policy to a term life insurance policy can vary depending on several factors. Here are some of the factors that can affect the cost of converting:

  • Age: Your age at the time of conversion can affect the cost of converting your policy. Typically, the younger you are, the less expensive it will be to convert your policy.
  • Health: Your health status at the time of conversion can also affect the cost of converting your policy. If you are in good health, the cost will likely be lower than if you have health issues.
  • Coverage amount: The amount of coverage you want to convert can also affect the cost. The more coverage you want, the more it will cost.
  • Premiums paid: The amount of premiums you have already paid can also affect the cost of conversion. If you have paid a lot of premiums, you may be able to convert your policy at a lower cost.
  • Surrender charges: If you surrender your universal life insurance policy to convert it to term life insurance, you may have to pay surrender charges. These charges can vary depending on the insurance company and the policy.
It's important to note that not all universal life insurance policies are convertible to term life insurance. You should check your policy to see if it is convertible and what the conversion options are. Additionally, the process and cost of conversion can vary between insurance companies, so it's best to contact your insurance company directly to get an accurate cost estimate.

Answered February 10, 2011 by Anonymous

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