When do you need life insurance

Generally, you need life insurance if other people depend on your income or if you have debt that will carry on after your death. However, the older you get the more expensive life insurance costs.

Is it OK to have no life insurance?

Not everyone needs life insurance. Those who've accumulated enough wealth and assets to care for their own and their loved one's needs independently in the event of their death can forgo paying for life insurance, especially if it's a term policy.

How do you decide if you even need life insurance?

If you're single and have no dependents with enough money to cover your debts as well as the expenses related to death—your funeral, estate, attorney fees, and other expenses—then you may not need life insurance. The same applies if you have dependents as well as enough assets to provide for them after your death.

What age is best to get life insurance?

As we age, we're at increased risk of developing underlying health conditions, which can result in higher mortality rates and higher life insurance rates. You'll typically pay less for term life insurance at age 20 than if you wait until age 40. Waiting until age 60 usually means an even bigger increase in price.