End-of-Year Life Checkup: Revisiting Your Insurance Needs
Paul Findlow
Reflecting on Another Year Gone By
As we gather with loved ones and prepare for the holiday season, it's a natural time for reflection. This period coincides perfectly with open enrollment, making it an ideal moment to reassess our life insurance needs. Life, with all its twists and turns, can quickly render once-perfect policies outdated. Whether it's welcoming new family members or changing jobs, your priorities and responsibilities may have shifted more than you realize.Why an Annual Insurance Checkup is Essential
Life’s journey is anything but predictable, and that's why it's crucial to review your life insurance policies annually.- Welcoming a child or grandchild: New additions to your family mean more people relying on your support, highlighting the need for adequate coverage.
- Buying a home or taking on new financial obligations: With significant purchases come increased responsibilities. Ensure your policy reflects these changes.
- Adjusting beneficiary designations or estate plans: Review and update who you want to benefit from your insurance and how this fits into your overall estate planning.
- Getting married or divorced: Couples often combine or separate policies to reflect their marital status, impacting financial strategy.
- Changes in health, income, or long-term financial goals: Any significant shifts in health or earnings could necessitate a policy refresh.
- A new job, promotion, or retirement: Career changes can alter both your income and the coverage provided by an employer.

