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September Top 10 – Term Life Insurance (this month powered by Google’s AI – BARD)

By September 27, 2023September 17th, 2024No Comments

Hi all, I wanted to switch things up a little bit and play with another AI engine this month, BARD.  That is Google’s program, similar to ChatGPT.  I’ve not explored this system before so I’m excited to jump in and see what it says. Since it’s life insurance awareness month, we’ll do 2 top 10’s this month, one on term life and one on whole/permanent life. Here’s my Term Life Top 10 conversation with Bard and my comments at the end. I have to say, Bard did a pretty darn good job. Enjoy!!

Hi Bard, can you tell me the top 10 most frequent questions people ask when it comes to term life insurance and provide the answers, please?

Sure. Here are the top 10 most frequent questions people ask about term life insurance, along with the answers:

1. Do I need term life insurance?

Whether or not you need term life insurance depends on your individual circumstances. If you have dependents, such as a spouse or children, who rely on your income, then term life insurance can provide a financial safety net for them in the event of your death. Term life insurance can also be used to pay for funeral expenses, debts, or other financial obligations.

2. How much term life insurance do I need?

The amount of term life insurance you need depends on a number of factors, including your income, expenses, debts, and the number of dependents you have. A good rule of thumb is to purchase enough coverage to replace your income for 10-15 years. You can also use an online life insurance calculator to estimate how much coverage you need.

3. What is the difference between term life insurance and permanent life insurance?

Term life insurance provides coverage for a specific period of time, typically 10, 20, or 30 years. If you die during the term of the policy, your beneficiaries will receive the death benefit. However, if you outlive the term of the policy, the coverage ends, and you will receive no money back.

Permanent life insurance provides coverage for your entire life, as long as you continue to pay the premiums. Permanent life insurance policies also build cash value, which you can borrow against or withdraw. However, permanent life insurance is more expensive than term life insurance.

4. How much does term life insurance cost?

The cost of term life insurance depends on a number of factors, including your age, health, sex, and the amount of coverage you purchase. Generally speaking, term life insurance is very affordable, especially for younger people. For example, a healthy 30-year-old male can purchase a $500,000 term life insurance policy for less than $20 per month.

5. What are the benefits of term life insurance?

Term life insurance offers a number of benefits, including:

  • It is very affordable, especially for younger people.
  • It provides a financial safety net for your loved ones in the event of your death.
  • It can be used to pay for funeral expenses, debts, or other financial obligations.
  • It is flexible and can be customized to meet your specific needs.

6. What are the drawbacks of term life insurance?

The main drawback of term life insurance is that it does not build cash value. If you outlive the term of the policy, the coverage ends and you will receive no money back. Additionally, your premiums may increase as you get older.

7. How do I buy term life insurance?

You can buy term life insurance from a life insurance agent or online. When shopping for term life insurance, it is important to compare quotes from multiple companies to get the best deal. You should also read the fine print carefully before you buy a policy to make sure you understand the terms and conditions.

8. What are some common exclusions to term life insurance policies?

Common exclusions to term life insurance policies include death due to suicide, war, and terrorism. It is important to read the fine print carefully to understand what is and is not covered by your policy.

9. Can I cancel my term life insurance policy?

Yes, you can cancel your term life insurance policy at any time. However, you will not receive a refund of any premiums you have already paid.

10. How do I file a claim on a term life insurance policy?

If you need to file a claim on a term life insurance policy, you should contact the insurance company as soon as possible. The insurance company will provide you with the necessary paperwork and instructions.

I hope this information is helpful. Please let me know if you have any other questions about term life insurance.

So, as mentioned, I was pretty impressed with Bard and its responses. Maybe I’m jaded but it does seem to be a little cleaner/smoother than Chat GPT but that kind of makes sense to me. I would think Google could scour the internet for information more efficiently than ChatGPT since it is already doing it all day every day.  

I hope you learned something from the above. I found it to be very accurate and a great representation of what should be discussed and explained with talking high level, term insurance 101.

Thanks for the read!  If we can help with anything at all, please let us know!

Ryan