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Life Insurance Explained: How to Choose the Right Policy for Your Family’s Future

6/2/2025

 
Protecting your loved ones starts with understanding your options. Working with an
expert who’s helped families like yours since 2008 can help explain your options in an
understandable manner .
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Life insurance isn’t just about preparing for the unexpected, it’s about allowing your
family to maintain their lifestyle, pay off debts, and achieve their dreams, even if you’re
no longer there to provide for them. But with so many policy types available, how do you
know which one fits your needs? Let’s break it down.
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​1. Term Life Insurance: Affordable Protection for Specific Goals
How it works:
  • Coverage period: 10–40 years (you choose the term)
  • Cost: Lowest premiums of all policy types
  • Best for: Young families, mortgage payers, or anyone needing temporary coverage
Why choose it:
  • Example: A 30-year-old parent might select a 20-year term to cover their child’s college years.
  • Key benefit: Premiums stay fixed, and you can often renew if needed.
  • Limitation: No cash value—it’s pure protection.
Think term life might be right for your family’s current needs?

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​2. Whole Life Insurance: Lifelong Security with Savings
How it works:
  • Coverage period: Your entire life (up to age 100–105 in most cases) Cost: Higher premiums but can offer significant cash value growth
  • Best for: Estate planning or those wanting predictable savings
Why choose it:
  • Example: A 40-year-old might use it to fund a trust for their grandchildren.
  • Key benefit: Borrow against the cash value for emergencies or opportunities.
  • Limitation: Less flexible than other permanent policies.

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​3. Universal Life Insurance: Flexible Coverage for Changing Needs
How it works:
  • Coverage period: Lifetime with adjustable premiums/death benefits
  • Cost: Mid-range with interest-based cash value growth
  • Best for: Business owners or those with fluctuating incomes
Why choose it:
  • Key benefit: Potential for premium-free coverage if cash value grows enough.
  • ​Limitation: Market rates affect growth, requiring active management.
Need flexible coverage that can adapt to your changing circumstances?

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​4. Variable Life Insurance: Investment-Linked Growth
How it works:
  • Coverage period: Lifetime with market-driven cash value
  • Cost: Highest risk/reward due to investment options
  • Best for: Experienced investors comfortable with market swings
Why choose it:
  • Example: A 50-year-old with strong market knowledge might allocate funds to stocks.
  • Key benefit: Higher long-term growth potential than other policies.
  • Limitation: Fees and market losses can erode value.
Ready to explore the potential for investment-linked growth with variable life
insurance? 

Does this strategy Align with your goals?
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​5. Final Expense Insurance: Peace of Mind for Older Adults
How it works:
  • Coverage period: Lifetime with smaller payouts ($2.5k–$40k)
  • Cost: Low premiums, no medical exam often required
  • Best for: Seniors covering funeral costs or medical bills
Why choose it:
  • Example: A 70-year-old might use it to spare their children burial expenses.
  • Key benefit: Easier approval for those with health issues.
  • Limitation: Limited death benefit amounts.
Which Policy Fits Your Life Stage?
  • Under 35: Term life (budget-friendly protection)
  • 35–50: Whole/universal life (balancing family needs and savings)
  • 50+: Final expense or cash-rich permanent policies
Considering final expense insurance for peace of mind?

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Still unsure which policy aligns with your life stage? Here’s why personalized
advice matters:

Your health, debt, family size, and long-term goals all influence which policy works best. A 20-year term might seem perfect now—but what if you have another child? Universal life could adapt, while whole life would lock in lifelong rates. These nuances are where 20 years of expertise matter.
Connect with Scott at Fieldstone Financial for expert guidance and a personalized quote.

Let’s Build Your Safety Net Together
As a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ and insurance specialist since 2008, I’ve
helped families:
- Compare policies from top insurers
- Avoid overpaying unnecessary premiums
- Design plans that grow with life’s changes – from marriages to retirements
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Let’s navigate this together.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Don't leave your family's security to chance. Schedule your free consultation with
Scott at Fieldstone Financial today or request a personalized life insurance quote
now to protect what matters most, together.
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P.S. As a Financial Advisor since 2008, I’ll show you how life insurance integrates with
your:
● Retirement plan
● College savings strategy
● Estate preservation goals

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ESTABLISHING A FINANCIAL SAFETY NET

2/9/2021

 
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In times of crisis, you don't want to be shaking pennies out of a piggy bank. Having a financial safety net in place can ensure that you're protected when a financial emergency arises. One way to accomplish this is by setting up a cash reserve, a pool of readily available funds that can help you meet emergency or highly urgent short-term needs.

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THE FINANCIAL BASICS FOR MILLENNIALS AND yOUNGER

3/17/2020

 
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​Millennials face financial challenges that are unique to their generation. One of the first steps in overcoming them is to understand from basic financial concepts.

​With age comes responsibility, so if you're a young adult in your 20s or 30s, chances are you've been introduced to the realities of adulthood. While you're excited by all the opportunities life has to offer, you're also aware of your emerging financial responsibility.


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WOMEN AND RETIREMENT

3/3/2020

 
​Women: Are you planning for retirement with one hand tied behind your back?

Women can face unique challenges when planning for retirement. Let's take a look at three of them.

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TAX ADVANTAGE VEHICLES

2/18/2020

 
​The Benefits of Tax-Advantaged Savings Vehicles
Taxes can take a big bite out of your total investment returns, so it's helpful to look for tax-advantaged strategies when building a portfolio. But keep in mind that investment decisions shouldn't be driven solely by tax considerations; other factors to consider include the potential risk, the expected rate of return, and the quality of the investment.

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FLEXIBLE WORK SCHEDULES

2/4/2020

 
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​Yes, it just might be the key. Your job is the foundation for general financial security, including retirement. In addition to providing you with a steady salary and valuable employee benefits, it typically brings with it the ability to save in a tax-advantaged employer-sponsored retirement plan like a 401(k), and if you're lucky, a pension. It also allows you to start qualifying for Social Security retirement benefits.


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PLANNING FOR SOCIAL SECURTIY

1/21/2020

 
Social Security Retirement Benefits
​Social Security was originally intended to provide older Americans with continuing income after retirement. Today, though the scope of Social Security has been widened to include survivor, disability, and other benefits, retirement benefits are still the cornerstone of the program.

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NUTS AND BOLTS: HOW TO ROLL OVER YOUR EMPLOYER RETIREMENT PLAN ASSETS

1/7/2020

 
​There are two types of rollovers: direct and indirect. A direct rollover is paid from your plan directly to your IRA or to your new employer’s retirement plan. The funds are never payable to you. An indirect (60-day) rollover is a payment made to you that you later roll over to an IRA or an employer retirement plan.(1) When you request a distribution from your employer’s  401(k), 403(b), or governmental 457(b) plan that’s eligible for rollover, you’ll receive a statement describing the tax rules  applicable to your distribution and your rollover options.(2) You should read that statement carefully.

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MAINTAINING YOUR FINANCIAL RECORDS: THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING ORGANIZED

12/24/2019

 
An important part of managing your personal finances is keeping your financial records organized. Whether it's a utility bill to show proof of residency or a Social Security card for wage reporting purposes, there may be times when you need to locate a financial record or document--and you'll need to locate it relatively quickly. By taking the time to clear out and organize your financial records, you'll be able to find what you need exactly when you need it.

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FOUR TIPS FOR PLANNING A CAREER CHANGE

12/10/2019

 
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Changing careers can be rewarding for many reasons, but career transitions don't always go smoothly. Your career shift may take longer than expected, or you may find yourself temporarily out of work if you need to go back to school or can't immediately find a job. Consider these four tips to help make the financial impact of the transition easier.

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