End-of-Year Life Checkup: Is Your Coverage Up to Date?
Amy Frith

As the year draws to a close and the holiday season unfolds, it's a perfect time for reflection. The end of the year not only brings festive celebrations but also the open enrollment period, making it an ideal moment to reconsider your life insurance needs. Life is full of surprises, and those twists—both expected and unexpected—might mean that an old policy no longer fits. It's natural for priorities and responsibilities to shift over time, sometimes without us even realizing it.

Consider these life changes that could affect your life insurance:

Marriage or Divorce

Life changes like getting married or divorced could mean it's time to reassess your coverage needs to ensure your loved ones are properly protected.

New Job, Promotion, or Retirement

Whether it's climbing the career ladder, changing jobs, or entering retirement, your financial responsibilities and security needs may have transformed.

Welcoming a Child or Grandchild

Adding a new member to your family is a joyous occasion. It's also a reminder to check if your policy covers your expanding family adequately.

Buying a Home or New Financial Obligations

New financial commitments, like purchasing a home, can impact how much life insurance you need to cover liabilities.

Health, Income, or Long-Term Financial Goals

Changes in health, income, or future financial plans might necessitate a review of your current policy to assure it aligns with your goals.

Beneficiary Designations or Estate Plans

Adjustments in your life might mean updating beneficiaries or revising estate plans to reflect your new priorities.

Reassessing your life insurance annually brings peace of mind, ensuring that your coverage is still suitable for your current situation. Before the year ends, consider taking this proactive step. Reach out to schedule a quick coverage review—it's an easy and supportive way to make sure everything is in order for the future.