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What is 20 Year Term Insurance Policy?

There are milestones to be met and dreams that have to come true, in the course of a lifetime. A 20-year term insurance plan ensures that you can follow your dreams in peace without worrying that your family will be left in the lurch if you are no longer around to support them.

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You may not always be around to take care of your family. And that’s when a term plan ensures your family is well protected.

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As human beings, we always want to be in control of situations. But life works differently – when things turn around, they leave you perplexed and frantic. Unpredictability is certainly the name of the game, but there are some steps one can take to minimise the challenges. This is particularly applicable in the case of breadwinners, who are responsible for their families.

That’s where a term insurance policy can help. It may sometimes feel confusing to choose from a sea of insurance plans available today, but if you are looking to safeguard your family in the long run, there’s nothing better than a 20-year term insurance plan.

How does a 20-year term policy work?

Once the policyholder signs up for a 20-year term policy, it is mandatory for them to pay regular premiums to avail the benefits of the plan. In this case, a death benefit is offered if the policyholder loses his life during the tenure. There is no maturity benefit that’s extended if the policyholder survives through the tenure.

The benefits of a 20-year term insurance policy

If you’re planning to sign up for a 20-year term insurance policy, here are a few benefits you should be aware of:

  • Security for 20 years to the policyholder’s family, offering peace of mind
  • Death benefit offered to the family; in case the policyholder dies during the policy term. It could be natural death, death by accident, or death due to critical illness
  • Surrender benefit is offered if the policyholder surrenders the policy before the policy tenure ends
  • Helps in planning future financial needs like your child’s education or marriage
  • Income tax benefit under Section 80C of the Income Tax Act*
  • Offers option to add riders for an added layer of security
  • Affordable premiums to ensure coverage, without emptying the pockets of the policyholder

Is there any way to calculate 20-year term life insurance premiums?

The premium for a term life insurance plan is calculated based on a range of factors, including the age of the policyholder, family size, annual income, sum assured, medical history, and if they have a history of smoking or any other major health risks. If someone has a greater health risk, be prepared to pay a higher premium.

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1. Is it a good idea to avail the 20-year term insurance plan?

It is definitely a good idea for those individuals who are looking to safeguard their family’s financial needs in their absence for a tenure of 20 years.

2. Does one receive a maturity benefit if the policyholder survives during the tenure of the 20-year term insurance plan?

No. If the policyholder survives the term, they do not receive any maturity benefit.

3. How can one cancel the 20-year term insurance policy?

There are two ways to approach this. You could reach out to your insurance company and let them know your decision. Alternatively, you can choose not to pay regular premiums. After a certain grace period, your policy will be canceled.

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Francis Rodrigues has a decade long experience in the insurance sector, and as SVP, E-Commerce and Digital Marketing, HDFC Life, manages the online sales channel, as well as digital and performance marketing. He has had hands-on experience in setting up sales channels and functional teams from scratch over a career spanning 2 decades.

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