What is Life Insurance, and How does it Work? | Guardian

There’s one more thing you should know about life insurance: the longer you wait to buy it, the more expensive it typically gets. Don’t put things off. If you can purchase life insurance through your employer, that’s a great place to start. You can get a basic level of coverage at very attractive group rates – but don’t assume it’s enough.

Life insurance is one of the most consequential financial purchases you can make – and it’s worth taking the time to look into all your options in order to get the coverage that best fits your needs. If you have a financial representative you trust, talk to them about your needs. If not, Guardian can connect you with a financial representative who will listen to your needs, tell you about the best ways to meet those needs within your budget, then help you decide. You can also get an online quote using our term life insurance calculator.

If you are an employee, taking advantage of your benefits at work can be a smart and affordable way to get the financial protection you want for yourself and your family. Contact your HR department to review your benefit details and determine how much life insurance is available to you. Your employer may provide life insurance as a benefit, or you may opt to pay for additional life insurance through payroll deductions.

Learn more about how to buy life insurance.