- The financial loss to the family due to the unfortunate death of the sole earner can be covered by insurance plans. The family can also repay any debts like home loans or other debts which the person insured may have incurred in his/her lifetime
- Insurance plans will help your family maintain their standard of living in case you are not around in the future. This will help them cover the costs of running the household through the insurance lump sum payout. The insurance money will give your family some much-needed breathing space along with coverage for all expenditure in case of death/accident/medical emergency of the policyholder
- Insurance plans will help in protecting the future of your child in terms of his/her education. They will make sure that your children are financially secured while pursuing their dreams and ambitions without any compromises, even when you are not around
- Many insurance plans come with savings and investment schemes along with regular coverage. These help in building wealth/savings for the future through regular investments. You pay premiums regularly and a portion of the same goes towards life coverage while the other portion goes towards either a savings plan or investment plan, whichever you choose based on your future goals and needs
- Insurance helps protect your home in the event of any unforeseen calamity or damage. Your home insurance plan will help you get coverage for damages to your home and pay for the cost of repairs or rebuilding, whichever is needed. If you have coverage for valuables and items inside the house, then you can purchase replacement items with the insurance money
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Helps with long-term goals
One of the most important benefits of life insurance is that it enables you to save and grow your money. You can use this amount to meet your long-term goals, like buying a house, starting a venture, saving for your child’s education or wedding, and more
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Useful for retirement planning
Life insurance can enable you to stay financially independent even during your retirement. Life insurance plans like annuity plans provide you with a fixed income for life. They are low-risk plans that help you maintain your current lifestyle, meet medical expenses and meet your post-retirement goals
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Provides tax benefits
Life insurance helps you plan for the future, while helping you save tax* in the present. The premiums paid under the policy are allowed as tax* deductions of up to ₹ 1.5 lakh per annum subject to conditions under Section 80C of The Income Tax Act, 1961. You can save up to ₹ 46,800/- in taxes* every year. Further, the amounts received under the policy are also exempt* subject to conditions under Section 10(10D) of the Income Tax Act, 1961.
