Which life insurance policies are ideal for seniors?


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What types of life insurance policies are best suited for senior citizens?

What life insurance policies are best for seniors looking to secure their financial future? What should I consider as I approach retirement?

Dec 27, 2024 | Christopher Martinez, Houston, Texas
Answer
Mark Fitzpatrick
Head of Insurance, MoneyGeekUpdated December 27, 2024

It is either whole life insurance or universal life insurance. The reason is that term life insurance may expire worthless if an older parent ends up living longer than the term of the insurance.

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