Our recent holiday season got me thinking of gifts that can really make a difference. I was watching a business show that focused on the high cost of education. They also discussed the lack of basic personal finance knowledge among young people. Many young people and their parents encourage student debt. They may take responsibility for these loans with their kids, but ultimately, it’s a problem for everyone. It can be a terrible burden for the child when they graduate. Or, it can be a terrible burden for the parents when they are focusing on retirement. So, what can be done? It is often said that grandparents start to like their grandchildren even more than their kids. So, wouldn’t they want to be in a position to help pay off part of the college loans? Of course, but it seems very expensive to do unless you are using “discounted dollars.” Discounted dollars are available in a life insurance policy. The grandparent will not pay full dollars for the benefit. They either pay through periodic premiums or a single premium. And, there can be a safety valve. Many policies offer accelerated benefits if the insured needs some type of long-term care assistance. Enjoy our sales tips? Want to discuss this further? Reach out! |
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