Insurance transfers financial risk away from you and your family, protecting against catastrophic losses that could derail decades of financial progress. Our insurance calculators help you determine appropriate coverage levels, estimate premiums, and compare policy types to make informed decisions.
Core coverage most people need: health insurance, auto insurance (required by law), homeowners or renters insurance, and life insurance if you have dependents. Disability insurance is often overlooked but critical—you are statistically more likely to become disabled than to die prematurely during your working years.
A deductible is the amount you pay out of pocket before insurance coverage kicks in. Higher deductibles mean lower premiums but more financial exposure. Choose a deductible you can comfortably cover from savings—keeping it in a dedicated sinking fund is a best practice.
Term life provides pure death benefit protection for a set number of years at low cost. Whole life provides permanent coverage and builds cash value. Most financial advisors recommend term insurance plus investing the premium difference in tax-advantaged accounts for better long-term results.
Disability insurance replaces 60–70% of income if injury or illness prevents you from working. Employer group coverage often provides short-term and long-term disability. Individual long-term disability insurance is essential for high-income professionals—Social Security disability is difficult to qualify for.
A common rule is 10–12× your annual income. The DIME method (Debt + Income replacement + Mortgage + Education) provides a more detailed calculation. The right amount depends on your dependents' needs, existing assets, and expected Social Security survivor benefits.