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How to Retire Using Whole Life Insurance

Oct 6, 2024
Discover how whole life insurance can be leveraged as a powerful retirement tool. Unpack the mechanics of accessing cash value for income during retirement, including critical insights on loans versus withdrawals. Learn about the impact of direct and non-direct recognition policies, plus tackle common questions regarding outstanding loans and beneficiaries. Explore the significant tax advantages of using this strategy to streamline your retirement planning and enhance your financial future.
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ADVICE

Whole Life Insurance for Retirement

  • Use whole life insurance's cash value for retirement income.
  • Leverage its cash value through withdrawals or loans.
INSIGHT

Withdraw Basis First

  • Withdraw your cost basis from your whole life policy first in retirement.
  • This avoids immediate tax implications, as you're withdrawing your own contributions.
ADVICE

Avoid Complex Strategies

  • Be cautious of overly complex withdrawal and loan strategies.
  • Managing a mix of withdrawals and loans annually can be impractical.
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