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Generally speaking, life insurance proceeds (death benefits) are received income tax free by policy beneficiaries. Any subsequent monies that are earned through investment of those proceeds, unless specifically invested in tax-free ionvestments, would be subject to state and federal income taxes.

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If you are beneficiary of life insurance policy is the administrator of the estate supposed to get your money?

Life insurance with a beneficiary is completely separate from the "estate". If you receive life insurance, it's your. The estate includes bank accounts, homes, cars, etc. not the life insurance


How long does it take to receive money after you surrender your life insurance policy?

Once the company receives your signed surrender form it should take 7 to 10 business days to receive a check.


How do you get insurance money?

Insurance money is paid when you make a valid claim against the policy and can prove why the situation falls under the terms of the policy---whether it is Life Insurance, Car Insurance, Accident Insurance, Travel Insurance, etc. Call the Insurance Company for exact details.


How does an insurance company benefit from insurance?

When an insured purchases an insurance policy they pay the insurance company money for the insurance coverage. This money the insurance company collects is called insurance "premiums". The insurance company, using the law of large numbers, collects more money in premiums than it pays out in claims. The insurance also makes alot of its money by taking the money earned from premiums and then investing it. As we all know that Life insurance policy cash values are accessed through withdrawals and policy loans. However, withdrawals are taxable to the extent they exceed basis in the policy. Loans outstanding at policy lapse or surrender before the insured's death will cause immediate taxation to the extent of gain in the policy and hence benefits the company.


How does endowment insurance work?

It is a life insurance policy that pays a giant sum of money when a person dies. This payment is traditional with benefits and many receive this. Many invest in these payments before they pass or when an event happens.

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Can you receive your money back on life policy that was cancelled for non pay?

You cannot receive money back on your life insurance policy because you used it for the period of time it was valid. You cannot receive money back on this policy.


Can you collect from a Gerber life insurance policy after you turn 21?

Yes, you can turn in the policy and receive the cash value. However, the amount of money you receive will depend upon your age, how long you have had your insurance and the policy's benefit amount.


Do you have to pay taxes when receive money from homeowner insurance?

Yes it is possible that you could have some taxable income when you receive a reimbursement from your homeowner insurance policy.


Can a inmate collect money from a life insurance policy?

Yes, even if incarcerated, you will still receive proceeds from a life insurance policy if you are the valid recipient. They will not be able to receive the proceeds if they were the cause of the insured's death.


Are life insurance benefits part of a will?

It will state on the life insurance policy the name of the person or persons who are to receive the death benefit. Since a life insurance contract is a legal document, the insurance company is required to carry it out exactly as stated in the policy. The money may be argued over from that point, but the will cannot dictate where the money from a life insurance policy goes.


What are beneficiaries in an insurance policy?

People or organizations you want to receive money in the event of your death. They do not have to be related to you and you can name anyone as a beneficiary.


Who recieves the benefits or money from a life insurance policy upon the death of the insured?

The person, company or trust that is specified under "Beneficiaries" section in the insurance policy will receive the life insurance benefits. If the beneficiaries are more than one, the benefit is split according to policy details, or policy schedule pages.


Can a emancipated child receive money from a deceased parents life insurance?

An emancipated child is considered an adult. They are entitled to receive any benefits assigned to them. If they are not emancipated, the money will go into a trust for them.


You surrendered a whole life insurance policy Do you have to claim this money on your income tax?

If you surrender a whole life insurance policy, you may have to claim the money on your income tax. The IRS states the amount you receive that is above the amount paid for premiums is considered taxable.


What does agreement to furnish insurance policy?

Insurance is a contract or agreement providing for payment of a sum of money to the person assured or, failing him, to the person entitled to receive the same, on the happening of certain event. This agreement is the very basis or foundation of an insurance policy bond.


Can a surviving child receive money from deceased parent's life insurance policy?

If they are named the benificiary of the life insurance policy. If they are not, it goes to the named individuals. If no one has been named, the policy will normally pay the estate and the procedes distributed according to the will or intestacy laws.


What if i receive life insurance policy but not satisfied?

There may be a Free Look period in your life insurance policy The Free Look period acts like a money-back guarantee in that it allows you to return the life insurance policy to the insurance company within a set period of time from the day you receive the life insurance policy, in order to get a full refund of the premiums paid. Otherwise, if the free look period was say 30 days and you have had the policy for 45 days, you could request a cancellation of the policy and get a pro-rata return of premiums, subject to the terms and conditions of your life insurance policy. Make sure you read your life insurance policy and review the requirements and instructions on how to cancel the policy, or use the Free Look period.