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Debating whether you actually need life insurance? If any of these apply to you, it’s worth looking into:

You have people who depend on you. Life insurance can help cover the needs of dependents — like siblings, parents, friends, kids, and even pets — who you may not have thought of yet.

You have private or cosigned loans. Not-so-fun fact: Many private loans aren't forgivable upon the borrower’s death. Life insurance can help ensure those debts don’t get passed on to your beneficiaries.

A life-threatening disease or illness runs in your family. You’re in the position to start estimating any expenses that could arise. Life insurance can help cover hospital bills, funeral costs, and the like.

Ready to choose a life insurance policy and not sure where to start? We like to recommend Policygenius, a women-led online marketplace that allows you to compare policies based on your specific needs and circumstances. They make it easy to get life insurance right (and save money while you’re at it).

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