A complete financial plan includes life insurance to replace income and pay liabilities if the primary earner dies, disability insurance to replace income if illness or injury prevents working, and a plan for long-term care costs in retirement. Life insurance needs decrease over time, with term policies being cost-effective when young. Disability insurance often requires supplementation beyond employer coverage. Life insurance can also serve estate planning purposes later in life. Beneficiary designations should be reviewed annually.
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