09/25/2026
Myth #5: "Life insurance is only for people with dependents."
Protecting dependents is the most common reason people buy coverage, but it isn't the only one. Even without children or a spouse, coverage may address:
• Final expenses: funeral and burial costs can exceed $10,000 to $15,000
• Debt coverage: co-signed loans can transfer liability to a co-signer
• Business obligations: funding a buy-sell agreement or key person coverage
• Future insurability: applying while young and healthy
• Legacy and charitable goals: leaving assets to a cause, an institution, or future heirs
The right policy depends on your goals, your obligations, and what you want to leave behind.
That wraps our five-myth series. If any of these raised a question about your own situation, we'd welcome the conversation.