Stop Smoking And Save On Life Insurance
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Stop Smoking and Save on Life Insurance
Summary
When determining life insurance costs, companies assess the risk involved by examining medical histories, lifestyles, and other factors. One of the most significant lifestyle choices that impact insurance premiums is smoking. By quitting, you can significantly reduce the cost of your life insurance.
Why Smokers Pay More
Smokers often face life insurance premiums that are at least 40% higher than those for non-smokers. Depending on the insurer, this increase can reach up to 55%. This difference in cost affects all types of life and health insurance, including critical illness coverage and income protection.
The Savings of Quitting
Quitting smoking can lead to substantial savings. For instance, a 35-year-old male smoker with a $100,000 policy might pay £19 per month, while a non-smoker might pay just £10. Over 20 years, the smoker would spend £4,560, while the non-smoker pays only £2,400?"a difference of £2,160. Considering the average British smoker spends over £1,500 annually on cigarettes, the decision to quit leads to impressive savings, with lower insurance premiums being an added bonus.
How to Lower Your Premiums
If you're a smoker, you can still reduce your premiums. Most insurers require that you remain smoke-free for at least a year before re-evaluating your rates. It's important to be honest; any misinformation can invalidate your policy. Ex-smokers seeking a non-smoking rate must apply anew, undergo a medical exam, and may need to take a cotinine test to verify their non-smoking status.
Explore Your Options
When you're ready to update your status with your insurance company, it's also a good time to explore new insurance providers. You might discover better rates elsewhere, leading to additional savings beyond what your current insurer offers.
Additional Benefits of Quitting
Interestingly, becoming a non-smoker can also reduce your home insurance costs. More than half of home fire claims are related to cigarettes, so non-smokers often receive lower premiums on home insurance as well.
By quitting smoking, you can enjoy immediate savings on your insurance and contribute to a healthier lifestyle.
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