Class 11, Life Insurance Flashcards
What is the rule regarding life insurance proceeds?
Gross income does not include proceeds paid by reason of death of the insured. However when the proceeds are paid in installments, any interest will be taxable.
Insured
Person covered; when that person dies, the company must pay
Policy owner
Owns the property and can name the beneficiary
Insurance company
Firm under obligationto pay when the insured dies
Beneficiary
Person who receives the payment when the insured dies; there is no unit on the number of times you can change a beneficiary
Policy variations in payment
A) lump sum→ endowment policy; paid for entire cost
B) installments → pay certain amount per year/month
Death benefit payment options (x4)
①