A limited-pay whole life policy differs from ordinary (straight) whole life in that limited-pay:
Explanation
Limited-pay whole life is permanent insurance in which premiums are paid over a shortened, defined period (for example, 20-pay life or paid-up at 65), after which the policy is fully paid up and coverage continues for life. Coverage is still lifetime, so it is wrong to say coverage runs only for the same set number of years in which premiums are payable. Like all whole life, it builds cash value. There is no restriction limiting purchase to applicants over age 65. The trade-off is higher premiums during the payment period in exchange for finishing payments sooner.
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