09/03/2026
Every September is **Life Insurance Awareness Month**, bringing a critical household financial reality into sharp focus.
Consider a very typical scenario: A family with a combined income of $84,000 and a $225,000 mortgage balance. If one partner passes away unexpectedly, group life insurance through an employer often provides a payout equal to three times their annual salary. While comforting, let’s look closer at what follows.
On a significantly reduced household income, the surviving partner still carries the full weight of ongoing living expenses:
* Property taxes and rising home and auto insurance premiums
* Day-to-day essentials like food, clothing, and utilities
* Routine family medical, dental, and transportation costs
* Long-term obligations, including college savings and retirement planning for the next 30 years
While workplace coverage is a great foundation, financial experts generally recommend a target of **10 times annual income** to truly protect a family's financial future.
Fortunately, filling that gap is often much more affordable than people realize. For individuals in good health, a private term life insurance policy can secure substantial coverage for a modest monthly investment—providing comfort from a stable provider with the strength to weather economic shifts.
Beyond financial protection, private life insurance is about personal responsibility and long-term care for the people who matter most.
If you would like to review your current coverage or discuss a personalized protection plan, let’s connect.
📞 701-483-9465
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Call (701) 483-9465 for life, home, car insurance and more. Get a free quote from State Farm Agent Scott Karsky in Dickinson, ND