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Is it possible to take out life insurance for say a term of ten/twenty years but cancel it after two? Would there be any penalties? The aim is to provide a little security for my family during an unpredictable two years.

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  • dunstonh
    dunstonh Posts: 119,641 Forumite
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    Is it possible to take out life insurance for say a term of ten/twenty years but cancel it after two?

    Yes.
    Would there be any penalties?

    No. Although a 20 year term assurance will be more expensive than a 2 year term assurance.
    I am an Independent Financial Adviser (IFA). The comments I make are just my opinion and are for discussion purposes only. They are not financial advice and you should not treat them as such. If you feel an area discussed may be relevant to you, then please seek advice from an Independent Financial Adviser local to you.
  • spl2nh
    spl2nh Posts: 136 Forumite
    Wow, thanks so much for your reply. I didn't even think it was possible to take it out for such a short term. Will be on it straight away.
  • dunstonh
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    There is a risk going with a two year policy when it may be needed longer. If you suffer illness or need to extend it, the premiums will be higher and if the illness could be enough to become uninsurable.

    If you have a 20 year need at this point, then you should insure for the 20 years unless you know for sure that it is going to be less.
    I am an Independent Financial Adviser (IFA). The comments I make are just my opinion and are for discussion purposes only. They are not financial advice and you should not treat them as such. If you feel an area discussed may be relevant to you, then please seek advice from an Independent Financial Adviser local to you.
  • If you knew that you only needed the protection for two years ( maybe ) you could consider taking out a policy for a term of ten years which has reviewable premiums. This would help keep the cost down and the first review would not be for ten years if you pick the right policy.
    Or as dunstonh says just take out a two year policy, if it suits your needs.
    When in doubt see an IFA.
    I am an Independent Financial Adviser with 26 years experience.
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