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Is it really that cheap?

Lets talk about affordability. I will never forget the look on my clients face when I tell them that $1,000,000 term life will cost them as little as $250 monthly. Unbelievable isn't it? Lets compare that cost shall we.

That's less than
- a full tank of gas that will probably last 8 days.
- approximately two café latte per week at Starbucks
- cable bill
- internet bill
- tickets and popcorn for two at IMAX 


 

I guess you get the picture. When we look back at the small amounts we spend on trivial items why not consider how  $1,000,000  would benefit your spouse, children or elderly parent if you were taken too soon.

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