Signs You May Need to Increase Your Life Insurance Coverage
- Matthew Hooper
- Mar 18
- 1 min read
Life changes, and so do your insurance needs. Here are five signs it might be time to increase your life insurance coverage to protect your family’s financial future.

1. You’ve Recently Had a Child
With a new family member, additional coverage can help ensure their financial security.
2. You’ve Taken On a New Mortgage
Large financial commitments, like a mortgage, often warrant additional life insurance to cover the debt.
3. Your Income Has Increased
With a higher income, your family may have adjusted to a higher standard of living, requiring more coverage.
4. You’re Approaching Retirement
Approaching retirement may require a reassessment of insurance needs to ensure assets are protected for the future.
5. You’ve Experienced a Major Life Change
Significant life events, such as marriage, may increase your need for coverage to protect your loved ones.
Life changes may signal it’s time to reassess your life insurance coverage. For general advice on reviewing your policy, reach out to Hooper Insurance.
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