For Policy Owners FAQ

What is a "Loan for Life™"

A “Loan for Life™” is a non-recourse fixed interest rate loan against  a whole life or IUL insurance policy. Using ONLY the Policy as collateral – there is NEVER any personal liability or responsibility for repayment during the term of the policy. The loan extends to the earlier of the policy maturity date or death of the insured.

Owners receive cash at closing, while not paying taxes on any income earned inside the policy

Does my policy qualify for a "Loan for Life™"?

Yes, if you have a whole life insurance policy with a cash account value of $250,000 to $10,000,000+. In some cases, we will consider policies outside of those parameters. The best way to find out if you qualify is to complete our Pre-Qualification Application from the link below.

How do you determine how much cash I can borrow against my policy?

The amount the Owner can borrow and how much beneficial interest they keep is determined by the Lenders individual underwriting which considers a number of different factors including: the cash value, the death benefit amount and interest rate of existing policy loans (if any), dividend/crediting rates, premium cost, and historical policy performance. 

What types of policies qualify?

Whole life insurance policies and indexed universal life insurance policies are preferred. Contact us today to see if your clients policy qualifies. 

After I get the cash from my policy, am I restricted on how I can use the money?

No, there are not any restrictions on how you can use the funds you receive from borrowing against your policy.

Are the proceeds from my policy taxable?

No, the loan proceeds from your policy are not taxable.

What are some of the reasons why I might consider getting cash from my policy?

There are several reasons an insured may want to get cash from their insurance policy which include the following:
– The policy is no longer needed or wanted
– Premium payments have become too expensive
– You may need funds to help pay for personal expenses
– Your estate planning needs may have changed

 

What happens to the policy after I get cash from it?

You will no longer be responsible for making premium payments on the policy. Cash Value Lending Corp will continue to make the premiums due on the policy (if applicable) and will pay the beneficiary(ies) of choice the remaining insurance coverage at your passing after paying off the loan and interest. 

Is my personal information kept confidential?

Yes, all financial and other personal information obtained during the course of the transaction is treated with the utmost confidentiality and will not be disclosed to any unauthorized party. 

 

Are there costs involved in getting an offer?

There are no out of pocket fees for the financial professional or the seller to get qualified. 

 

Do I have any ongoing obligations after I get cash from my policy?

You will not have any obligations when it comes to future premium payments after you sell your policy.

 

How long does the process take?

With the correct documentation, you will receive an offer in 5 – 10 business days