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A taxable consequence may occur if the cash surrender value exceeds the cost basis (i.e. the premiums paid into the policy).

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Q: Is cashed in paid up life insurance policy taxed?
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How to find out if a life insurance policy was taken out and then cashed in upon their death?

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How can you tell if a life insurance policy has been cashed in?

Contact the company and ask them.


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Where can you cash in your policy and How does one go about cashing in the existing policy?

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Can a life insurance policy be cashed out without taking a loss?

It is possible for a life insurance policy to be cashed but there will always be a loss for doing so if one is cashing in for the full amount. For some policies it is possible to withdraw accumulated interest from the policy with limited amounts allowed.


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What is 20 Pay life policy?

This type of policy is also referred to as a limited pay life insurance policy. Life insurance premiums are paid for 20 years then the policy is paid in full and no futher payments are required. The policy remains active until it is paid out or cashed in.


What is the difference between a term life insurance and an universal life insurance?

A term life insurance policy is a basic protection that covers expenses in case of an accidental death, it will sometimes cover debilitating injuries, but only briefly. A universal insurance policy covers a wider category and can sometimes be cashed in.


How do you know if a life insurance policy has been cashed in?

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Can a life insurance policy be cashed in after a suicide?

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Is there anyway you can find out if a life insurance policy has been cashed in on your mom?

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