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Estranged relatives or former spouses Family relationships can be complicated, so think carefully if an estranged relative or ex-spouse really aligns with your wishes. Pets Pets cant legally own property, so naming them directly as beneficiaries is problematic. Consider a pet trust instead.
It would seem logical to name someone who will need financial support throughout their lifetime as your beneficiary, but doing so could make them ineligible to receive government assistance which might mean a significant loss in financial support for them.
Even if you have a will, you may name any person you wish as your life insurance beneficiary. If you wish to have the benefit paid to your estate, you may name your estate as your beneficiary. After your death, the executor named in your probated will files the claim for benefits.
When a loved one dies, a beneficiary may have options for how to receive the death benefit. One option is a single settlement check. Another option may be a Retained Asset Account, which is like a checking account maintained with the life insurance company.
In general, you can choose a beneficiary with an online or paper form you mail in. You can elect one or multiple beneficiaries depending on your bank or credit union. If you name multiple beneficiaries, the amounts will generally be shared equally among those you name.
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A lot of people name a close relativelike a spouse, brother or sister, or childas a beneficiary. You can also choose a more distant relative or a friend. If you want to designate a friend as your beneficiary, be sure to check with your insurance company or directly with your state.
And you shouldnt name a minor or a pet, either, because they wont be legally allowed to receive the money you left for them. Naming your estate as your beneficiary could give creditors access to your life insurance death benefit, which means your loved ones could get less money.

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