Life Insurance Becomes More Important as the Average Cost of Funerals In the US Increase

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According to figures from the National Funeral Directors Association, average funeral costs in 2022 were anywhere from $11,420 to $13,720. 

Furthermore, these costs have been steadily increasing over the years. For instance, the average cost of a funeral in 1991 was $3,742. In 1995 it rose to $4,626 and in 2000 it rose to $5,180. Just 10 years ago, in 2012, it was only $7,075. 

The Pandemic is Causing Long-Lasting Mental Health Issues 

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Health concerns and work pressures during the pandemic caused widespread mental health problems that will reverberate far into the future, according to a report by Unum. "The ongoing pandemic has exacerbated the mental health crisis, but it has also helped normalize the need for mental health support,” said Swapnil Prabha, vice president of Workforce Wellness Solutions for Unum Group.

Addressing Financial Exposure with Life Insurance Benefits

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Thirty-eight percent of U.S. adults say their ability to manage finances is average or worse. An additional 40% say they don’t have a life insurance policy or don’t know if they have one, according to an Unum survey. As a trusted advisor, you can offer your clients life insurance as a valuable employee benefit that not only helps attract and retain workers but also addresses financial stress in the workplace.

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