...is the better choice? I am just trying to gether information and no one in my family has life insurance for me to ask their opinion about it. My husband and I are 43 (him) and 30 (me) and would be looking to make sure if something was to happen the house, car, and bills would be paid at least for a few years. Any recommendations on how much, companies, and type THANKS

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I found a VERY (V_E_R_Y) good article about term life insurance vs. Whole life insurance here:http://all-insurance-online.blogspot.com/2007/09/term-life-insurance-vs-whole-life.html

You need to talk to your local agent who does the house & car insurance, and take the time to discuss the situation with him. You need more detailed goals, and a guy you can keep going back to for advise as your life situation changes.

You can review the following articles which explain what you may be looking for regarding your life insurance questions:

1. Term life insurance vs. Permanent life insurance - Explains the differences, pros and cons of both term life insurance and permanent life insurance and helps you identify which may be the right coverage for your situation and needs.

2. Top 10 Life Insurance Companies - Lists the top 10 life insurance companies for the year 2006.

3. How Term Life Insurance Works - Explains how term life insurance may benefit you and why you might want to get this type of coverage.

4. Term Life Insurance Quote Comparisons - Identifies a leading life insurance quote provider and explains how they give you free, no obligation quotes instantly for side-by-side comparisons.

You may want to consider purchasing 20 or 30 year level term life insurance because it will provide you with the maximum amount of protection at the lowest cost given your particular situation.