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Is my life insurance beneficiary locked in forever?

Most life insurance policies allow you to change your beneficiary at any time by submitting a new designation to the insurer, unless the policy specifically names an irrevocable beneficiary.

Answer

false

Plain-English explanation

Most life insurance policies allow you to change your beneficiary at any time by submitting a new designation to the insurer, unless the policy specifically names an irrevocable beneficiary.

When to call a licensed agent

Call after a major life change, like marriage, divorce, or the birth of a child, to review and update your beneficiary designations.

Questions about this myth

Why is this changing life insurance beneficiaries question confusing?

Insurance answers often depend on policy language, state rules, timing, networks, benefits, and exclusions. A short myth answer can help, but it is not a personal coverage decision.

When should I call instead of guessing?

Call when timing, claims, doctors, prescriptions, enrollment windows, beneficiaries, or policy exclusions could change the answer for your situation.

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