New answer on: Can You Have Life Insurance On An Ex-Spouse?

By: Gary Lane, Juris Doctor

Gary Lane, Juris Doctor — Thu, 15 May 2014 16:06:42 +0000

Yes, if you have some insurable interest, such as getting payments from that person. If that is the case, then there is absolutely no reason not to get such a policy for your own protection, if the court order could be read or interpreted to extend such payments past death (which is very rare). However, you also must inform the ex that you are getting such a policy. Thank you. GARY LANE.

By: J Paul Wilson CFP CLU

J Paul Wilson CFP CLU — Thu, 15 May 2014 05:25:25 +0000

Life insurance companies look for insurable interest before issuing a policy. In other words you would be suffering an economic loss. If you the insurance was placed in force while you were married and you are asking can you keep the policy in force the answer is yes. If you are asking can you place a new policy on the life of your ex-spouse the answer is yes IF there is insurable interest and with their permission. Sometimes insurance is required in a divorce settlement so it is quite common. If you have further questions, or feel that I could be of assistance, please do not hesitate to contact me. If you would like to work with a local life insurance broker, you could start with a Google search. For example, if you search for: life insurance broker Halifax or life insurance agent Halifax, my name, along with several others, will come up. You can use the same method to find a life insurance broker in your community.

By: David Racich

David Racich — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 17:58:54 +0000

If the divorce decree calls for life insurance coverage, then the attorney has more than likely established insurable interest. But if no directive exists and there is no financial or insurable interest between the two parties the answer is no. And keep in mind that without the signature of the ex-spouse, you can’t move forward with the life insurance application.

By: Ms. Q. Harvelle

Ms. Q. Harvelle — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 15:38:37 +0000

You can have life insurance on an ex-spouse as long as it is considered an "insurable interest." What that means is you have a familial relationship with said person. You should check with the insurance company (or your agent) to make sure the company agrees that you have an insurable interest. Also, the ex- spouse must acknowledge the policy by signing the policy application.

By: Larry Gilmore

Larry Gilmore — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 15:30:17 +0000

Can you have life insurance on an ex-spouse? Yes, there are two ways to have life insurance on a ex-spouse. Actually three. The first and simplest, is to have it in place before divorcing and be the policy owner. As Policy owner you control the policy. The second is have the EX agree to be covered and go through the process. Finally have the courts require the EX obtain life insurance. This third way is often over looked in divorce which is a shame because in support situations it makes perfect sense.

By: Peggy Mace

Peggy Mace — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 13:14:15 +0000

Yes, you can have life insurance on an ex-spouse if they will agree to sign the application and submit to any underwriting requirements needed to apply for it, and if you still have an insurable interest in your ex-spouse's life. I.e. Does your ex-spouse pay child support or alimony? If he/she passed away, would you or your children suffer financially? If the answer is yes, sometimes the court will help you go about obtaining a policy in the divorce settlement.