What in the world is a life settlement? Life settlements in a nutshell.
One definition of a life settlement is: the disposal of an existing coverage plan to someone else in exchange for a one-time cash settlement. The insurance policy owner is provided with a payout that is above the cash worth, but less than the policy’s survivor benefit. Once the life policy is relinquished, the buyer is the new rightful owner on the policy and naturally assumes the duty for the ongoing premiums. The person selling their policy gets the payment, and the buying party officially receives the lump sum benefit when the insured party passes. In GA., life settlement policy are controlled under the auspices of the Georgia Office of Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner, and you should take a look at the website to be absolutely certain you work with an approved firm. Q Capital is licensed as a life settlement provider in the state of Georgia (through our sister company LSS).
Short take on how it works.
When a policyholder takes the decision that they are ready to relinquish the insurance policy, a life settlement may be an option to discontinuing the standing policy and surrendering it back to the insuring company. Oftentimes, the policy value is higher than the amount to be received if it were lapsed back the insurance company. Working with an approved firm, the policy owner makes the policy available to a fair marketplace where investors can bid on insurance policies. At that point the accredited life settlement provider can guide the complete sales process, from inviting offers from various investors, to working with the policyholder to finish the sale closing process. And finally, all sales are finalized with an escrow agent, providing an added layer of safety for the insurance policy seller. Many times, the policy sale cycle can be finished in about 30 to 60 days from initial inquiry.