Variable Universal Life (VUL):
Permanent Coverage with Direct Investment Control
Permanent Coverage with Direct Investment Control
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Variable Universal Life (VUL) is designed for those seeking the highest growth potential for their policy's cash value. It combines the premium flexibility of Universal Life with the ability to allocate funds directly into market-based sub-accounts, similar to mutual funds. This provides the greatest opportunity for tax-deferred growth, but requires an acceptance of market risk.
In a VUL policy, your cash value is not guaranteed an interest rate (like Whole Life) or tied to an index with a floor (like IUL). Instead, you direct the cash value portion of your premium into underlying sub-accounts—investment portfolios of stocks, bonds, and money market funds.
Potential for Unlimited Growth: There are typically no caps on the returns credited to your cash value, allowing you to participate fully in strong market years.
Exposure to Market Loss: The investment risk is transferred to you. Poor performance in your selected sub-accounts can reduce the cash value, potentially requiring you to pay higher premiums to prevent the policy from lapsing.
Flexible Management: You have the flexibility to adjust your premiums (within limits) and reallocate funds between sub-accounts tax-free, offering active control over your strategy.
VUL is generally recommended for clients who:
Have a high risk tolerance and are comfortable with market fluctuations.
Seek maximum tax-advantaged wealth accumulation potential.
Are willing and able to monitor and actively manage their investment allocations over time.
VUL is a complex product requiring a licensed advisor who understands both insurance and securities. Solvera Insurance Advisors, based in Edina, MN, provides the deep expertise necessary to help you structure and manage this powerful tool. We serve clients across the metro area, including Minnetonka, Eden Prairie, and Plymouth, helping you align your investment goals with your life insurance needs.