Final expense insurance, also referred to as burial insurance, covers end-of-life expenses including funeral arrangements and any remaining medical or legal expenses that will need to be settled by your beneficiary. This coverage can ensure that your loved ones aren't left with a financial burden, as the average funeral can cost $10,000 or more.

Whole life insurance is a type of permanent life insurance, meaning coverage lasts your entire life. Whole life insurance policies offer a savings component built in that grows cash value at a fixed rate over time. The cash value grows at a guaranteed rate of return, and your premium is locked in for life as long as you keep up with payments.

Term life insurance provides coverage for a set time period: typically 10, 15, 20, or 30 years. It's affordable and simple — it may make sense if you only want protection for the years you plan to support loved ones financially. If you pass away during the term, the death benefit of a term policy can be used however your beneficiaries choose.

1-year, low-cost life insurance

Short-term life insurance is designed to provide your loved ones with financial support in case you pass away within one year of purchasing the policy. One-year life policies through Progressive from Amertis, Gerber start at just $11 per month*Read the associated disclosure for this claim. with coverage levels going up to $200,000. At the end of your term, you can decide to purchase another year of short-term coverage, a longer term life insurance policy (starting at 10 years), or a permanent policy like whole life insurance.