Financial Planning

Should I Buy Insurance? A Visual Guide

Written by Mint.com
Published Jan 20, 2012
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While some things are certain in life (death and taxes), there is plenty that is unpredictable. Purchasing insurance for your assets, including your life, can be one of the most important decisions you will ever make.

But how do you know what kind of policy you need and how much coverage you should to purchase?

Click on “launch infographic” to expand this handy flowchart that will help you determine if you need insurance, and if so, what kind of policies you need and how much coverage you should purchase.