Separate guarantees from projections
Review the guaranteed premium, death benefit, and cash value schedule. Some policies may pay dividends, but dividends are not guaranteed. An illustration should show the difference clearly.
Borrowing is not free money
Policy loans accrue interest. Outstanding loans can reduce the death benefit and cash surrender value. A heavily borrowed policy can lapse, and a lapse or surrender may create a tax bill.
When term may be a better fit
If you need a large benefit for a limited time and have a tight budget, term life may provide more initial protection for the same payment. A smaller permanent policy and term coverage can also serve different needs.

