New Applicants
We are accepting new life insurance applications.
We understand it may be difficult to obtain the lab work and paramedical exams that are typically required to underwrite an application. So we have arranged for temporary accommodations that will allow you to provide recent labs and medical reports from your own doctor or other insurance application to underwrite your application.
Those under age 50 may want to consider Quick Decision that allows policy issuance with automated underwriting.* Medical and other information is collected online to provide an immediate decision on applications up to $250,000. Even if you’re interested in a higher coverage amount, you may want to apply for $250,000 now, and request an increase when the steps required to fully underwrite your application become available.
*Quick Decision is for applicants under age 50 not in MT, NY, UT and VA, but other underwriting options are available.
These arrangements will remain in place through June, so we encourage you to act promptly.
Already Applied?
As a result of the Covid-19 health crisis, you may encounter obstacles to completing your life insurance application, such as your lab work or paramedical examination.
Those under age 50 may want to consider Quick Decision that allows policy issuance with automated underwriting.* Medical and other information is collected online to provide an immediate decision on applications up to $250,000. Even if you’re interested in a higher coverage amount, you may want to apply for $250,000 now, and request an increase when the steps required to fully underwrite your application become available.
New York Life has also made accommodations for those going through the traditional application process:
- You may be asked to provide other recent insurance lab and exam results or those from routine physician examinations.
- You may be contacted by an underwriter for an applicant statement and/or an Attending Physician Statement for additional or clarifying information.
- You may submit your own reports obtained through a patient portal or other physician-provided documentation.
These arrangements will remain in place through June, so we encourage you to act promptly.
Please contact us with questions. We are available during our normal business hours (8:30AM – 6:00PM Weekdays) to answer calls and emails.
*Quick Decision is for applicants under age 50 not in MT, NY, UT and VA, but other underwriting options are available.
The following highlights can help you decide if Core Life is right for you:
- Lots of choices. Insurance amounts from $50,000 to $750,000.
- Quick Decision. Can provide an immediate decision on applications up to $250,000.*
- Automatic Benefit Increases (ABIs). Your insurance can increase—repeatedly—even if your health fails and you become uninsurable. This could be the most valuable feature in any life insurance you have. Through ABIs, coverage can double over 10 years (or increase by 50% for Quick Decision applicants).
- Coverage to age 90. This insurance continues to age 90 as long as premiums are paid on time.
- Automatic premium payment option. Straight from your bank account with no surcharge.
*Quick Decision is for applicants under age 50 not in MT, NY, UT and VA, but other underwriting options are available.
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What is not covered?
Death by suicide within the first two years is the only exclusion. (One year for Missouri residents.)
What is a "Living Benefit"?
A Living Benefit enables an insured person who is diagnosed with a terminal illness, and has a life expectancy of 12 months or less, to request half of the insurance amount be paid while he or she is still living. The remainder continues as life insurance for the beneficiary’s protection.
A Living Benefit payment is not taxable under current U.S. federal law. However, receipt of Living Benefits (technically “Accelerated Death Benefits”) may affect eligibility for public assistance programs, so you should consult an advisor. While any life insurance remains in effect, full premiums are payable.
Premiums
Your premium is based on your sex and age when coverage begins, and it increases as you enter each new five-year age bracket. For complete premium charts, click here.
How do I apply?
Determine how much insurance you need. CALC is one tool to help you.
Request a free quote
To apply online click here
Send no money now. If your application is approved and you pay your first premium, you receive a Certificate with the details of your coverage. If you are not fully satisfied, simply return your Certificate within 30 days for a full refund.
What are my payment choices?
1. Monthly automatic withdrawal from your bank. You do not write checks or worry about paying late. There is no processing fee for this convenience.
2. Semiannual bills payable by check. Semiannual premiums are six times monthly premiums. A fee of $6, subject to change, is added to each bill.
How is my application evaluated?
Acceptance is based on your current health, your health history, and other collected information. If more medical information is needed, it is requested from you or your medical providers.
While Quick Decision* underwriting is only available for applicants under age 50 applying for $250,000 or less, other underwriting options are available for those 50+ or seeking $250,000 or more.
*Quick Decision not available in MT, NY, UT and VA, but other underwriting options are available.
Who may apply?
Alumni/ae and their eligible family members (spouses, domestic partners, siblings, and adult children) may apply—even if you do not. Each must be under 75 when insurance begins and live in an eligible state.
How much insurance is offered?
Minimum: $50,000.
Maximum: $750,000. In $1,000 increments.
If you decide that you need more than $750,000 maximum of this Core Life plan, click here, call 800-635-7801, or email info@meyerandassoc.com.
How can my insurance be increased?
You have two options:
- Automatic Benefit Increases. During each of the first 10 years, your insurance amount can automatically increase by 10% to meet mounting needs.* That allows your coverage to double gradually over 10 years, subject to the plan maximum of $750,000 – even if your health deteriorates.To receive each increase, you must be under 60 and not totally disabled. There is no extra paperwork as you need not reapply or requalify. Your total premium increases annually to reflect your increased insurance. You may decline new ABIs at any time, but once declined, they cannot be resumed.
- Request an increase. If ABIs do not provide enough total coverage to meet your needs, you may apply for more insurance at any time.
*For Quick Decision applicants, Automatic Benefit Increases are 5% during each of the first 10 years, allowing your coverage to increase by 50%.
How can my insurance be reduced?
You may reduce your coverage through a simple signed request. Your coverage and premium are then adjusted. While you receive no further Automatic Benefit Increases, other aspects of your coverage remain unchanged.
As you grow older and need less coverage, your insurance will gradually reduce.* Thus, as you reach the stage of life when mortgage balances are reduced and tuition bills paid, insurance amounts reflect your changed situation.
*See Premium Charts for the benefit reduction schedule.
When does insurance begin and end?
Coverage (and any increase) usually begins on the day your application is approved if you are not totally disabled and the premium is paid. However, after you receive approval, you may request a different effective date.
This term insurance continues to age 90 unless premiums are not paid on time. When your term insurance concludes at age 90, you may convert your coverage to an individual policy , regardless of your health. Your certificate of insurance provides full details about your conversion options.
New York Life Insurance Company is one of the largest mutual life-insurance company in the United States, and one of the largest life insurers in the world. New York Life remains one of only two life insurers with the highest financial strength ratings currently awarded to any U.S. life insurer by all four of the major rating agencies, out of 800 life insurers operating in the United States today.
| Rating Service: | A.M. Best | Moody’s | Standard & Poors | Fitch Ratings |
| Rating:* | A++ (superior) |
Aaa (highest quality) |
AA+ (very strong) |
AAA (exceptionally strong) |
*Individual independent rating agency commentary as of 9/12/19.
Questions?
If you need a quote or an application or simply have questions, call 800-635-7801, or email info@meyerandassoc.com. Trained customer service representatives will be happy to provide the information you need. And naturally you’ll be under no obligation.