here is some general information about tax-saving insurance policies in the United States that you may find useful:
- Traditional IRA – contributions are tax-deductible, and earnings grow tax-deferred until withdrawn.
- Roth IRA – contributions are not tax-deductible, but withdrawals are tax-free after age 59 1/2.
- 401(k) – contributions are tax-deductible, and earnings grow tax-deferred until withdrawn.
- 403(b) – similar to a 401(k) but available to certain employees of public schools and tax-exempt organizations.
- SEP IRA – a retirement plan for self-employed individuals that allows contributions of up to 25% of net income or $58,000 (whichever is less).
- SIMPLE IRA – a retirement plan for small businesses with fewer than 100 employees.
- Health Savings Account (HSA) – contributions are tax-deductible, and withdrawals are tax-free when used for qualified medical expenses.
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) – contributions are tax-deductible, and withdrawals are tax-free when used for qualified medical expenses.
- Life Insurance – premiums paid are generally not tax-deductible, but death benefits are usually tax-free.
- Disability Insurance – premiums paid are generally not tax-deductible, but benefits received are tax-free if paid for with after-tax dollars.
- Long-term Care Insurance – premiums paid may be tax-deductible, and benefits received are generally tax-free.
- Annuities – earnings grow tax-deferred until withdrawn, and some annuities offer tax-free withdrawals for long-term care expenses.
- Permanent Life Insurance – cash value growth is tax-deferred, and policy loans are generally tax-free.
- Term Life Insurance – premiums paid are generally not tax-deductible, but death benefits are usually tax-free.
- Business Overhead Expense Insurance – premiums paid may be tax-deductible, and benefits received are generally taxable income.
- Key Person Insurance – premiums paid may be tax-deductible, and benefits received are generally taxable income.
- Buy-Sell Agreement Insurance – premiums paid may be tax-deductible, and benefits received are generally tax-free.
- Critical Illness Insurance – benefits received are generally tax-free.
- Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance – benefits received are generally tax-free.
- Whole Life Insurance – premiums paid are generally not tax-deductible, but cash value growth is tax-deferred, and policy loans are generally tax-free.
Please note that the tax implications of insurance policies can vary depending on your individual circumstances, and it’s important to consult with a financial advisor or tax professional before making any decisions.