401(K) vs Index Universal Life Insurance

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 Indexed Universal Life (IUL) insurance is permanent life insurance that offers a death benefit and the ability to build cash value. What sets IUL apart are its interest crediting options. They include: (1) A guaranteed fixed rate of interest, or (2) Interest based in part on one or more market indices such as the Standard and Poor’s 500® (S&P®). A cap is typically placed on the credited rate of interest, and a minimum 0% floor helps guard against market-based losses. 

Below is a hypothetical comparison of historical performance of 401(K)/S&P 500 and IUL.  Let's assume Mr. SP and Mr. IUL both had $100,000 to saved at the end of 1997. Mr. SP invested his 401(K) money in S&P 500 index funds, while Mr. IUL's money was the cash value in his IUL policy.  Let's assume the floor of Mr. IUL's policy is 0 and the cap is 12%.

After 15 years, at the end of the 2012, Mr. SP's portfolio grew to $136,000. But because Mr. IUL never lost money in the bear market, he would have twice as much in his account ($267,000)!      Even better for Mr. IUL.  Since his money was saved in a life insurance policy, he doesn't need to pay tax!    Of course, life insurance protects the family and provides shelter, foods, tuition and medical expenses when the insured dies or is critically ill.   Moreover, if a long-term care rider is added, an IUL can also pay for the expensive long-term care needs.