{"id":25,"date":"2026-10-03T03:01:31","date_gmt":"2026-10-03T03:01:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/34-75-76-48.nip.io\/key-person-insurance\/key-man-insurance\/"},"modified":"2026-10-06T06:53:05","modified_gmt":"2026-10-06T06:53:05","slug":"key-man-insurance","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/nrcpas.com\/life-insurance-guides\/key-person-insurance\/key-man-insurance\/","title":{"rendered":"Key Man Insurance: Protect Your Florida Business"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover alignfull is-dark\" style=\"min-height:460px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-secondary-background-color has-background-dim-60 has-background-dim\"><\/span><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background\" alt=\"Businessman in suit holding a glowing key symbol representing business protection.\" src=\"https:\/\/nrcpas.com\/life-insurance-guides\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/businessman-in-suit-holding-a-glowing-key-symbol-representin-photo.jpg\"\/><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"chg-eyebrow has-base-color has-text-color wp-block-paragraph\">Key Person Insurance<\/p><h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Protect Your Florida Business When a Key Person Is Lost<\/h1><p class=\"has-base-color has-text-color wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(0.875rem, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 0.625), 1.25rem);\">Life insurance designed to cover the financial impact of losing a critical employee or owner\u2014so your business survives the transition.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+19542316613\">Call us today to review your coverage<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/nrcpas.com\/contact\">Call us today to review your coverage<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#6b7280;margin-bottom:1.5rem\">By Nischay Rawal \u00b7 Published October 03, 2026<\/p>\n\n<article lang=\"en\">\n\n\n<p>Key man insurance is <a href=\"https:\/\/content.naic.org\/sites\/default\/files\/publication-lig-lp-consumer-life.pdf\">a life insurance policy that a business owns<\/a> and pays for to protect itself financially if a critical employee or owner dies. When the insured person passes away, the business receives the death benefit\u2014not the employee&#8217;s family\u2014and can use it to cover lost revenue, recruit and train a replacement, pay off debt, or stabilize operations during a difficult transition.<\/p>\n<p>If your business depends on one person&#8217;s skills, client relationships, or specialized knowledge, losing that person without a financial cushion could threaten the company&#8217;s survival. Key man insurance is designed to bridge that gap.<\/p>\n<h2>What Is Key Man Insurance?<\/h2>\n<p>Key man insurance is a life insurance policy owned by the business, with the business as the beneficiary, insuring the life of a key employee or owner. Unlike personal life insurance\u2014which protects a family if the breadwinner dies\u2014key man insurance protects the <em>business<\/em> from the financial impact of losing someone critical to its success.<\/p>\n<p>The business pays the premiums from business funds. The business owns the policy. When the insured person dies, the company receives the death benefit and decides how to use it: to hire and train a replacement, cover operating expenses during transition, pay off business debt, or stabilize cash flow.<\/p>\n<p>This is different from a buy-sell agreement insurance, which funds the purchase of a deceased partner&#8217;s ownership stake. Key man insurance protects operations; buy-sell insurance protects ownership continuity. A business with partners may need both.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Not sure what your next step is?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Talk it through with our team &#8212; we can walk you through how a situation like yours is usually handled and what your options are.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+19542316613\">Schedule a coverage review<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/nrcpas.com\/contact\">Schedule a coverage review<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Who Needs Key Man Insurance?<\/h2>\n<p>Key man insurance makes sense for any business where the loss of one person would create a financial hardship. Common situations include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Sales-driven businesses<\/strong> where one person generates a large percentage of revenue (a rainmaker or top salesperson).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Professional practices<\/strong> (medical, dental, accounting, legal) where the owner&#8217;s reputation and client relationships <em>are<\/em> the business.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Partnerships<\/strong> where the loss of a partner would threaten the remaining partners&#8217; ability to continue operations or meet obligations.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Family businesses<\/strong> where a key family member holds critical operational knowledge or client relationships.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Specialized roles<\/strong> that take months or years to fill and train (a lead engineer, product expert, or operations manager).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Businesses with debt<\/strong> that depends on the key person&#8217;s income, credit, or personal guarantees.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you cannot answer &#8220;yes&#8221; to at least one of these, your business may not need key man insurance right now.<\/p>\n<h2>What Key Man Insurance Covers<\/h2>\n<p>When the insured person dies, the business receives a lump-sum death benefit. The amount is determined by the business based on financial need\u2014typically 5 to 10 times the person&#8217;s annual salary, or calculated as:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Lost revenue during the transition period<\/li>\n<li>Cost to recruit and train a replacement<\/li>\n<li>Outstanding business debt or obligations<\/li>\n<li>Operating expenses the business must cover while finding a successor<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The death benefit is paid directly to the business (the beneficiary), not to the employee&#8217;s family. The business decides how to use it. There are no restrictions on how the money is spent\u2014it can go toward payroll, debt, recruitment, or any other business need.<\/p>\n<p>Key man insurance is typically structured as either <strong>term life<\/strong> (10, 20, or 30 years of coverage at a lower cost) or <strong>whole life<\/strong> (permanent coverage that builds cash value, at a higher cost). The choice depends on how long the business needs protection and whether it wants the policy to build a cash reserve over time.<\/p>\n<h2>How Key Man Insurance Works: Step-by-Step<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Step 1 \u2013 Identify key people.<\/strong> You and your advisors determine which employees or owners are critical to the company&#8217;s survival or success.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 2 \u2013 Calculate coverage need.<\/strong> Determine the financial impact of that person&#8217;s death: lost revenue, replacement cost, debt, and operating expenses during transition. This becomes your target coverage amount.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 3 \u2013 Choose policy type.<\/strong> Decide between term life (lower cost, temporary protection) or whole life (higher cost, permanent protection, and cash value growth).<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 4 \u2013 Application and underwriting.<\/strong> The business applies for the policy. The insured person completes a health questionnaire and may undergo a medical exam, depending on the coverage amount. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/faqs\/interest-dividends-other-types-of-income\/life-insurance-disability-insurance-proceeds\">Under 26 U<\/a>.S.C. \u00a7 101(j), the insured person must provide written consent and be notified in writing that they are being insured.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 5 \u2013 Policy issued.<\/strong> Once approved and premiums are paid, the policy is in force. The business owns it and pays premiums from business funds.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 6 \u2013 Upon death.<\/strong> The business files a claim with the insurer and receives the death benefit, typically within 30 to 60 days.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Timeline:<\/strong> From initial conversation to policy in force typically takes 4 to 8 weeks, depending on underwriting and the insured person&#8217;s health.<\/p>\n<h2>Is Key Man Insurance Worth It?<\/h2>\n<p>The answer depends on your business. If losing one person would materially harm revenue, operations, or your ability to meet obligations, key man insurance is worth serious consideration.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Cost-benefit analysis:<\/strong> Premiums are typically modest compared to the financial risk of losing a key person. A business that cannot survive without one person should evaluate coverage.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Tax perspective:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/faqs\/interest-dividends-other-types-of-income\/life-insurance-disability-insurance-proceeds\">Under 26 U<\/a>.S.C. \u00a7 264(a)(1), premiums are generally not tax-deductible because the business is the beneficiary. However, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/faqs\/interest-dividends-other-types-of-income\/life-insurance-disability-insurance-proceeds\">the death benefit is received tax-free under 26<\/a> U.S.C. \u00a7 101(a). This is a critical distinction: you pay premiums with after-tax dollars, but the benefit arrives tax-free when you need it.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Cash flow impact:<\/strong> Ongoing premiums are a business expense. The death benefit provides liquidity exactly when the business needs it most\u2014during a crisis.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Risk without coverage:<\/strong> Losing a key person without a financial cushion can mean lost clients, missed revenue, emergency borrowing at unfavorable rates, a forced sale of the business, or closure.<\/p>\n<h2>Who Owns Key Man Insurance and Who Gets the Benefit?<\/h2>\n<p>The business owns the policy, not the employee. The business pays premiums. The business is the beneficiary and receives the death benefit. The employee&#8217;s family receives nothing.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/faqs\/interest-dividends-other-types-of-income\/life-insurance-disability-insurance-proceeds\">The insured employee must consent to the policy<\/a> and know they are insured. Under 26 U.S.C. \u00a7 101(j), written notice and written consent are required before the policy is issued. The employee cannot be forced into a policy without knowledge.<\/p>\n<p>If the employee leaves the company, the business can continue the policy (if still needed), convert it, or let it lapse. The employee has no claim to the policy or its value.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Have questions about what happened?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ask our team directly. Tell us what you are dealing with and we will explain how the process works from here.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+19542316613\">Talk to our team<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/nrcpas.com\/contact\">Talk to our team<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Key Man Insurance and Taxes<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Premiums are not tax-deductible.<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/faqs\/interest-dividends-other-types-of-income\/life-insurance-disability-insurance-proceeds\">The business cannot deduct the cost of premiums<\/a> because the business is the beneficiary, not a charitable or business expense in the traditional sense.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Death benefit is tax-free.<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/faqs\/interest-dividends-other-types-of-income\/life-insurance-disability-insurance-proceeds\">When the insured person dies<\/a>, the business receives the death benefit income-tax-free. This is the primary tax advantage of key man insurance.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Cash value (whole life only).<\/strong> If the policy builds cash value, that growth is not taxed annually. Withdrawals or loans against cash value may have tax consequences and should be discussed with a CPA.<\/p>\n<p><strong>State tax considerations.<\/strong> Florida has no state income tax, but if your business operates in multiple states, consult a CPA about any other state tax implications.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Consult a CPA.<\/strong> Tax treatment can vary based on policy type, business structure, and how the benefit is used. A CPA can help structure the policy and its use to align with your business&#8217;s tax situation.<\/p>\n<h2>How Much Does Key Man Insurance Cost?<\/h2>\n<p>Premiums depend on the insured person&#8217;s age, health, occupation, the coverage amount, and the policy type (term vs. whole life).<\/p>\n<p><strong>Term life is less expensive.<\/strong> A 45-year-old in good health might pay $50\u2013$150 per month for $500,000 in 20-year term coverage. Rates vary by insurer and health status.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Whole life is more expensive.<\/strong> The same person might pay $300\u2013$600+ per month for $500,000 in permanent whole life coverage, but the policy builds cash value and does not expire.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Underwriting affects cost.<\/strong> If the insured person has health conditions, the premium may be higher or coverage may be limited.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Business defrays cost.<\/strong> Because premiums are paid from business funds, the cost is shared by the business, not borne by the individual.<\/p>\n<p>Actual premiums vary by insurer and individual circumstances. A coverage review with our team will provide specific costs for your situation.<\/p>\n<h2>Key Man Insurance vs. Buy-Sell Agreement Insurance<\/h2>\n<p>These are often confused, but they serve different purposes.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Key man insurance<\/strong> protects the business from the financial impact of losing a key employee. The benefit goes to the company, not the employee&#8217;s family.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Buy-sell agreement insurance<\/strong> funds the purchase of a deceased or disabled partner&#8217;s share of the business. The benefit goes to the remaining partners or the business to buy out the departed partner&#8217;s heirs, preventing disputes and ensuring continuity of ownership.<\/p>\n<p>A business with partners may need both\u2014key man insurance for critical employees and buy-sell insurance to fund a partner buyout.<\/p>\n<h2>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Does the employee have to agree to key man insurance?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/faqs\/interest-dividends-other-types-of-income\/life-insurance-disability-insurance-proceeds\">Yes<\/a>. Under 26 U.S.C. \u00a7 101(j), the insured person must provide written consent and be notified in writing. They cannot be forced into a policy without knowledge.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Can I get key man insurance for multiple employees?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. A business can insure multiple key people if each is critical to the company&#8217;s success.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What happens to the policy if the key person leaves the company?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The business can continue the policy (if still needed), convert it, or let it lapse. The employee has no claim to the policy or its value.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Is key man insurance the same as disability insurance?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No. Key man life insurance covers death; key person disability insurance covers the loss of income if the person becomes unable to work. Some businesses carry both.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Can a sole proprietor get key man insurance?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Typically no, because the owner would be insuring themselves. However, a sole proprietor can insure a critical employee or partner.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>How long does coverage last?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Term policies last 10, 20, or 30 years. Whole life policies last the insured person&#8217;s lifetime, as long as premiums are paid.<\/p><\/details>\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Want to know where you stand?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tell us about your situation and our team will walk you through the options available to you.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+19542316613\">Request a coverage review<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/nrcpas.com\/contact\">Request a coverage review<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Why NR CPAs &amp; Business Advisors for Key Man Insurance<\/h2>\n<p>We approach key man insurance from a CPA&#8217;s perspective\u2014focusing on cash flow and tax impact, not just the insurance product. We help you understand the true cost and benefit in your financial context.<\/p>\n<p>Key man insurance is one tool in a broader business continuity and estate plan. We help you see how it fits with buy-sell agreements, disability coverage, and succession planning.<\/p>\n<p>We serve families, professionals, and business owners across Florida\u2014Miami, Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach, Orlando, Tampa, and Jacksonville\u2014and understand the specific needs of Florida-based companies. We have deep experience advising Indian-American families and business owners on life insurance and business protection strategies.<\/p>\n<p>We explain what you need, why, and what it costs. We help you decide whether key man insurance is right for your business\u2014with no pressure, just clear guidance.<\/p>\n<h2>Next Steps<\/h2>\n<p>If your business depends on one or two key people, and you haven&#8217;t yet evaluated the financial risk of losing them, a coverage review with our team will help you identify who is truly critical, calculate the financial impact of their loss, and determine whether key man insurance makes sense for you.<\/p>\n<p>We&#8217;ll walk you through the options\u2014term or whole life, coverage amount, and how the benefit fits into your overall business and tax plan. <a href=\"https:\/\/nrcpas.com\/contact\">Reach out to discuss your situation.<\/a> Business owners in your position\u2014where one person&#8217;s skills, relationships, or knowledge drive the company\u2014can contact us to explore key man insurance and make sure their business is protected.<\/p>\n\n<\/article>\n<footer class=\"disclaimer\"><em>NR CPAs &amp; Business Advisors, LLC, 782 NW 42nd Avenue, Suite 534, Miami, FL 33126. Life insurance is offered by Nischay Rawal, a Florida-licensed life and health insurance agent (license G066337). This page is general information about life insurance, not tax, legal or investment advice, and not an offer of any specific policy. Coverage, premiums and benefits depend on the issuing insurer&#x27;s underwriting and the policy&#x27;s terms. Policy loans and withdrawals reduce cash value and the death benefit and may have tax consequences.<\/em><\/footer>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-583d630a wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Why Key Person Insurance Matters<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--shield\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Replace Lost Income<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When a key employee or owner passes away, the death benefit helps cover lost revenue, client relationships, and the cost of finding and training a replacement.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--document\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Debt and Obligation Coverage<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Use the proceeds to pay down business loans, lines of credit, or other obligations that depend on that person&#x27;s earning power or credit standing.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--users\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Retain and Recruit Talent<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Demonstrate stability to remaining employees and show potential hires that your business can weather a loss. The policy can also fund retention bonuses for key staff during transition.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--lightbulb\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tax-Efficient Planning<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As a CPA firm, we structure key person policies with your tax situation and cash flow in mind\u2014so the death benefit works alongside your overall business and estate strategy.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Written Consent Is Required<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Under federal law (26 U.S.C. \u00a7 101(j)), the employee or owner to be insured must provide written consent and be notified in writing before a key person policy is issued. No one can be placed under a policy without their knowledge and agreement.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-surface-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-583d630a wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">How Key Person Insurance Works<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Identify Your Key People<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Work with us to determine which employees or owners are critical to your business\u2014those whose loss would create a financial hardship or operational crisis.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Choose Your Coverage<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We help you select between term life insurance (coverage for a set period) or whole life insurance (permanent coverage with cash value), based on your business goals and budget.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Secure the Benefit<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your business owns and pays the premium. When the insured person passes away, the death benefit flows to your company to cover costs, debt, and transition expenses.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Integrate with Your Plan<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Key person insurance works alongside buy-sell agreements, estate planning, and other strategies to ensure your business and family are protected.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-surface-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-583d630a wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can I insure multiple key people?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. A business can take out key person policies on multiple employees or owners if each is genuinely critical to the company&#x27;s success. Each policy requires separate written consent from the insured person.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What happens to the policy if the employee leaves?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If the insured person leaves your company, the policy typically becomes unnecessary. You can surrender it, convert it, or discuss other options with us based on your circumstances and the policy terms.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How much coverage do I need?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The amount depends on the person&#x27;s role, income, client relationships, and the cost of replacement or transition. We help you calculate a realistic benefit that covers lost revenue, hiring, training, and other business costs.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is the death benefit taxable to my business?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Generally, the death benefit from a key person policy is not subject to federal income tax when paid to your business. However, tax treatment depends on policy structure and your situation\u2014we review this as part of your coverage review.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-base-color has-primary-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-4d466591 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--primary,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-base-color has-text-color\">Protect Your Business Today<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-0aa01211 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+19542316613\">Call NR CPAs &amp; Business Advisors to schedule a coverage review and discuss key person insurance for your Florida business.<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/nrcpas.com\/contact\">Call NR CPAs &amp; Business Advisors to schedule a coverage review and discuss key person insurance for your Florida business.<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Key man insurance protects your business if a critical employee dies. 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