Financial tips: Life insurance (The Shreveport Times)
The main objective of life insurance is to protect the family and creditors from financial loss due to the death of the insured.

5 Mistakes That Can Ruin Your Life (Insurance) (Investopedia)
There are many good reasons to consider buying a life insurance policy, such as a recent marriage, a new baby, or a large debt purchase (like a mortgage ) that loved ones would have trouble paying if something happened to you.