How Much Do Kids Cost?
You can't measure the worth of a child. Their love, their energy and the joy they bring are worth every sacrifice. But the truth is that having a child is also expensive and requires planning.
A Walk in the Park:
The Cost of Raising Children
Caring for a child is one of life's greatest gifts. It's also one of life's greatest responsibilities. Not only will you spend your time trying to ensure they grow up to become strong, caring individuals, but you'll also spend your resources trying to ensure they have every opportunity possible. The financial cost of having children cannot be understated. From the cost of health care to the cost of education, your child may likely be the single biggest investment you ever make.
Managing the Cost of Raising a Child
There are many resources online to help you learn to manage what you have and build for the future, and we've taken the time to pull together some of our own articles to help. Here are just a few quick links to get you started:
This video illustrates the costs associated with raising a child from birth to age 18 and even on to college. Yes, the numbers can be overwhelming in aggregate. But there are strategies to help you increase your savings, reduce expenses and even protect future earnings. At Protective Life Insurance Company, our goal is to focus your attention on being prepared for the unexpected. In helping you manage this financial responsibility we provide tools to help you assess your individual goals and insurance needs.