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The document discusses when life insurance is needed and when it may not be necessary. It states that life insurance is important for families where the breadwinner could leave dependents without income if they pass away. However, young people without dependents usually do not need life insurance. The document also warns that disability is a larger risk than death, so disability insurance is generally a better option for people without dependents. Later in life, individuals may no longer need life insurance if they have sufficient retirement savings and no debts or dependents.
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