Former NFL quarterback and long time NFL announcer Boomer Esiason is this year’s spokesperson for life insurance awareness month in September. Great choice. Boomer has an appealing unassuming demeanor on broadcasts. He’s well known for his support in research to find a cure for cystic fibrosis with the Boomer Esiason Foundation.
Boomer’s mom died of cancer when he was 7 years old, and she did not have life insurance.
Life insurance is important for parents, especially those with young children, to cover the cost of child care.
Boomer Esiason’s mother was a stay at home mom. A homemaker isn’t required to have earned income to qualify for life insurance. Carrier guidelines vary on how much a non working spouse can qualify for, so it’s best to compare if shopping for a larger face amount. Non working spouses can qualify for the same amount of coverage as working spouses with Prudential. Other carriers like American General offer coverage with face amount limits depending on household income.