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Insurance Considerations When Getting Married

What to think about when combining households and planning your financial future together.

Updated January 18, 2026

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A New Chapter Means New Considerations

Getting married is exciting—and it comes with a lot of decisions. Insurance might not be the most romantic topic, but it's an important part of building a secure future together.

Things to Review Together

Life Insurance

When you're single, life insurance might not seem urgent. But marriage changes things:

  • You now have someone who may depend on your income
  • You might be taking on shared debt (mortgage, car loans)
  • You may be planning for children

Both partners should consider coverage, even if only one works outside the home.

Auto Insurance

Married couples can often save by:

  • Combining policies
  • Multi-car discounts
  • Good driver discounts

It's worth reviewing your options to see if bundling makes sense.

Renters or Homeowners Insurance

If you're moving in together:

  • Renters: Make sure both partners' belongings are covered
  • Homeowners: Review coverage limits now that you're combining households

Health Insurance

Compare your options during open enrollment:

  • Which employer plan offers better coverage?
  • What are the costs for adding a spouse?
  • Are your preferred doctors in-network?

Questions to Discuss

Before meeting with an agent, talk through:

  1. What are our combined monthly expenses?
  2. Do we have any shared debts?
  3. What are our savings and financial goals?
  4. Are we planning to have children?

Ready to Review Your Options?

Every couple's situation is different. When you're ready, a conversation with a licensed agent can help you find coverage that fits your new life together—with no pressure.

Estimate Your Coverage Needs

Use our free calculator to get a starting point for how much life insurance might make sense for your household.