If you’ve been told that whole life insurance is the only way to go, you’re not getting the full picture. Meet the rising stars of the insurance world: Term Life Insurance with Return of Premium (CBO 50 and CBO 100).
These plans are disrupting the industry and if you're not looking at them, you're likely overpaying or under-protecting your family.
CBO stands for Cash Back Option, also known as Return of Premium (ROP) term life insurance. You pay premiums for a specific term (say 20 or 30 years), and if you outlive the policy:
Yes, every penny of your premiums returned, tax-free.
Now pair that with flexible options like:
Let’s dive into how these options work, who they’re perfect for, and when they beat whole life hands down.
CBO 50 is perfect if:
Ideal for:
Young families, first-time parents, renters, or anyone on a budget wanting financial protection plus a reward at the end.
CBO 100 is a power move if:
Ideal for:
Dual-income families, entrepreneurs, investors, high-income earners who want coverage + savings without locking money into whole life.
Let’s get real: Whole life has benefits, like lifelong coverage and cash value. But it also comes with:
Carlos and Maria choose a 30-year CBO 100. They get full protection during child-raising years and a cash bonus at the end. No loss if they outlive the policy.
Tanya picks 20-year CBO 50. Affordable monthly premiums and gets 50% back which is perfect for her child’s college fund.
Jason opts for CBO 100. It doubles as life insurance and a savings vehicle. He’s planning to use the cash return to launch his dream business.
People are tired of:
CBO term life offers the best of both worlds: security if something happens, and a financial bonus if it doesn’t.
If you’re looking for:
✅ Affordable coverage
✅ Risk-free money-back guarantees
✅ Financial flexibility
✅ Real value for your premium dollars
Then, Term Life with CBO 50 or CBO 100 could be a smart financial decision for you.