What is the primary benefit of excess premium payments?

The primary benefit of excess premium payments is that they may enhance the cash value of the policy. When policyholders put in more money than the minimum required premium, this extra amount can be allocated towards the cash value component of the policy, particularly in whole life or universal life insurance policies. This inflow can help to build the cash value more quickly than would occur with regular premium payments, providing the policyholder with more options down the line, such as taking loans against this cash value or using it to pay premiums.

This feature is especially advantageous in permanent life insurance policies, where the cash value grows over time and can be accessed by the policyholder. The growth of cash value can also result in increased financial flexibility and security for the policyholder as they plan for their future needs.