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When planning for financial security, professionals often focus on the big numbers: the total payout of a life insurance policy, the target balance of a retirement account, or the monthly benefit amount of a long-term disability (LTD) policy. Yet, one of the most critical structural decisions in disability planning hides in the fine print: the…

When planning for financial security, most working professionals meticulously calculate retirement contributions, optimize tax strategies, and invest in equity markets. Yet, one of the most catastrophic risks to lifetime earnings potential—sudden illness or injury resulting in long-term disability—is frequently misunderstood or inadequately addressed. At the heart of this misunderstanding lies a critical policy feature: the…