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An agent is assisting a senior client (age 65) with an annuity purchase. Under California law, what is the minimum free look period that must be provided for this annuity contract?

  1. A60 days
  2. B30 days
  3. C10 days
  4. D20 days
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Correct answer: B. 30 days

While most life insurance policies have a 10-day free look period, California law mandates a longer 30-day free look period for annuities and life insurance policies sold to seniors (age 60 or older).

Why the other options are wrong

  • A. 60 days is longer than the minimum required, though an insurer could offer it, it's not the legal minimum.
  • C. 10 days is for general life insurance policies, not annuities or senior-specific policies.
  • D. 20 days is not a standard free look period in California for annuities or senior policies.

Annuity/Senior Free Look (CA)

In California, annuities and life insurance policies sold to seniors (age 60+) are subject to a minimum 30-day free look period.

  • Applies to annuities regardless of applicant age.
  • Applies to life insurance for applicants age 60 and over.
  • Allows more time for review due to complexity or vulnerability.

Memory trick: Look longer for seniors and annuities.

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