[Alan K]

I'm in my early 30's, do I need disability insurance and what should I be looking for?How much should I expect to pay for benefits that cover 60% of my income after 90 days? Assuming I am healthy now

[TedEx]

Yes, because it'll never be any cheaper.The longer the waiting period ( time before benefits start is a big factor in determining cost.) No company will write 1st day coverage, but if you buy a policy with no benefits for the `1st 90 days, the premium drops like a rock. The monthly benefit can be a few hundred dollars, up to 60% of your pay.How is your health?? If no problems, good. If you have a chronic long term condition such as arthritis, it might cause a problem.If you're recovering from a broken leg, no big deal, but if you're recovering from cancer, that is a problem, at least for a while.Also, your occupation is a factor. If you are, for example, an accountant, your premium would be lower than that of a bricklayer.

[mbrcatz17]

You're more likely, at your age, to need disability insurance, than life insurance.There are two basic types - short term, and long term. If you have an"emergency fund"with six months expenses, don't bother with the short term.Be sure you've got a"usual and customary"employment clause, and a cost of living increase endorsement, on the long term. Keep in mind, most of the time you can collect on disability, you'll ALSO qualify for SSDI (independently - one does not automatically mean the other).