LIMRA Insurance Lapse Predictor

Understanding and Mitigating Universal Life Insurance Policy Lapses Among Millennials

This project, conducted as part of a Master's program capstone, delves into the rising trend of policy lapses in universal life insurance, with a focus on the millennial demographic. The study is prompted by the growing concern over millennials' commitment to life insurance policies, a crucial element for financial security. The research aims to unravel the underlying causes of these lapses and identify effective strategies to engage this key demographic.

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Research Scope

The scope includes a thorough analysis using the LIMRA Universal Life Dataset to examine lapse trends, supplemented by predictive modeling to forecast lapse probabilities. Additionally, the project will gather insights directly from millennials through surveys and interviews, focusing on their perceptions and experiences with life insurance. The outcome will be strategic recommendations for insurance companies to improve their engagement with the millennial market, aiming to reduce lapse rates and foster long-term customer loyalty.

Research Hypothesis

The hypothesis suggests that the higher lapse rates in millennials stem from a blend of insufficient understanding of life insurance, a complex purchasing process, and a mismatch between policy offerings and millennials' needs. This project hypothesizes that addressing these factors will significantly reduce lapse rates, enhancing customer retention and stability among millennial policyholders.

Team Members

  • Binesh Kumar