EP31 — Life Insurance for Farm Succession (Canada): The Liquidity Plan That Keeps Land in the Family
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If you own farmland in Canada and you have a family, this is the part of succession planning most people skip.
Most farm families don’t lose the farm because they didn’t plan… they lose it because they didn’t have cash at the exact moment they needed it.
In this episode of Farmers in Finance, Rico breaks down life insurance as a farm succession liquidity tool in plain English — not a product pitch, a decision framework.
Why liquidity matters (asset-rich, cash-light)
Farms can be worth millions on paper, but still struggle when a bill shows up fast.
The “invoice day” usually includes:
- taxes at death / on transfers
- legal and accounting fees
- debt payments that don’t pause
- payroll / hired help to keep operations moving
- equalization (keeping it fair when one child keeps the farm)
7 questions to bring to your advisor + CPA
- What exact event are we funding — death, disability, or diagnosis?
- What’s the liquidity number we need in 30 days?
- What’s the liquidity number we need in 12 months?
- Who is the key person operationally, and who is the key person financially?
- If one child keeps the farm, how are the other kids made whole?
- Where should the money land — spouse, kids, or corporation — and why?
- What’s a sustainable annual budget so we can keep the plan long-term?
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Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only. It is not legal, tax, or insurance advice. Every situation is different — speak with a qualified lawyer, accountant, or licensed insurance professional for guidance specific to your circumstances.