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Key Takeaways
If your nominee is under 18, you must assign an adult guardian (called an appointee) to manage the funds until the child reaches adulthood; otherwise, claim settlement may be delayed.
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What is an Appointee in Life Insurance?
Since minors cannot legally handle financial transactions or claim insurance payouts directly, the appointee acts as a temporary custodian until the nominee becomes an adult.