New Mexico Administrative Code
Title 13 - INSURANCE
Chapter 9 - LIFE INSURANCE AND ANNUITIES
Part 5 - LIFE INSURANCE DISCLOSURE
Section 13.9.5.11 - PRENEED FUNERAL CONTRACTS OR PREARRANGEMENTS
Current through Register Vol. 35, No. 6, March 26, 2024
The following information shall be adequately disclosed at the time an application is made, prior to accepting the applicant's initial premium or deposit, for a preneed funeral contract or prearrangement that is funded or to be funded by a life insurance policy:
A. the fact that a life insurance policy is involved or being used to fund a prearrangement;
B. the nature of the relationship among the soliciting agent or agents, the provider of the funeral or cemetery merchandise or services, the administrator and any other person;
C. the relationship of the life insurance policy to the funding of the prearrangement and the nature and existence of any guarantees relating to the prearrangement;
D. the impact on the prearrangement:
E. a list of the merchandise and services which are applied or contracted for in the prearrangement and all relevant information concerning the price of the funeral services, including an indication that the purchase price is either guaranteed at the time of purchase or to be determined at the time of need;
F. all relevant information concerning what occurs and whether any entitlements or obligations arise if there is a difference between the proceeds of the life insurance policy and the amount actually needed to fund the prearrangement;
G. any penalties or restrictions, including but not limited to geographic restrictions or the inability of the provider to perform, on the delivery of merchandise, services or the prearrangement guarantee; and
H. the fact that a sales commission or other form of compensation is being paid and if so, the identity of such individuals or entities to whom it is paid.