Life insurance gap score tool

Discover exactly how much coverage you need to protect your family's future

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Understand

Why your coverage gap matters

Most people underestimate how much protection their family truly needs. Our gap score reveals the real number—what it would take to cover your mortgage, replace your income, and secure your children's future if something happened to you today.

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What we measure

Your income and living expenses

Income

Annual earnings and household income

We calculate how many years of income your family would need to maintain their current lifestyle and meet long-term goals.

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Outstanding debts and obligations

Personal loans, credit cards, and other liabilities that would need to be settled.

Mortgage and property

Your home loan balance and the importance of keeping it protected.

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Dependents

Number of children and their ages through to independence.

University fees, living expenses, and other milestones your family wants to achieve.

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Secure

Your information is protected

We use bank-level encryption to keep your data safe. Your results are confidential, and there's no obligation to act on them.

Your data stays private and is never sold or shared

No obligation to book a consultation or purchase coverage

Encrypted and secure from start to finish

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Start your gap score now

Take five minutes to discover exactly what your family needs. The tool is simple, straightforward, and designed to give you clarity.

Instructions
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  3. Add your annual household income, mortgage balance, and any outstanding debts.
  4. Tell us about your dependents and any major expenses you want to cover, like education.

The gap score tool works by taking the information you provide—your income, debts, mortgage, dependents, and future goals—and running it through industry-standard formulas used by licensed financial professionals across the United States. The result is a realistic estimate of how much life insurance your family would need if something happened to you today.

Your gap score isn't a diagnosis or a sales pitch. It's a starting point for understanding your actual protection needs. Some people discover they're already well-covered. Others find they have a significant gap. Either way, you'll have clarity.

Once you have your score, you can decide what to do next. Many people book a consultation with one of our advisors to discuss their options and find the right policy. Others use the information to shop around. The choice is entirely yours.

If your situation is straightforward—single income, standard mortgage, a few dependents—the gap score will give you a solid number to work with. If you have a business, significant assets, or complex family circumstances, an advisor can dig deeper and provide a more thorough analysis.

The tool also considers mortgage protection as part of your overall coverage strategy. If you want to explore mortgage-specific options in more detail, we have a dedicated calculator for that as well.

After you receive your score, you'll understand what your family would need to maintain their lifestyle, pay off the mortgage, cover education costs, and handle any outstanding debts. This clarity helps you make informed decisions about your protection.

Many families find that once they see their gap score, the next step becomes obvious. They either feel confident they're covered, or they recognize the need to act. Our advisors are here to help with the latter—to explain your options, answer your questions, and get you covered without the hassle.

Your data is encrypted and secure throughout the process. We don't share your information with anyone, and there's no obligation to proceed. You're in control.

The gap score is designed to be quick and accessible on mobile, so you can complete it whenever it suits you. Most people finish in five to ten minutes.

If you have questions about your results or want to discuss your specific situation, you can book a free consultation directly from your results page. Our advisors will review your gap score and help you understand what it means for your family.

Some people use their gap score as a starting point for conversations with other advisors or brokers. That's fine. The important thing is that you have the information you need to make a decision that works for your family.

Remember, your gap score is based on the information you provide. If your circumstances change—you get a promotion, pay off your mortgage, have another child—your gap score will change too. You can always come back and recalculate.

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Your coverage gap

Based on your situation, here's what your family would need. This number represents the total life insurance coverage that would allow your family to maintain their lifestyle, pay off debts, and achieve the goals you've outlined.

Ready to protect your family?

Our advisors will review your results and recommend the right coverage for your situation.

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Real stories

Families who discovered their coverage gap and took action.

"I thought I had enough coverage until I ran the gap score. Turns out I was short by $400,000. Atlas Ridge helped me fix it in weeks."
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Michael Chen
Business owner, Texas
"The tool was simple to use and the results were eye-opening. My advisor explained everything clearly and got me covered without the hassle."
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Sarah Mitchell
Parent of two, Maine
"We found out our mortgage wouldn't be protected if something happened to me. Atlas Ridge made the whole process painless."
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James Whitmore
Homeowner, FL

Questions

Everything you need to know about assessing your coverage needs.

How accurate is this tool?

The gap score tool uses industry-standard formulas based on your income, debts, and family obligations. It's designed to give you a realistic starting point. For a detailed analysis tailored to your specific situation, our advisors can review your results and make personalized recommendations.

What happens after I get my score?

You'll see your coverage gap and understand what it means for your family. From there, you can book a free consultation with one of our advisors who will explain your options and help you find the right policy at the right price.

Do I need to provide personal information?

The tool asks for basic financial information to calculate your gap. Your data is secure and never shared. If you want a consultation, we'll ask for contact details, but you're in control of what you share.

Can the tool help with mortgage protection?

Yes. The gap score includes mortgage protection in its calculation. If you want a deeper dive into mortgage-specific coverage, we also have a dedicated mortgage protection calculator on our site.

What if my situation is complex?

The tool works well for most people, but if you have business interests, significant assets, or unusual circumstances, an advisor can provide a more thorough analysis. Book a consultation to discuss your specific needs.

Get in touch

Talk to an advisor

Have questions about your gap score or need help choosing coverage? Reach out and we'll guide you through the next steps.

Coverage gap tool

Find your gap.

Five questions. About two minutes. A clear picture of where your family's protection stands — no email, no signup, no pressure.

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The method

What your score weighs.

We use the DIME method — the same framework licensed advisors use to size coverage.

D · DEBT

Debts & final costs

Loans, credit cards, and obligations your family would need to settle.

I · INCOME

Income replacement

Ten years of your income, so daily life doesn't change while your family regroups.

M · MORTGAGE

Mortgage payoff

The remaining balance on your home, so the house is never at risk.

E · EDUCATION

Education costs

A planning allowance of $75,000 per child toward school and future milestones.

Common questions

About your gap score.

How accurate is this estimate?

It uses the industry-standard DIME framework — Debt, Income, Mortgage, Education — to produce a realistic planning number. It's a starting point, not a final answer: a licensed Atlas Ridge advisor refines it around your real situation, for free.

Do I have to enter personal information?

No. The tool runs entirely in your browser — no name, email, or phone number is required, and your answers are never stored or sent anywhere.

What should I do with my number?

If there's a gap, the next step is a free consultation. We compare 25+ top-rated carriers to find coverage that closes it at a price that fits your budget — and if your current coverage is already right, we'll tell you exactly that.

Does checking my gap affect my credit or obligate me?

Not at all. There's no credit check, no application, and no obligation. It's an educational estimate to help you know where you stand.

Know where you stand

Two minutes now. Clarity for years.

Run your score above, then let a licensed advisor turn the number into a plan.