type of account (401k, etc) and you are putting a good amount in a brokerage account as well and then you are looking for another place to park some money as a diversifier then MAYBE it could be ok. For most people there is no benefit to doing a whole life policy but in some circumstances it can be ok. If you add a rider to cover future long term care costs, etc. or as a way to pass on money (estate planning need) then whole life can play a role as well.