The language of life insurance can be confusing, so here’s a simple guide to some of the key terms.
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Senior life insurance
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Critical illness cover with a pre-existing medical condition
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How to avoid life insurance scams
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Life insurance for dads
Life insurance can make a difference to your family, here’s how.
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Life insurance for mums
Your day-to-day life is full of unexpected twists and turns and as a parent that increases hugely.
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What you need to know when writing a will
It’s a confronting job, but getting it done can be a big relief and a weight off for the future.
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Life insurance beneficiaries
Life insurance beneficiaries
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When should I get life insurance?
The majority of us only really think about life insurance when a big moment in your life happens
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Types of Life Insurance
There are lots of different types of life insurance cover, and you’re probably wondering what policy you should buy.
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Is critical illness cover worth it?
Critical illness cover is similar to life insurance but instead it pays you a lump sum if you’re ill and can’t work.
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Terminal illness vs critical illness
The terms 'critical illness’ and ‘terminal illness’ sound alike and both refer to serious medical conditions.
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Probate: what it is and how it works
Probate is the legal process of administering a deceased person’s estate and involves distributing this as inheritance.
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Level term vs decreasing term life insurance
The big life events we look forward to like getting married, having children, or buying a house can make you re-evaluate your finances and think about protecting your family’s future.
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Life insurance when renting
Despite the misconceptions, life insurance is not just for mortgage holders, it can help renters too.
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What to do after someone dies – a checklist
It can be difficult to know what to do following the death of a loved one, and in what order. Find out what you need to do first and what you can leave for later.
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