Protection
Some things in life are certain, like the fact that one day we will die. Most of us would like to think that when the day comes, we’ll be old, our loved one will be financially secure and our financial responsibilities will be taken care of.
But some things are less certain and, sadly, such a situation isn’t always a reality.
We know how stressful and time-consuming buying a home is – solicitors, mortgages, packing and moving, but remember to add the most important of all: protection
Different scenarios to consider:
- Who would pay the mortgage/rent/bills should you die
- How would you pay the mortgage/rent/bills should you suffer a critical illness
- How would your surviving partner pay the mortgage/rent/bills or provide for any dependants should you die or suffer a long term critical illness
- How would you pay the mortgage/rent/bills should you not be able to work short/medium long term sickness due to an accident or illness
- How would business partners/or your Company cope should you not be there
Protection Available:
- Life Insurance
- Critical or Serious Illness Cover
- Family Income Benefit
- Income Protection
- Accident, Sickness (and Unemployment)
- Buildings and Contents Insurance
Protection Shortfall Calculator
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Household & Financials
Mortgage/rent, utilities, food, childcare, debt repayments, etc.
Income Protection – Policy Inputs
Used to estimate first IP payment date (paid in arrears).
Life Cover – Assumptions
Critical Illness – Assumptions
Income Protection – Assumptions
We’ll recommend a capped monthly benefit based on expenses, other income, employer sick pay and your deferral period.
Family Income Benefit – Assumptions
If children present, term runs to the selected age of the youngest child.
Life Cover – Recommended lump sum
£0
Critical Illness – Recommended lump sum
£0
Income Protection – Recommended monthly benefit
£0
Family Income Benefit – Annual / Monthly
£0 / £0
Estimated first IP payment date (paid monthly in arrears)
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Actual payment date may vary by insurer payment cycle.
Your custom disclaimer
Summary of how we calculate
This tool is for guidance only and not personal advice. Provider caps, definitions and eligibility vary and are subject to underwriting. Income Protection benefits are assumed monthly in arrears. Always read policy documents and seek regulated advice for recommendations.