Life cover Guides

Life cover is an important way to protect what matters, like your family and the lifestyle they’re used to, in the event the worst happens to you. These articles explore the reasons to get covered, the types of cover available, and what to expect if you take out a policy.

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Understanding mortgage life insurance

If you want to leave your loved ones financial protection for your home, even if you’re not there to help pay the mortgage, you may want to take out mortgage life ...

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Protect your family

Life shouldn't stop for your loved ones if the unexpected happens to you. Let's make sure they'll be financially secure if the worst happens.

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6 reasons why you need life insurance

It seems there are certain events in people’s life that prompt them to buy life insurance.

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Life insurance vs life assurance

What’s the difference between life insurance and life assurance? We can help with that.

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What are the benefits of life insurance?

We insure our cars against theft and damage, and our homes in case anything goes wrong. But not as many people insure the most valuable thing of all: their lives.

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Family life insurance: protecting your loved ones

Your family is unique. Protecting them from life’s uncertainties is important. Life insurance offers a way to provide financial security for your loved ones if something ...

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Joint vs single life insurance policies for couples: what’s best for you?

Choosing the right life insurance policy as a couple can be challenging. Should you apply for one joint policy or take out separate single policies instead?

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What to expect from life insurance

Our guide takes you through what to expect from life insurance, from the application right the way through to the payout. If you think it’s a product that could help ...

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What is life insurance?

Life insurance can offer your loved ones peace of mind and financial security if you pass away or become critically ill.

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Life insurance and critical illness cover at 50: Protecting your future while you enjoy new ...

Turning 50 is a great time to try new things. The right life cover can help you enjoy travel, hobbies and big life changes without worry.

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Death in service vs life insurance

Death in service cover is a useful employee benefit but relying on it alone could put your family at risk financially. Find out how it compares to life insurance and why ...

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Life insurance for self-employed people

Life insurance is more than just a safety net. It can be a smart investment in your family’s future and your business’s continuity, especially if you’re self-employed.

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The nation's relationship with life insurance

For many people, life insurance is an important way to protect their loved ones. But how many of us actually have it? And how much do people really know about this kind ...

If you believe you need life insurance, then consider a policy from the 69ÌÃ today.