Why is insurance important?
Insurance is about protection. It’s about planning for the unexpected, and although it doesn’t often feel like a priority, it can make a huge difference in times of loss or damage.
The events that you’ll want to get insurance for:
- The sudden loss of household income
- Property or vehicle loss from fire, theft or damage
- Serious illness or an accident, leaving a breadwinner unable to work
- Death of a breadwinner
- Risk of overwhelming debt without being able to pay
Benefits of having insurance:
- Insurance protects you and your family from financial difficulty
- It reduces financial stress and allows you to focus on recovering from loss instead of worrying about finances
- Peace of mind that you’re covered financially in case something happens
Insurance tips:
- Always get multiple insurance quotes until you’re happy with the terms you’ve got
- An average policy usually only covers the basics. Ensure that your policy has everything you need to suit your lifestyle
- Pay your premiums every month to ensure that there are no problems when the time comes to claim
- Know what to do if you are struggling to afford your premiums. Many products offer a restructured policy option for times like this
- You are never too young to take out life insurance