Income protection

Income protection insurance explained

Understanding income protection cover

Income protection insurance is designed to provide financial support if you are unable to work due to illness or injury, subject to the terms and conditions of the policy. Depending on the cover selected, it may pay a regular income after a chosen deferral period while you remain unable to work, up to the end of the policy term or until you return to work.

Policies vary in how they operate, including benefit amounts, waiting periods, exclusions, and definitions of incapacity. It is important to understand how a policy works and what circumstances may be covered before taking out insurance.

We can help explain how income protection policies differ and discuss options that may be available based on your needs, budget, and personal circumstances. This allows you to decide whether income protection is appropriate for you and what level of cover you wish to consider.

4 Tips to Prepare for Your Quote

Getting a protection quote is simple when you know what to expect.

1. Your Health

Insurers look at your medical history and any existing conditions. Being clear and accurate helps ensure you get the right level of cover and a fair premium.

2. Your Occupation

Some jobs carry more risk than others. Your occupation helps insurers assess the likelihood of a claim and can influence your premium.

3. Your Age

Younger applicants usually pay less, so securing cover early can help lock in lower long-term costs.

4. Your Lifestyle

Smoking, drinking, or high-risk hobbies can affect your premium. Your lifestyle helps insurers understand your overall risk level.

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Whether it’s getting the keys to your dream home or arranging the right protection, we keep every step simple and stress-free — from enquiry to completion and long after.

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STILL NOT SURE?

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is Income Protection Insurance?

Income Protection pays you a regular income if you can’t work due to illness or injury. It helps cover your essential costs while you recover.

2. Who is Income Protection designed for?

Anyone who relies on their income — employees, contractors, or the self-employed — can benefit from having a financial safety net in place.

3. How does Income Protection work?

If you’re unable to work, your policy pays out a monthly income after a chosen waiting period. Payments continue until you return to work, retire, or reach the end of the policy term.

4. How much does Income Protection cost?

The cost depends on factors such as your age, health, occupation, lifestyle, and the level of cover you choose. We can help you compare options to find affordable protection.

5. What affects the price of Income Protection?

Your age, medical history, job type, lifestyle habits, and how quickly you want payments to start can all influence the premium.

6. Can self-employed people get Income Protection?

Yes. Income Protection can be especially valuable for the self-employed, as it replaces lost income when you’re unable to work and don’t have employer sick pay to rely on.

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