Category Archives: Protection

Would a tax-free ‘lump sum’ help if you became seriously ill?

Most home buyers purchase life assurance when they arrange a mortgage, but many overlook another form of financial protection that they are potentially more likely to need prior to retirement.

Critical illness cover, also known as critical illness insurance, covers specified serious illnesses and provides a tax-free ‘lump sum’ – a one-off payment that could be used to help pay for your mortgage, liabilities or alterations to your home such as wheelchair access should you need it, but ultimately it’s your choice how you use it.

Specified medical conditions
Critical illness insurance will […]