How much cover do you need?

Take a look at your life as a whole. What would happen if you suddenly passed away or were unable to work? Do you have debts or children relying on you? Life Insurance can play a big role in keeping your family protected financially. When you’re getting a policy consider things like your age, lifestyle, financial obligations and dependents. These can all help identify which type of life insurance is right for you.

As you start to build your wealth and begin securing your assets for the future, the need for life insurance grows. The older you are and the more expenses you acquire, the more vulnerable you could become without life cover in place. This doesn’t mean life insurance is only for mature people. Young Western Australians often have fewer financial obligations and may not need to get a comprehensive life insurance policy. This doesn’t mean it’s right to have all or nothing. There are different types of life insurance policies that can help protect your family if you pass away or can offer income protection if you are unable to work for a period of time. It pays to check your assets and lifestyle to find the right insurance for your life stage.

Being underinsured  can make you financially vulnerable so it’s always worth rechecking your policy to ensure it’s working for you.

Key events in your life usually encourage you to start protecting yourself and your loved ones. The life events below are when most Western Australians start to consider life insurance;

• buying a house
• getting married
• having children
• investing in property
• saving for a retirement fund.

There are several types of life insurance which have been designed to help protect yourself, your family and your financial obligations. Whether you pass away, you’re sick, ill or unable to work, the right policy can help your family keep on top of your expenses.

If you were to pass away, would it be difficult for your family to continue living the same lifestyle you have now? The more debt you have and the more children you support, the more you should consider investing in a life insurance policy. Life insurance can give you a lump sum payout if you’re terminally ill and income protection can provide a monthly income stream if you’re absent from work due to an accident or illness. If you don’t have any children your partner may still find it hard to manage on just their income so consider a policy to protect your spouse too.

If you’re terminally ill or pass away a Life Insurance  policy can help your family when they need it most. With the option to add in Total and Permanent Disability or Trauma cover, you can create a life insurance policy that suits your lifestyle. If you’re after protection for your income, consider Income Protection Insurance.

You can work out how much cover you need by calculating your expenses including your mortgage, car repayments, insurance premiums, children’s school fees and household expenses including food, utility bills and anything else you pay on a regular basis.