Personal protection

Life Insurance

Life Insurance provides a lump sum payment to your loved ones if you pass away during the policy term, so the people who depend on you are not left to cope financially as well as emotionally.

Key benefits

Why people choose Life Insurance

  • Helps protect your family's financial future
  • Can cover mortgage repayments, household bills, and living expenses
  • Provides peace of mind knowing your loved ones are financially supported
  • Flexible cover options to suit your needs and budget

What's typically included

What Life Insurance covers

  • A tax-free lump sum paid to your chosen beneficiaries on death during the policy term
  • Level cover, where the payout stays the same throughout the policy
  • Decreasing cover, designed to reduce in line with a repayment mortgage balance
  • Optional add-ons such as critical illness or waiver of premium

Important to know

What's not usually covered

Every policy is different, so exact exclusions depend on the insurer and your individual circumstances. Common exclusions to be aware of include:

  • Death by suicide within the first 12 months of the policy is typically excluded
  • Non-disclosure of relevant medical history or lifestyle factors at application can affect a claim
  • Cover usually ends at a fixed age or term set when the policy started
  • Exact terms, exclusions and underwriting decisions vary by insurer and individual circumstances

Common questions

Life Insurance FAQs

Quick answers to the things people ask us most. Can't find what you're looking for? Get in touch and we'll be happy to help.

Still have a question?

Our Blackburn-based advisers are happy to talk it through, with no obligation.

How much life insurance cover do I need?

This depends on your outstanding debts (such as a mortgage), your income, and how long your family would need financial support. An adviser can help you work out a suitable level of cover for your circumstances.

Does life insurance pay out for any cause of death?

Most policies cover death by any cause once the policy is in force, though suicide within the first 12 months is a standard exclusion. Full terms depend on the insurer and policy you choose.

Can I get life insurance with a pre-existing medical condition?

In many cases, yes. Insurers assess each application individually, and cover may still be available, sometimes with adjusted terms. Speak to an adviser to explore your options.

Is life insurance the same as critical illness cover?

No. Life Insurance pays out on death, while Critical Illness Cover pays a lump sum on diagnosis of a specified serious illness. The two can be combined for broader protection.

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