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The Growth Shield: Your Future-Proofing Blueprint

The Growth Shield: Your Future-Proofing Blueprint 2026

The Unseen Foundation: How Strategic Financial Protection — From Income Security for Tradespeople and Nurses to Critical Illness and Life Cover for Your Legacy — Is the Ultimate Self-Care Strategy for Personal Growth, Resilient Relationships, and a Future Free from Worry, Especially as 1 in 2 UK Lives Are Projected to Face Cancer by 2025, and Why Private Health Insurance is Your Vital Fast Lane to Reclaiming Your Best Life.

In our relentless pursuit of personal growth, we invest in gym memberships, mindfulness apps, career coaching, and organic food. We rightly see these as essential acts of self-care. Yet, the most crucial element of our long-term wellbeing is often the one we can’t see: a robust shield of financial protection.

This isn't about morbidly planning for the worst. It's about intelligently planning for the best possible life. It’s about creating a foundation so strong that you can pursue your ambitions, nurture your relationships, and navigate life’s inevitable challenges with confidence and grace. Financial protection is the ultimate enabler of personal growth. It’s the quiet confidence that allows you to take calculated risks, the peace of mind that strengthens your connections with loved ones, and the safety net that catches you if you fall.

The urgency of this has never been greater. With sobering projections from Cancer Research UK suggesting that 1 in 2 people in the UK will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime, the question is no longer if our lives will be impacted by a health crisis, but how we prepare for it. The financial fallout from a serious illness can be as devastating as the diagnosis itself.

This guide is your blueprint. It will show you how strategic layers of protection—from Income Protection for the hands-on electrician and the tireless nurse, to Critical Illness Cover for life's shocking turns, Life Insurance for your lasting legacy, and Private Medical Insurance as your express lane back to health—form an impenetrable shield. A shield that guards not just your finances, but your future, your family, and your freedom to grow.

The New Self-Care: Why Financial Resilience is Your Strongest Foundation

For too long, 'self-care' has been boxed into a narrow definition of bubble baths and yoga retreats. While these are valuable for immediate stress relief, true, lasting self-care is about building a life structure that is inherently less stressful. It's about eliminating the deepest anxieties that keep us awake at night.

And what is the most pervasive anxiety in modern life? Money.

According to the Office for National Statistics (ONS), a significant portion of UK adults report feeling high levels of anxiety, with the cost of living and financial worries being primary drivers. This constant, low-level financial stress erodes our mental health, impacts our physical wellbeing, and strains our relationships. It’s a silent drain on our potential.

Strategic financial protection flips this narrative. It's the most profound act of self-care because it tackles the root cause of this anxiety.

  • It Liberates Your Mind: When you know your income is protected, your mortgage is covered, and your family will be secure no matter what, you free up immense mental and emotional energy. This is the energy you need for creativity, learning, and personal development.
  • It Fuels Your Ambitions: Want to leave your job to start a business? Change careers to pursue a passion? Knowing you have a financial safety net makes these life-affirming risks feel possible, not terrifying. It’s the difference between being trapped by a "safe" salary and being empowered to build a life you love.
  • It Strengthens Your Relationships: Financial strain is a leading cause of conflict in relationships. By putting a clear plan in place, you remove a massive potential source of tension. It’s an act of love for your partner and family, showing that you’ve thought about their future and security, allowing you to focus on what truly matters: your connection.

Building a "Growth Shield" is about proactively designing a future where you are resilient to shocks. It's not about dwelling on negativity; it's about building a platform of stability from which you can confidently launch yourself towards your goals.

The Cancer Statistic We Can't Ignore: 1 in 2

It’s a statistic that stops you in your tracks. Cancer Research UK’s projection that 1 in 2 people born after 1960 will be diagnosed with some form of cancer during their lifetime is a stark reality check. Advances in medicine mean that survival rates are better than ever, but surviving a critical illness is a journey with profound financial implications. This is often referred to as "financial toxicity"—the unseen side effect of treatment.

When a serious illness strikes, the focus is rightly on health. But the financial pressures mount quickly and quietly.

Financial Impact of a Critical IllnessExample Costs & Considerations
Loss of IncomeYou may be unable to work for months, or even years. Statutory Sick Pay is just £116.75 per week (2024/25 rate).
Partner's Lost IncomeYour partner may need to reduce their hours or stop working entirely to care for you or the children.
Increased Household BillsHigher heating bills from being at home more, special dietary requirements, and other unexpected costs.
Travel & Parking CostsFrequent trips to hospitals for treatment can add up to thousands of pounds per year.
Home/Car ModificationsRamps, stairlifts, or an adapted vehicle might become necessary.
Private Treatment CostsSpecialist consultations, second opinions, or treatments not available on the NHS can be financially crippling without cover.
Childcare CostsYou may need to arrange extra childcare while you attend appointments or recover from treatment.

The average UK household has minimal savings to weather such a storm. A critical illness diagnosis can wipe out years of careful saving in a matter of months, forcing families to make heartbreaking choices between the best medical care and their financial stability.

This is precisely where the first two layers of your Growth Shield—Income Protection and Critical Illness Cover—become your lifeline.

Your Income Safety Net: A Deep Dive into Income Protection

Your ability to earn an income is your single greatest financial asset. It pays for your home, your food, your holidays, your children’s future. Everything. If that income were to suddenly stop due to illness or injury, how long could you manage?

For most, the answer is "not long." This is why Income Protection (IP) is arguably the most important insurance you can own.

Often confused with Critical Illness Cover, IP works differently. It doesn’t pay a lump sum. Instead, it provides a regular, tax-free monthly income if you are unable to work due to any medical reason—be it stress, a bad back, or a serious illness like cancer. It's designed to replace a significant portion of your lost earnings, allowing you to keep paying your bills and maintain your lifestyle while you focus on recovery.

Essential Cover for Hands-On Professionals: Tradespeople and Nurses

Certain professions carry a higher risk, not just of serious accidents, but of musculoskeletal or stress-related conditions that can leave you unable to work for an extended period.

  • Tradespeople (Electricians, Plumbers, Builders): Your livelihood depends on your physical health. A slipped disc, a shoulder injury, or a broken wrist isn't just painful—it's a direct threat to your income. Many short-term IP policies are marketed as Personal Sick Pay to this group, offering a vital bridge over the financial chasm left by the inadequacy of Statutory Sick Pay (SSP).
  • Nurses and NHS Staff: The physical and emotional toll of working on the front line of healthcare is immense. While the NHS sick pay scheme is better than SSP, it is tiered based on service length and eventually runs out. An Income Protection policy can seamlessly kick in when your employer’s support ends, ensuring your financial security continues for as long as you need to recover.

The Non-Negotiable for the Self-Reliant: Freelancers & the Self-Employed

If you are self-employed, you are your own safety net. There is no employer sick pay. There is no one to cover for you. If you don’t work, you don’t get paid. For freelancers, contractors, and small business owners, Income Protection isn't a "nice-to-have"; it's a fundamental business continuity tool. It ensures that a period of ill health doesn’t destroy the business you’ve worked so hard to build.

A Tax-Efficient Solution for Company Directors

For company directors, Executive Income Protection offers a powerful and tax-efficient solution. The policy is owned and paid for by your limited company. The premiums are typically treated as an allowable business expense, making it a highly efficient way to protect your personal income. It's a key benefit that smart directors put in place to protect themselves and their business.

Income Source During IllnessTypical Monthly Amount (UK)Key Limitation
Statutory Sick Pay (SSP)~£506Maximum 28 weeks. Not enough to cover most household bills.
Employment & Support Allowance (ESA)~£380 - £560 (assessment rate)Means-tested and complex to claim. Not a replacement income.
Typical Income Protection£1,500 - £4,000+ (e.g. 60% of gross salary)Pays out until you return to work, retire, or the policy term ends.

Navigating the options—from short-term vs. long-term cover to the definition of "incapacity"—can be complex. At WeCovr, we specialise in helping everyone from bricklayers to barristers compare plans from all major UK insurers. We ensure you get a policy that truly understands your occupation and provides the robust protection you deserve.

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Critical Illness Cover: The Lump Sum Lifeline When You Need It Most

While Income Protection safeguards your monthly cash flow, Critical Illness Cover (CIC) is designed to deal a knockout blow to the huge, one-off costs that a serious health event can trigger.

It pays out a tax-free lump sum on the diagnosis of a specific condition defined in the policy. The "big three" conditions are typically cancer, heart attack, and stroke, but modern policies can cover over 50—and sometimes over 100—different conditions, including things like multiple sclerosis, major organ transplant, and permanent paralysis.

This lump sum gives you freedom and options at a time when you need them most. What could you use it for?

  • Wipe out your mortgage: Imagine the relief of knowing your home is secure, forever.
  • Fund private medical treatment: Gain access to cutting-edge therapies or specialists without delay.
  • Replace a partner's income: Allow your spouse or partner to take time off work to care for you.
  • Adapt your home: Install a wet room, a stairlift, or make other changes to support your recovery and independence.
  • Take a recuperative holiday: Give your family a chance to heal and reconnect after a traumatic period.
  • Create a financial buffer: Simply reduce the stress and pressure, allowing you to focus 100% on getting better.

Critical Illness Cover can be purchased as a standalone policy or, more commonly, combined with Life Insurance. A combined plan means it will pay out once—either on diagnosis of a critical illness or on death, whichever comes first. Choosing the right structure depends entirely on your personal circumstances and budget.

The definitions and conditions covered can vary significantly between insurers. This is not a product to buy off-the-shelf. Working with an expert broker like us at WeCovr is vital to ensure the policy you choose offers comprehensive definitions for the conditions that matter most, giving you the best possible chance of a successful claim.

Private Medical Insurance (PMI): Your Fast Lane to Recovery

If Income Protection and Critical Illness Cover provide the financial firepower, Private Medical Insurance (PMI) provides the speed and access. It’s the third layer of your Growth Shield, designed to get you diagnosed and treated faster, putting you on the quickest possible path back to your best life.

The NHS is a national treasure, but it is under unprecedented strain. As of 2025, waiting lists for consultations and non-urgent procedures remain at historic highs. Waiting months for a diagnosis, and then many more months for treatment, is not just frustrating—it's debilitating. It can lead to a condition worsening, increased pain, and significant mental anguish. For someone who is self-employed or in a physical job, a long wait can be financially catastrophic.

PMI is your personal bypass lane.

Patient Journey for Knee SurgeryNHS PathwayPrivate Medical Insurance Pathway
GP ReferralWeeks to months to see a specialist.Days to a week to see a specialist.
Diagnostics (e.g., MRI)Weeks to months on the NHS waiting list.Often done within 48-72 hours.
Consultation & Surgery DateMonths, sometimes over a year, on the surgical waiting list.Surgery often scheduled within 2-4 weeks.
Hospital StayNHS ward.Private room with en-suite facilities.
Post-Op PhysioLimited access to NHS physiotherapy sessions.Comprehensive post-operative physiotherapy included.

The core benefits of PMI are clear:

  • Speed: Drastically reduce the time from symptom to treatment.
  • Choice: Choose your specialist, consultant, and the hospital where you are treated.
  • Access: Get access to drugs, treatments, and diagnostic tools that may not yet be available or routinely funded on the NHS.
  • Comfort: Recover in the privacy and comfort of your own room.

PMI works in perfect harmony with your other protection. By getting you treated faster, it helps you get back to work sooner, potentially reducing the length of time you need to claim on your Income Protection policy.

At WeCovr, we believe in a holistic approach to wellbeing. Insurance is there for when things go wrong, but we also want to empower our clients to stay healthy. That's why every client receives complimentary access to CalorieHero, our exclusive AI-powered calorie and nutrition tracking app. It’s a small way we can help you invest in your health proactively, supporting the wellness journey that your insurance is designed to protect.

Legacy and Love: The Enduring Power of Life Insurance

The final, fundamental layer of your Growth Shield is about what you leave behind. Life Insurance is one of the most selfless purchases you can make. It’s a promise to your loved ones that, even if you’re not there, they will be financially looked after.

It pays out a tax-free lump sum upon your death, providing your family with the funds to navigate a future without you. This money can be used to:

  • Pay off the mortgage, ensuring your family has a secure home.
  • Cover funeral costs.
  • Replace your lost income for years to come, covering daily bills and expenses.
  • Provide for your children’s education, from school fees to university costs.
  • Leave an inheritance to your children or other beneficiaries.
  • Clear outstanding debts like car loans or credit cards.

There are several types of cover to suit different needs:

  1. Level Term Assurance: The payout amount remains fixed throughout the policy term. This is ideal for covering an interest-only mortgage or providing a specific lump sum for your family’s future.
  2. Decreasing Term Assurance: The payout amount reduces over time, broadly in line with a repayment mortgage. This is the most cost-effective way to ensure your biggest debt is cleared.
  3. Family Income Benefit: A thoughtful alternative to a single lump sum. Instead of one large payment, it provides a regular, tax-free monthly or annual income for the remainder of the policy term. This can be easier for a grieving family to manage and budget with, replacing the lost monthly salary.

A Specialist Tool for Inheritance Tax: Gift Inter Vivos

For those planning their estate, there's a lesser-known but incredibly useful policy called Gift Inter Vivos insurance. In the UK, if you gift a large sum of money or an asset (like a property) and then die within seven years, that gift may be subject to Inheritance Tax (IHT). This policy is a simple life insurance plan designed to pay out a lump sum that covers the potential IHT liability, ensuring your beneficiaries receive the full value of your gift.

For the Business Builders: Protecting Your Most Valuable Asset

For company directors and business owners, the "Growth Shield" extends beyond personal protection to safeguard the business itself. An illness or death doesn't just affect a family; it can cripple a company.

Business Protection TypeWhat It DoesWhy It's Crucial
Key Person InsuranceThe company insures a key individual. The payout goes to the business if that person dies or suffers a critical illness.Covers lost profits, funds recruitment of a replacement, or repays business loans. It provides stability during a crisis.
Shareholder ProtectionProvides a lump sum to the remaining shareholders/partners to buy the shares of a deceased or critically ill owner.Ensures a smooth transfer of ownership, prevents the family from being forced into running the business, and stops shares falling into the wrong hands.
Relevant Life CoverA tax-efficient 'death-in-service' policy for individual employees/directors, paid for by the company.Premiums are a business expense, and benefits are paid tax-free to the employee's family. A vital perk for small businesses competing for talent.
Executive Income ProtectionIncome protection for a director/employee, paid for by the business as an allowable expense.A tax-efficient way to protect the income of your most important people, including yourself.

These policies are the corporate equivalent of a personal Growth Shield. They ensure the business you've poured your life into can survive and thrive beyond the health of its key individuals.

Building Your Growth Shield: A Step-by-Step Blueprint

Feeling overwhelmed? Don't be. Building your protection is a logical, step-by-step process.

  1. Assess Your Foundation: Grab a piece of paper and list your key financial facts. What is your monthly income? What are your essential outgoings (mortgage/rent, bills, food)? What debts do you have? Who depends on you financially? What savings or existing cover (e.g., from work) do you have?

  2. Identify Your Vulnerabilities: Looking at your assessment, ask the tough questions. What would happen if my income stopped tomorrow for six months? How would we pay the mortgage if I was diagnosed with a serious illness? How would my family cope financially if I were no longer here?

  3. Prioritise Your Protection: You don't have to get everything at once. A sensible hierarchy of needs looks like this:

    • Priority 1: Income Protection. Protect your income first, as it pays for everything else.
    • Priority 2: Life & Critical Illness Cover. Secure your home and provide for your dependents.
    • Priority 3: Private Medical Insurance. Add a layer of speed and choice to your healthcare.
  4. Seek Expert Guidance: This is not a DIY project. The insurance market is complex, and the details matter. An independent broker's role is to be your expert guide. At WeCovr, we do the heavy lifting for you—we search the entire market, translate the jargon, and help you tailor a package of policies that perfectly fits your life, profession, and budget. We don't work for an insurer; we work for you.

  5. Review and Adapt: Your Growth Shield is a living thing. It needs to adapt as your life changes. Get married? Have children? Get a promotion? Buy a bigger house? Start a business? These are all key moments to review your cover to ensure it still meets your needs. A quick check-in every 2-3 years is a smart habit.

Conclusion: The Freedom to Grow

Financial protection is not about fear. It is about empowerment. It is the ultimate act of self-care and forward-thinking, creating the secure and stable foundation upon which you can build your best life.

It's the unseen architecture that allows you to reach higher, take smarter risks, and focus on your personal and professional growth, safe in the knowledge that you are shielded from life's most challenging financial shocks. It transforms anxiety about the future into confidence in your ability to handle whatever comes your way.

Don't leave your future, your family, and your dreams to chance. Take control. Build your Growth Shield today and unlock a life of resilience, opportunity, and peace of mind.

Is life insurance expensive?

The cost of life insurance and other protection products varies hugely depending on your age, health, lifestyle (e.g., whether you smoke), the amount of cover you need, and the length of the policy. However, for a young, healthy individual, it can be surprisingly affordable—often costing less than a couple of weekly coffees. The key is to get cover early while you are young and healthy to lock in lower premiums for the long term.

Do I need a medical exam to get cover?

Not always. For many people, especially younger applicants seeking standard levels of cover, insurers can make a decision based on the answers you provide on your application form. However, for older applicants, those seeking very high levels of cover, or those with a history of medical issues, the insurer may request a GP report or a mini-screening with a nurse. This is a simple process, usually involving a questionnaire, blood pressure check, and a blood or urine sample, and is paid for by the insurer.

What if I have a pre-existing medical condition?

It is still very possible to get cover. You must be completely honest about any pre-existing conditions on your application. Depending on the condition, its severity, and how long ago you had it, an insurer might offer you cover at standard rates, increase the premium, or place an "exclusion" on the policy, meaning it won't pay out for claims related to that specific condition. In these complex cases, the expertise of a broker is invaluable, as they can approach specialist insurers who are more likely to offer favourable terms.

Can I trust insurers to pay out?

Yes. The perception that insurers avoid paying claims is outdated and inaccurate. According to the Association of British Insurers (ABI), in 2023, the industry paid out over 97% of all life insurance, critical illness, and income protection claims. The vast majority of the small percentage of declined claims are due to "non-disclosure"—where the applicant wasn't truthful about their health or lifestyle on the application form—or because the condition claimed for didn't meet the policy definition. This highlights the importance of filling out your application honestly and understanding your policy terms.

What is the key difference between Income Protection and Critical Illness Cover?

This is a common point of confusion. The easiest way to remember is:
  • Income Protection is designed to cover your monthly outgoings. It pays a regular monthly income if you can't work due to any illness or injury.
  • Critical Illness Cover is designed to cover major one-off costs. It pays a single, tax-free lump sum if you are diagnosed with a specific serious illness listed on your policy.
The two policies protect you in different ways and work perfectly together as part of a comprehensive protection plan.

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Why life insurance and how does it work?

What is Life Insurance?

Life insurance is an insurance policy that can provide financial support for your loved ones when you or your joint policy holder passes away. It can help clear any outstanding debts, such as a mortgage, and cover your family's living and other expenses such costs of education, so your family can continue to pay bills and living expenses. In addition to life insurance, insurance providers offer related products such as income protection and critical illness, which we will touch upon below.

How does it work?

Life insurance pays out if you die. The payout can be in the form of a lump sum payment or can be paid as a replacement for a regular income. It's your decision how much cover you'd like to take based on your financial resources and how much you'd like to leave to your family to help them deal with any outstanding debts and living expenses. Your premium depends on a number of factors, including your occupation, health and other criteria.

The payout amount can change over time or can be fixed. A level term or whole of life policy offers a fixed payout. A decreasing term policy offers a payout that decreases over the term of the cover.

With critical illness policies, a payout is made if you’re diagnosed with a terminal illness with a remaining life expectancy of less than 12 months. While income protection policies ensure you can continue to meet your financial commitments if you are forced to take an extended break from work. If you can’t work because you’ve had an accident, fallen sick, or lost your job through no fault of your own, income protection insurance pays you an agreed portion of your salary each month.

Income protection is particularly helpful for people in dangerous occupations who want to be sure their mortgage will always be covered. Income protection only covers events beyond your control: you’re much less likely to be covered if you’re fired from your job or if you injure yourself deliberately.

Questions to ask yourself regarding life insurance

Just ask yourself:
👉 Who would pay your mortgage or rent if you were to pass away or fall seriously ill?
👉 Who would pay for your family’s food, clothing, study fees or lifestyle?
👉 Who would provide for the costs of your funeral or clear your debts?
👉 Who would pay for your costs if you're unable to work due to serious illness or disability?

Many families don’t realise that life, income protection and critical illness insurance is one of the most effective ways to protect their finances. A great insurance policy can cover costs, protect a family from inheriting debts and even pay off a mortgage.

Many would think that the costs for all the benefits provided by life insurance, income protection insurance or critical illness insurance are too high, but the great news is in the current market policies are actually very inexpensive.

Benefits offered by income protection, life and critical illness insurance

Life insurance, income protection and critical illness insurance are indispensable for every family because a child loses a parent every 22 minutes in the UK, while every single day tragically 60 people suffer major injuries on the UK roads. Some people become unable to work because of sickness or disability.

Life insurance cover pays out a lump sum to your family, loved ones or whomever you choose to get the money. This can be used to secure the financial future of your loved ones meaning they would not have to struggle financially in the event of your death.

If it's a critical illness cover, the payout happens sooner - upon diagnosis of a serious illness, disability or medical condition, easing the financial hardship such an event inevitably brings.

Income protection insurance can be very important for anyone who relies on a pay check to cover their living costs, but it's especially important if you’re self-employed or own a small business, where your employment and income is a bit less stable. It pays a regular income if you can't work because of sickness or disability and continues until you return to paid work or you retire.

In a world where 1 in 4 of us would struggle financially after just four weeks without work, the stark reality hits hard – a mere 7% of UK adults possess the vital shield of income protection. The urgency of safeguarding our financial well-being has never been more palpable.

Let's face it – relying on savings isn't a solution for everyone. Almost 25% of people have no savings at all, and a whopping 50% have £1,000 or less tucked away. Even more concerning, 51% of Brits – that's a huge 27 million people – wouldn't last more than one month living off their savings. That's a 10% increase from 2022.

And don't even think about state benefits being a safety net. The maximum you can expect from statutory sick pay is a mere £109.40 per week for up to 28 weeks. Not exactly a financial lifeline, right?

Now, let's tackle a common objection: "But I have critical illness insurance. I don't need income protection too." Here's the deal – the two policies apply to very different situations. In a nutshell:

  • Critical illness insurance pays a single lump sum if you're diagnosed with or undergo surgery for a specified potentially life-threatening illness. It's great for handling big one-off expenses or debts.
  • Income protection, on the other hand, pays a percentage of your salary as a regular payment if you can't work due to illness or injury. It's the superhero that tackles those relentless monthly bills.

Types of life insurance policies

Common reasons for getting a life insurance policy are to:
✅ Leave behind an amount of money to keep your family comfortable
✅ Protect the family home and pay off the mortgage in full or in part
✅ Pay for funeral costs

Starting from as little as a couple of pounds per week, you can do all that with a Life Policy.

Level Term Life Insurance
One of the simplest forms of life insurance, level term life insurance works by selecting a length of time for which you would want to be covered and then deciding how much you would like your loved ones to receive should the worst happen. Should your life insurance policy pay out to your family, it would be in a lump sum amount that can be used in whatever way the beneficiary may wish.

Decreasing Term Life Insurance
Decreasing term life insurance works in the same way as level term, except the lump sum payment amount upon death decreases with time. The common use for decreasing term life cover is to protect against mortgage repayment as the lump sum decreases along with the principal of the mortgage itself.

Increasing Term Life Insurance
Increasing term life insurance aims to pay out a cash sum growing each year if the worst happens while covered by the policy. With increasing term life cover amount insured increases annually by a fixed amount for the length of the policy. This can protect your policy's value against inflation, which could be advantageous if you’re looking to maintain your loved ones’ living standards, continue paying off your mortgage in line with its repayment schedule and cover your children’s education fees.

Whole of Life Insurance
Whereas term life insurance policies only pay out if you pass away during their term, whole of life insurance pays out to your beneficiaries whenever this should happen. The most common uses for whole life insurance are to cover the costs of a funeral or as a vehicle for your family's inheritance tax planning.

Family Income Benefit
Family income benefit is a somewhat lesser-known product in the family of life insurance products. Paying out a set amount every month of year to your beneficiaries, it is the most cost-effective way of maintaining your family's living standards to an age where you'd expect them to be able to support themselves financially. The most common use would be for a family with children who are not working yet so are unable to take care of themselves financially.

Relevant Life Insurance
Relevant Life Insurance is a tax-efficient policy for a director or single employee. A simple level term life insurance product, it is placed in a specific trust to ensure its tax efficiency. The premiums are tax deductible and any benefit payable should a claim arise is also paid out tax free, which makes it an attractive product for entrepreneurs and their businesses.

Important Fact!

There is no need to wait until the renewal of your current policy.
We can look at a more suitable option mid-term!

Why is it important to get life insurance early?

👉 Many people are very thankful that they had their life, income protection, and critical illness insurance cover in place before running into some serious issues. Critical illness and income protection insurance is as important as life insurance for protecting your family's finances.

👉 We insure our cars, houses, bicycles and even bags! Yet our life and health are the most precious things we have.

Easily one of the most important insurance purchases an individual or family can make in their lifetime, the decision to buy life, income protection, critical illness and private medical health insurance can be made much simpler with the help of FCA-authorised advisers. They are the specialists who do the searching and analysis helping people choose between various types of life insurance policies available in the market, including income protection, critical illness and other types of policies most suitable to the client's individual circumstances.

It certainly won't do any harm if you speak with one of our experienced FCA-authorised insurance partner experts who are passionate about advising people on financial matters related to life insurance and are keen to provide you with a free consultation.

You can discuss with them in detail what affordable life, income protection, critical illness or private medical health insurance plan for the necessary peace of mind they would recommend! WeCovr works with some of the best advisers in the market.

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Life, income protection, and/or critical illness insurance are safety nets, very important at a difficult time. If anything happened to you before your cover ends, your life or critical illness insurance would pay a lump sum to your family and/or you (if you took a critical illness or income protection cover) to help cover the losses. Being diagnosed with a critical illness can be devastating, and it won't help matters to be also worrying about how you would cope financially. With a life, income protection, or critical illness policy, you can choose how much cover you need, how you want the policy to pay out, and whether you want cover for both you and your partner. Income protection insurance pays you a regular income if you can't work because of sickness or disability and continues until you return to paid work or you retire. Also known as permanent health insurance, it is quite important for anyone who relies on a paycheck to cover their living costs, but it's particularly important if you're self-employed or own a small business, where your income might be a bit less stable.

Life, income protection, and critical illness insurance pay out millions to families every day. Your expert will explain to you that you need to be honest and open when applying for your insurance.

If you're single with no dependants then it may be that you don't need life assurance. However, if you were to become seriously ill and unable to work, you may benefit from a critical illness or income protection policy. They can help you keep up to date with your rent, bills, food, and other expenses.

It's free to use WeCovr to find life, income protection, and critical illness insurance - we never charge you for quotes. Critical illness, income protection, and life insurance is an investment that pays many times over for you and/or your loved ones.

Life, income protection, and critical illness insurance are important financial products that insurance companies take a lot of care and diligence, so speaking to real human beings ensures that they understand your requirements fully so that you can get the right cover.

All of our partners are carefully vetted and authorised by the FCA, which means they are held to the highest standards that the FCA expects from them and treat all customers fairly!

Our insurance partners give us a few pounds when you take out a policy with one of their experts.

The cost of life insurance depends on several factors, including your age, occupation, health status, and the level of coverage you choose. Your life insurance policy is tailored to your needs, and the cost can vary based on the sum assured, policy term, and other factors.

Some life insurance policies offer an option to add critical illness cover as a rider or as a separate policy. This provides a lump sum payment if you are diagnosed with a critical illness covered by your policy, offering financial support during a difficult time.

Yes, life insurance is available to self-employed individuals to provide financial protection for their loved ones in the event of their death. It ensures that your family can maintain their standard of living and cover expenses such as mortgage payments, bills, and education costs.

If you outlive your life insurance policy and it expires without a claim, you will not receive any payout. Term life insurance policies are designed to provide coverage for a specific period, and once that period ends, the policy terminates without any residual value. However, you can typically renew or purchase a new policy if you still need coverage.

Critical illness insurance provides a lump sum payment if you're diagnosed with a serious illness covered by your policy, offering financial support during a difficult time. It can help cover medical expenses, mortgage payments, and other financial obligations while you focus on recovery.

Critical illness insurance covers a range of serious illnesses and medical conditions specified in your policy, such as cancer, heart attack, stroke, and organ failure. The lump sum payment can be used to cover medical treatment, ongoing care, and living expenses during your recovery.

The cost of critical illness insurance varies depending on factors such as your age, health status, lifestyle, and the level of coverage you choose. Our experts can provide personalised quotes to help you find affordable coverage.

Yes, you can have critical illness insurance alongside your health insurance coverage. Critical illness insurance provides additional financial protection specifically for serious illnesses, complementing your health insurance benefits.

Critical illness insurance policies typically have exclusions for pre-existing conditions and certain medical conditions not covered by the policy. It's essential to review the terms and conditions of your policy to understand what is and isn't covered.

Some critical illness insurance policies may provide coverage for recurring illnesses, while others may not. It's crucial to review the policy terms and understand the specific conditions under which you can make additional claims for recurring illnesses. Your insurer can provide more details on their coverage for recurring critical illnesses.

Yes, you can customise your life insurance policy to suit your individual needs and circumstances. Options may include choosing the sum assured, policy term, premium payment frequency, and additional riders for enhanced coverage.

If you miss a premium payment for your life insurance policy, your coverage may lapse, and your policy could be terminated. However, many insurers offer a grace period during which you can make the payment to keep your policy active. It's essential to contact your insurer to discuss your options if you're unable to make a payment.

Yes, you can typically change the beneficiary of your life insurance policy at any time by completing a beneficiary change form provided by your insurer. It's essential to keep your beneficiary designation up to date to ensure that the proceeds are distributed according to your wishes.

Term life insurance provides cover for a fixed period, such as 10, 20 or 30 years, and pays out a lump sum if you die during that time. It’s often chosen to protect a mortgage or to provide financial support while dependants still rely on your income. Whole-of-life insurance is designed to last for the rest of your life and guarantees a payout whenever you die, as long as premiums are maintained. It’s usually more expensive than term insurance and is sometimes used to help with inheritance tax planning or to leave a guaranteed legacy.

Some term life insurance policies offer the option to convert to a whole life insurance policy without the need for a medical exam or new underwriting. This conversion feature allows you to maintain coverage beyond the term of your policy and provides lifelong protection.

Some life insurance policies offer accelerated death benefits or living benefits that allow you to access a portion of the death benefit if you are diagnosed with a terminal illness. This feature provides financial assistance to help cover medical expenses and other costs during your final months.

While having savings can provide a financial cushion during tough times, income protection insurance offers additional security by replacing a portion of your income if you're unable to work due to illness or disability. It ensures that you can maintain your standard of living and cover essential expenses even if your savings are depleted.

Yes, self-employed individuals can claim income protection insurance if they're unable to work due to illness or disability. Income protection provides a regular income stream to replace lost earnings, helping self-employed individuals cover their living expenses and business costs during periods of incapacity.

The waiting period, also known as the elimination period, is the length of time you must wait after becoming unable to work due to illness or disability before you can start receiving benefits from your income protection insurance policy. Waiting periods typically range from 30 to 90 days, but longer waiting periods may result in lower premiums.

Income protection insurance is designed to provide financial support if you're unable to work due to illness or disability, not for redundancy. However, some policies may offer optional redundancy cover or unemployment cover as an additional benefit, providing a lump sum or monthly payments if you're made redundant.

The tax treatment of income protection insurance benefits depends on whether the premiums were paid with pre-tax or after-tax dollars. Benefits from policies funded with after-tax dollars are typically tax-free, while benefits from policies funded with pre-tax dollars may be subject to income tax. It's essential to consult with a tax advisor to understand the tax implications of your income protection insurance benefits.

Income protection insurance provides a regular income stream if you're unable to work due to illness or disability, while critical illness insurance provides a lump sum payment if you're diagnosed with a covered critical illness, such as cancer, heart attack, or stroke. Critical illness insurance offers financial support to cover medical expenses, living costs, or other obligations during your recovery.

Income protection insurance policies typically have a waiting period (also known as an elimination period) during which you do not receive benefits. If you become unable to work before this waiting period ends, you will not receive any income protection benefits until the waiting period has elapsed. It's important to have sufficient savings or other financial resources to cover your expenses during this initial period.

Many income protection insurance policies allow you to increase your coverage amount if your income rises, without the need for additional underwriting or medical examinations. This feature, sometimes called a 'guaranteed insurability option,' ensures that your coverage keeps pace with your increasing income and financial obligations.

The maximum age to purchase critical illness insurance varies depending on the insurer and the specific policy. While some insurers may offer critical illness insurance up to age 70 or beyond, others may have lower age limits. It's essential to check with insurers to determine their age eligibility criteria for purchasing critical illness insurance.

Whether you can get critical illness insurance if you have pre-existing conditions depends on the insurer's underwriting guidelines and the specific medical conditions. Some insurers may offer coverage with exclusions for pre-existing conditions, while others may decline coverage altogether. It's essential to disclose any pre-existing conditions when applying for critical illness insurance and discuss your options with insurers.

While health insurance provides coverage for medical expenses, critical illness insurance offers financial protection for broader expenses associated with a serious illness, such as lost income, household bills, and lifestyle changes. Critical illness insurance complements health insurance by providing additional financial support during a challenging time, ensuring that you can focus on recovery without worrying about financial burdens.

If you don't make a claim on your critical illness insurance during the policy term, you won't receive a benefit payout. However, having critical illness insurance provides peace of mind knowing that you're financially protected if you're diagnosed with a covered critical illness during the policy term. It's a form of financial preparation for unexpected events and offers valuable protection for you and your family.

If you outlive your critical illness insurance policy and don't make a claim for a covered critical illness during the policy term, the coverage will expire, and you won't receive a benefit payout. Critical illness insurance provides financial protection for a specific period, typically until a specified age or policy term, and offers peace of mind knowing that you're prepared for the unexpected.

Yes, many insurers offer optional riders or add-ons that you can add to your critical illness insurance policy for enhanced coverage. Common riders may include waiver of premium, which waives future premium payments if you become disabled, or return of premium, which refunds a portion of your premiums if you don't make a claim during the policy term. It's essential to review available riders with insurers to customise your coverage to meet your specific needs.

To make a claim on your critical illness insurance policy, you'll need to notify your insurer of your diagnosis and submit a claim form along with any required medical documentation, such as medical reports, test results, and physician statements. Once your claim is reviewed and approved by the insurer, you'll receive the lump sum benefit payment, which you can use to cover medical expenses, living costs, or other financial needs during your recovery.

As we age, the likelihood of encountering health complications increases for us all. In the event that you develop a severe medical condition, critical illness protection can assist with the expenses of crucial bills – enabling you to concentrate on recuperation or adjusting to your new health circumstance.

The typical expense of a Critical Illness protection policy will fluctuate based on aspects such as your age and medical background. As per our investigation, you can secure a policy starting from as low as £8 (for a non-smoking 21-year-old individual).

The most prevalent critical illnesses in the UK are cancer, cardiac arrest, and cerebrovascular accident (stroke).

Cancer is one of the primary causes for critical illness insurance claims in the UK. Cancer constitutes over 80% of critical illness cover claims for females and about 45% of critical illness claims for males.



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