Login

The Unshakable You: Grow Beyond Risk

The Unshakable You: Grow Beyond Risk 2026

How Proactive Protection – from Income Security to Life's Biggest Challenges – is the Ultimate Investment in Your Personal Growth, Relationships, and Lasting Legacy.

Discover why strategies like Family Income Benefit, Income Protection, Critical Illness Cover, Personal Sick Pay (vital for our dedicated nurses, electricians, and tradespeople), Life Protection, and even future-focused Gift Inter Vivos planning, combined with access to private health insurance, empower you to thrive. Transform the projected 2025 reality of 1 in 2 UK adults facing cancer into a powerful blueprint for an unstoppable future, giving you the freedom to build a life so resilient, nothing can truly break your stride.

We plan our careers. We plan our holidays. We plan our family's future. Yet, when it comes to planning for life's unexpected turns, we often hesitate. We see protection as a cost, a 'grudge purchase' for a future we hope never happens.

But what if we reframed that thinking entirely?

What if financial protection wasn't about fear, but about freedom? What if having a robust safety net wasn't just about surviving a crisis, but about creating the very foundation that allows you to truly thrive? This is the essence of becoming unshakable. It’s about proactively building a financial fortress so strong that you have the confidence to take risks, pursue your passions, and invest fully in your personal growth and relationships.

The statistics paint a stark picture. Projections from leading health organisations like Cancer Research UK suggest that by 2025, a staggering 1 in 2 people in the UK will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime. The Association of British Insurers (ABI) reports that over 1 million people a year find themselves unable to work due to sickness or injury. These aren't abstract numbers; they represent colleagues, neighbours, family, and potentially, ourselves.

The financial fallout from such events can be just as devastating as the emotional and physical toll. It can halt ambitions, strain relationships, and dismantle legacies built over a lifetime.

This guide is your blueprint for turning that vulnerability into your greatest strength. We will explore how a comprehensive, proactive protection strategy—from securing your monthly income to confronting major health crises—is the single most powerful investment you can make in yourself. It's the key that unlocks a life of resilience, ambition, and peace of mind, empowering you to build a future that no storm can truly shake.

The Mindset Shift: From "What If?" to "So What?"

The traditional approach to insurance is rooted in a question of fear: "What if I get sick? What if I can't work? What if I die?" This mindset, while practical, keeps us in a defensive posture.

Proactive protection invites a profound mindset shift. By putting the right financial pillars in place, the question changes from a fearful "What if?" to an empowered "So what?".

  • "So what if I'm diagnosed with a critical illness?"

    • Empowered answer: "My Critical Illness policy will provide a tax-free lump sum. I can pay off the mortgage, adapt my home, access the best treatments without financial worry, and focus 100% on my recovery."
  • "So what if an injury prevents me from working for a year?"

    • Empowered answer: "My Income Protection plan will replace my lost earnings. My family's lifestyle won't change, the bills will be paid, and my savings will remain untouched. I can recover without the stress of financial ruin."

This shift is transformative. It liberates your mental and emotional bandwidth. When you are not subconsciously worried about financial collapse, you are free to:

  • Take calculated career risks: Start that business, go freelance, or pivot to a new industry without the terror of having no safety net.
  • Be fully present in your relationships: Financial stress is a leading cause of conflict. Removing it allows you to be a better partner, parent, and friend.
  • Invest in your personal growth: Pursue that master's degree, learn a new skill, or take time for self-development, knowing your financial core is secure.
  • Live more generously: Feel confident in your ability to support your children, help your parents, or contribute to causes you care about.

Financial resilience is the invisible architecture that supports a bold and fulfilling life. It’s not about preventing bad things from happening; it’s about ensuring that when they do, they are merely chapters in your story, not the end of it.

The Bedrock of Resilience: Protecting Your Greatest Asset – Your Income

For most of us, our ability to earn an income is our single most valuable asset. It pays the mortgage, puts food on the table, and funds our future. Yet, it's often the most overlooked aspect of financial planning. Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) in the UK provides a minimal safety net, amounting to just over £116 per week as of 2024-2025—scarcely enough to cover the average weekly rent, let alone all other living costs.

This is where income security products become the bedrock of your financial fortress.

Income Protection (IP): Your Personal Salary in a Crisis

Income Protection is arguably the most crucial policy you can own during your working life. It’s designed to do one thing: replace a significant portion of your gross monthly income if you’re unable to work due to any illness or injury.

How does it work?

  • Pays a Regular Income: Instead of a one-off lump sum, it provides a monthly, tax-free payment.
  • Long-Term Support: Policies can pay out for a set period (e.g., 2 or 5 years) or right up until you return to work, retire, or the policy term ends.
  • Deferment Period: You choose a waiting period (the 'deferment period') before the payments start. This can be tailored to match your employer's sick pay scheme or your personal savings, typically from 4 weeks to 12 months. A longer deferment period means a lower premium.
  • 'Own Occupation' Definition: This is the gold standard. It means the policy will pay out if you are unable to do your specific job. Other definitions, like 'suited occupation' or 'any occupation', are less comprehensive and should be carefully considered.

Who is it essential for? Everyone who works. But it is particularly vital for:

  • The Self-Employed and Freelancers: You have no employer sick pay to fall back on. IP is your only safety net.
  • Company Directors: You need to ensure your personal finances are ring-fenced from business performance, especially during a health crisis.
  • Those with Limited Employer Sick Pay: If your employer only offers SSP or a few weeks of full pay, you have a significant gap to fill.
FeatureIncome Protection (IP)Statutory Sick Pay (SSP)
ProviderPrivate InsurerUK Government (via employer)
Payout AmountUp to 60-70% of your gross income (tax-free)£116.75 per week (2024/25 rate)
Payout Duration1, 2, 5 years, or up to retirementMaximum of 28 weeks
Definition of 'Ill'Based on policy definition (e.g., 'own occupation')Strict government eligibility rules
FlexibilityHighly customisable (deferment, term, payout)No flexibility

Personal Sick Pay: Short-Term Cover for Hands-On Professionals

While comprehensive Income Protection is ideal, some individuals, particularly those in manual or riskier professions, may benefit from a more straightforward, short-term solution. This is often referred to as Personal Sick Pay or Accident, Sickness & Unemployment (ASU) cover.

These policies are designed for immediate impact:

  • Shorter Deferment: Often pays out from day 1 or day 8 of being unable to work.
  • Shorter Payout Period: Typically pays out for a maximum of 12 or 24 months.
  • Simpler Underwriting: The application process can be less detailed than for full IP.

This makes it a vital tool for the UK's skilled tradespeople—our dedicated electricians, plumbers, builders, and mechanics—as well as frontline workers like nurses and care assistants. For these professionals, an injury can mean an immediate and total loss of income. Personal Sick Pay bridges that critical gap, ensuring the bills are paid while they recover from an accident or a short-term illness, without the longer-term commitment of a full IP policy.

Get Tailored Quote

Executive Income Protection: The Director's Advantage

For company directors, there is a smarter way to arrange income protection. Executive Income Protection is a policy owned and paid for by your limited company. The benefits are significant:

  • Tax Efficiency: The premiums are typically treated as an allowable business expense, reducing the company's corporation tax bill.
  • No P11D Benefit: It is not usually considered a 'benefit in kind', meaning no extra personal tax for the director.
  • Higher Cover Limits: Insurers often allow for higher levels of cover compared to personal plans.

This is an essential strategy for any director looking to protect their income in the most tax-efficient way possible, ensuring both personal and business stability.

Confronting Life's Biggest Hurdles: Critical Illness & Health Security

A serious health diagnosis is a life-altering event. Beyond the immediate medical challenge lies a new landscape of financial pressures: lost income, the cost of specialist treatment, home modifications, or simply the desire to step back from a stressful job. This is where health-focused protection moves from a 'nice-to-have' to a fundamental necessity.

Critical Illness Cover (CIC): Financial Firepower When You Need It Most

Critical Illness Cover pays out a tax-free lump sum if you are diagnosed with one of a specific list of serious medical conditions defined in the policy. The "big three" covered by almost all comprehensive policies are cancer, heart attack, and stroke, but modern policies can cover over 50 conditions, including multiple sclerosis, major organ transplant, and Parkinson's disease.

The power of CIC is its flexibility. The lump sum can be used for anything, giving you complete control at a time when you may feel you have very little.

How people use a Critical Illness payout:

  • Clear the Mortgage: Removing the single biggest monthly outgoing provides immense peace of mind.
  • Cover Lost Earnings: Allows a partner to take time off work to act as a carer.
  • Fund Private Treatment: Access treatments, drugs, or specialists not immediately available on the NHS.
  • Adapt the Home: Install a stairlift, create a downstairs bedroom, or make other necessary modifications.
  • Reduce Work Hours: Remove financial pressure, allowing you to move to a less stressful, part-time role.
  • Fund a Recuperative Trip: Take time away with family to recover and create positive memories.

Given the projection that 1 in 2 of us will face cancer, having a plan that delivers a significant financial sum to fight back with is no longer a luxury; it's a core component of a resilient life strategy.

Private Health Insurance (PMI): Your Fast-Track to Recovery

While the NHS is a national treasure, it is under undeniable strain. Waiting lists for diagnostics and elective treatments can be lengthy, causing anxiety and potentially delaying recovery. Private Medical Insurance (PMI) works alongside the NHS to provide you with more choice, speed, and comfort.

Key Benefits of PMI:

  • Prompt Diagnosis: Bypassing long waits for scans (MRI, CT) and consultations with specialists.
  • Choice of Specialist & Hospital: You can choose the consultant and hospital for your treatment from the insurer's approved list.
  • Access to Specialist Drugs: May provide funding for new or expensive drugs not yet approved by NICE for NHS use.
  • Comfort & Privacy: A private room, en-suite facilities, and more flexible visiting hours can significantly improve the recovery experience.

Combining PMI with Income Protection and Critical Illness Cover creates a powerful trifecta. PMI gets you diagnosed and treated quickly, IP replaces your income while you're off work, and CIC provides a financial cushion to handle the wider impact of the illness. At WeCovr, we help clients navigate these choices, comparing leading providers to find a plan that balances comprehensive cover with your budget. As part of our commitment to your holistic wellbeing, our clients also receive complimentary access to our AI-powered nutrition app, CalorieHero, because we believe proactive health management is a vital part of a resilient life.

Building Your Legacy: Protection for Those You Leave Behind

True resilience extends beyond our own lifetime. It’s about ensuring that the people we love are secure and that the legacy we’ve built is protected. Life protection strategies are the ultimate expression of care, providing for your family when you no longer can.

Life Protection (Term Assurance): The Foundational Promise

This is the simplest form of life insurance. It pays out a cash lump sum if you die within a set term. It’s designed to answer one question: "How would my family cope financially if my income disappeared forever?"

There are two main types:

  1. Level Term Assurance: The payout amount remains the same throughout the policy term. This is ideal for covering an interest-only mortgage or providing a general family lump sum to invest for an income.
  2. Decreasing Term Assurance: The payout amount reduces over time, broadly in line with a repayment mortgage. It’s a cost-effective way to ensure the mortgage is cleared upon death.

A life insurance payout can secure a family's future, allowing them to remain in the family home, fund university education, and live without immediate financial hardship during a time of immense grief.

Family Income Benefit (FIB): A Smarter Way to Protect Your Family

While a large lump sum seems appealing, managing it can be a daunting task for a grieving partner. Family Income Benefit offers a more manageable and often more suitable alternative.

Instead of a single lump sum, FIB pays out a regular, tax-free monthly or annual income from the point of claim until the policy's end date.

Why choose FIB?

  • Matches Family Needs: It replaces the lost monthly salary, making budgeting simple and intuitive. It covers the regular outgoings—mortgage, bills, food, childcare—just as a salary would.
  • Cost-Effective: Because the insurer's total potential liability decreases over time, FIB is often significantly cheaper than a level-term policy for the same level of protection.
  • Protects Young Families: It's perfect for parents who want to ensure their children are financially supported until they reach independence (e.g., age 21 or 25).

Example: Lump Sum vs. Family Income Benefit

A 35-year-old wants to ensure their family has £3,000 per month for the next 20 years.

  • Lump Sum Approach: They might take out a £720,000 level term policy (£3,000 x 12 months x 20 years).
  • FIB Approach: They take out an FIB policy with a 20-year term paying £3,000 per month. If they die in year 1, the policy pays out £3,000/month for 19 years. If they die in year 15, it pays out for 5 years.

The FIB policy precisely matches the need and is therefore more capital-efficient and affordable.

Gift Inter Vivos (GIV): Smart Planning for Inheritance Tax

For those with significant estates, planning for Inheritance Tax (IHT) is a key part of legacy building. One common strategy is to make large financial gifts to children or other beneficiaries during your lifetime.

However, under HMRC rules, if you die within seven years of making the gift, it may still be subject to IHT on a sliding scale. This can create an unexpected and substantial tax bill for your loved ones.

A Gift Inter Vivos insurance policy is the solution. It is a specialised life insurance plan designed to cover this potential IHT liability. The policy runs for seven years, and the cover amount decreases over time, mirroring the tapering IHT relief. It ensures that your gift is received in full, exactly as you intended, without being eroded by tax.

Specialised Protection for the UK's Business Leaders and Entrepreneurs

The resilience of a business often rests on the shoulders of a few key individuals. The self-employed, freelancers, and company directors face unique risks that demand specialised protection solutions.

Protection TypeWhat It DoesWho It's ForKey Benefit
Key Person InsuranceProvides a lump sum to the business if a key employee dies or suffers a critical illness.Businesses reliant on specific individuals (e.g., top salesperson, technical expert).Covers lost profits, recruitment costs, and reassures lenders/investors.
Executive Income ProtectionA company-paid policy that provides a replacement income to a director unable to work.Company Directors.Highly tax-efficient for the business and the individual.
Relevant Life PlanA company-paid 'death-in-service' benefit for an individual employee/director.Directors and employees of small businesses without a group scheme.A tax-efficient way to provide life cover; not a P11D benefit.
Shareholder ProtectionProvides funds for remaining shareholders to buy the shares of a deceased shareholder.Co-owners of a private limited company.Ensures smooth business continuity and prevents shares passing to family.

For a business owner, separating personal and business financial resilience is critical. A health crisis shouldn't jeopardise the company you've built, and a business downturn shouldn't destroy your personal finances. A strategic combination of personal and business protection creates a firewall, allowing both to withstand shocks.

The Unshakable Lifestyle: Integrating Protection with Holistic Wellbeing

Becoming truly unshakable is about more than just insurance policies. It’s a holistic approach that integrates financial preparedness with proactive health and wellness. Modern insurers understand this, and many now include valuable wellbeing services with their protection policies at no extra cost.

These can include:

  • Virtual GP Services: 24/7 access to a GP via phone or video call.
  • Mental Health Support: Access to counselling and therapy sessions.
  • Second Medical Opinion Services: Get a world-leading expert to review your diagnosis and treatment plan.
  • Fitness & Nutrition Programmes: Discounts on gym memberships and access to health apps.

This is a paradigm shift. Your insurer is no longer just a passive entity waiting for a claim; they are an active partner in keeping you healthy.

You can amplify this by taking control of your own wellbeing:

  • Nourish Your Body: A balanced diet rich in whole foods is your first line of defence against many chronic illnesses.
  • Prioritise Sleep: Aim for 7-9 hours of quality sleep per night. It's vital for cognitive function, immune health, and emotional regulation.
  • Move Every Day: Regular physical activity reduces the risk of heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, and some cancers.
  • Manage Stress: Incorporate mindfulness, meditation, or simple hobbies to manage the pressures of modern life.

By building a strong foundation of financial protection, you create the security and peace of mind to fully invest in this healthier, more resilient lifestyle.

Taking Action: How to Build Your Financial Fortress

Building a comprehensive protection portfolio can seem complex, but it can be broken down into simple, manageable steps.

  1. Assess Your Situation: What are your monthly outgoings? What debts do you have (mortgage, loans)? Who depends on you financially? What sick pay does your employer provide?
  2. Identify the Gaps: Where are you vulnerable? Is it your income? A potential critical illness? Your family's future if you were gone?
  3. Prioritise Your Needs: You don't have to do everything at once. The most critical starting point for most working people is Income Protection. From there, you can layer on Critical Illness and Life Cover as your budget and needs dictate.
  4. Seek Expert Advice: This is not a DIY task. The UK protection market is vast and complex. An independent expert adviser, like our team at WeCovr, can be invaluable. We don't work for one insurer; we work for you. We'll take the time to understand your unique circumstances and search the entire market to find the right policies from leading insurers that fit your needs and budget.
  5. Review Regularly: Life changes. You might get married, have children, get a pay rise, or start a business. It's crucial to review your protection portfolio every few years to ensure it still provides the unshakable foundation you need.

Proactive protection is the ultimate act of self-investment. It's a declaration that your future, your family's security, and your peace of mind are non-negotiable. It's the framework that gives you the courage to live bigger, aim higher, and build a life so resilient, so well-defended, that nothing can truly break your stride.

Is it better to have savings than Income Protection?

While having savings is essential for short-term emergencies, it's rarely a substitute for Income Protection (IP). Consider this: if you needed to replace £3,000 of monthly income, you would burn through £36,000 in savings in just one year. A long-term illness could wipe out a lifetime of savings. IP is designed specifically for this risk, protecting your savings for their intended purpose, like retirement or your children's future, while the policy handles your income replacement.

I'm young and healthy, do I really need Critical Illness Cover?

Getting cover when you are young and healthy is the best time to do it. Premiums are significantly lower, and you are less likely to have pre-existing conditions that might lead to exclusions. While serious illness is more common in older age, it can strike at any time. A diagnosis in your 30s or 40s can be financially devastating without cover, as you have a mortgage and potentially a young family to support. Securing a policy early locks in a lower price for the life of the plan and provides peace of mind for decades to come.

What is the difference between Life Insurance and Family Income Benefit?

The main difference is how they pay out. Standard life insurance (Term Assurance) pays a single, tax-free lump sum upon death. Family Income Benefit (FIB) pays a smaller, regular tax-free income (e.g., monthly) from the point of claim until the policy's end date. FIB is often cheaper and can be easier for a family to manage as it directly replaces a lost salary, making it an excellent choice for those with young children.

As a self-employed electrician, what cover should I prioritise?

For a self-employed tradesperson like an electrician, the absolute priority is protecting your income, as you have no employer sick pay. A robust **Income Protection** policy with an 'own occupation' definition is essential. This ensures you're covered if you can't do your specific job. You might also consider a **Personal Sick Pay** policy for more immediate, short-term cover. After securing your income, you should then look at **Critical Illness Cover** and **Life Insurance** to protect your family and mortgage.

Do I need to take a medical exam to get insurance?

Not always. For many people, cover can be put in place based on the answers you provide on the application form. However, insurers may request more information from your GP or ask you to attend a medical screening if you are applying for a very large amount of cover, you are older, or you have declared certain pre-existing medical conditions. Being honest and thorough on your application is the most important thing to ensure any future claim is paid.

Can I get cover if I have a pre-existing medical condition?

Yes, it is often still possible to get cover, but the outcome will depend on the specific condition, its severity, and how long ago you were diagnosed or treated. An insurer might offer standard terms, charge a higher premium (a 'rating'), or place an exclusion on the policy relating to that specific condition. This is where an expert adviser is crucial. They know which insurers are more favourable for certain conditions and can guide you to the best possible outcome.

Related guides

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.

By tapping the button below, you can book a free call with them in less than 30 seconds right now:

Our Group Is Proud To Have Issued 900,000+ Policies!

We've established collaboration agreements with leading insurance groups to create tailored coverage
Working with leading UK insurers
Allianz Logo
Ageas Logo
Covea Logo
AIG Logo
Zurich Logo
BUPA Logo
Aviva Logo
Axa Logo
Vitality Logo
Exeter Logo
WPA Logo
National Friendly Logo
General & Medical Logo
Legal & General Logo
ARAG Logo
Scottish Widows Logo
Metlife Logo
HSBC Logo
Guardian Logo
Royal London Logo
Cigna Logo
NIG Logo
CanadaLife Logo
TMHCC Logo

How It Works

1. Complete a brief form
Complete a brief form
2. Our experts analyse your information and find you best quotes
Experts discuss your quotes
3. Enjoy your protection!
Enjoy your protection

Any questions?

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.



...

Who Are WeCovr?

WeCovr is an insurance specialist for people valuing their peace of mind and a great service.

👍 WeCovr will help you get your private medical insurance, life insurance, critical illness insurance and others in no time thanks to our wonderful super-friendly experts ready to assist you every step of the way.

Just a quick and simple form and an easy conversation with one of our experts and your valuable insurance policy is in place for that needed peace of mind!

Important Information

Since 2011, WeCovr has helped thousands of individuals, families, and businesses protect what matters most. We make it easy to get quotes for life insurance, critical illness cover, private medical insurance, and a wide range of other insurance types. We also provide embedded insurance solutions tailored for business partners and platforms.

Political And Credit Risks Ltd is a registered company in England and Wales. Company Number: 07691072. Data Protection Register Number: ZA207579. Registered Office: 22-45 Old Castle Street, London, E1 7NY. WeCovr is a trading style of Political And Credit Risks Ltd. Political And Credit Risks Ltd is Authorised and Regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and is on the Financial Services Register under number 735613.

About WeCovr

WeCovr is your trusted partner for comprehensive insurance solutions. We help families and individuals find the right protection for their needs.