Category: Life Insurance | Reading Time: 4 minutes If you smoke, you’ll already know it’s not great for your health. But you might not realise just how much it affects your life insurance costs. Smokers typically pay significantly more for cover—sometimes double what non-smokers pay. Here’s what you need to know about smoking and life […]
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Category: Life Insurance | Reading Time: 4 minutes Taking out life insurance is an important step, but there’s another crucial decision that many people overlook: choosing your beneficiaries. These are the people who will receive your policy payout, and getting this right ensures your money goes exactly where you intend. Here’s everything you need to […]
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Category: Life Insurance | Reading Time: 4 minutes When you’re in a couple and thinking about life insurance, one of the first decisions you’ll face is whether to take out a joint policy or two separate ones. It’s not just about cost—it’s about choosing the right level of protection for your family. Let’s break down […]
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Category: Life Insurance | Reading Time: 4 minutes ‘I’ll sort out life insurance later’ is something we hear often at Cover Direct. People mean well—they know it’s important—but other priorities always seem more urgent. The problem is, delaying can cost you significantly more than you might think. Here’s why sooner really is better when it […]
Category: Life Insurance | Reading Time: 4 minutes Taking out life insurance is a smart move—but it’s not a “set it and forget it” decision. Your life changes, and your cover should change with it. Here are the key moments when you should revisit your policy. Getting married or entering a civil partnership When you […]
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Category: Critical Illness Cover | Reading Time: 4 minutes When shopping for life insurance, you’ll often see the option to add critical illness cover. But what exactly is it, and is it worth the extra cost? Let’s break it down. What is critical illness cover? Critical illness cover pays out a tax-free lump sum if […]
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One of the most common questions we hear at Cover Direct is: “How much life insurance do I need?” It’s a fair question—and an important one. Get it wrong, and you could leave your family underinsured or end up paying for cover you don’t need. The good news is that calculating the right amount isn’t […]
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Buying your first home is one of life’s most exciting milestones. After months of searching, saving, and paperwork, you’re finally holding the keys to a place you can call your own. But alongside the excitement comes a significant financial responsibility: your mortgage. For most first-time buyers, a mortgage is the largest debt they’ll ever take […]
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At first glance, you might think the difference between critical illness cover and private medical cover is obvious. But while there are distinct differences, there are also plenty of overlaps too – and many insurance products will contain both products in one package. Taken at face value, they serve very different purposes and are designed […]
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It’s one of the most important financial decisions you’ll make, but how much do you really know about life insurance? And how much of what you think you know is actually a myth? Cutting through the confusion is key to making smart, sensible choices. The more you know, the less likely you are to take […]
