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Are you underinsured?
Rice Warner released data showing that there is currently a $1,811 billion underinsurance gap in Australia. They further showed that a typical middle income Australian family with two children were underinsured by a shortfall of $422,000.
Being underinsured can have a negative impact on the future of your loved ones because they won’t be able to pay off debts, loans, and day to day expenses. Getting adequate life insurance cover by speaking to an accredited insurer will ensure that your family is adequately covered.
However, there is also such a thing as being over insured which can make your other policies void. Therefore, it is important to check your policy to see if it is updated to the level of cover that you need.
Have you disclosed your medical conditions?
Some people might shy away from disclosing all their medical information because of the likelihood of it raising their premiums. However, not doing so or lying about your medical history will not work in your favour as it has the possibility of making your cover void.
This can be problematic for your family when they need to make a claim to cover expenses. It’s important that you list all medical conditions, so your insurer can provide adequate cover.
Update your beneficiary list
Keep your beneficiary list updated to ensure that your loved ones are covered. Even if you do not have children or a spouse you can use it to help another family member. If you do happen to have just started a family, then you should list all your loved ones who need to be covered should anything happen.
Have you calculated properly?
The premiums you pay on your life insurance will differ from person to person depending on the type of lifestyle you wish your loved ones to sustain once you are gone. Getting adequate cover is to evaluate your current lifestyle and calculating the cost of maintaining it.
You can speak to an insurer who will help you evaluate if you have adequate cover or use online life insurance calculators that will give you a rough estimation of how much you need.
Is it time for a change?
If your life insurance premiums outweigh the features and benefits, then it’s time to move on. People assume that the more expensive cover means you are getting the best deal, which is not always the case.
It’s important that you check the features and benefits that come with your life insurance before taking it on. One way you can help yourself find the best deal for you and your family is if you compare policies before deciding.
You can always add or amend your policy to help cater to your needs. Avoid keeping your life insurance policy as something that you have to get off your to do list, but update it to ensure you
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