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Understanding the Differences between Income Protection and Serious Illness Cover

Benefits of Income Protection Benefit

Income protection covers:

  • Any illness, injury, or disability that prevents the policyholder from working (excluding pre-existing conditions)
  • Provides a replacement income if the policyholder cannot work for longer than the deferred period due to illness or injury
  • Includes stress or back pain for coverage
  • Pays out a regular recurring taxable income at the marginal rate after the deferred period

Pros of Income Protection

  • Provides a replacement income, especially for self-employed individuals
  • Tax relief provided on premiums paid
  • Can make multiple claims on the policy
  • Covers absence from work due to stress or back pain
  • Premiums are affordable when commencing the plan

Cons of Income Protection

  • Difficult to obtain cover for manual labor or high-risk occupations
  • Underwriting is strict, and exclusions may apply based on previous illnesses or injuries
  • Definitions of cover can vary between life insurance companies

Benefits of Serious Illness Benefit

Serious illness cover:

  • Pays a lump sum if the policyholder is diagnosed with one of the specified illnesses covered by the policy
  • Illness must be listed under the policy’s definitions
  • Pays out a once-off tax-free lump sum on diagnosis of the illness

Pros of Serious Illness Cover

  • Provides a tax-free lump sum benefit
  • Lump sum may be adequate to pay off mortgage balance
  • Can select the sum insured required at an affordable premium
  • Additional benefits available on some plans

Cons of Serious Illness Cover

  • Definitions of serious illnesses can be complex and vary between policies
  • Underwriting may involve strict criteria and exclusions
  • Definitions of cover can vary between life insurance companies

Ezfees Financial – Mortgage & Life Broker Options

At Ezfees Financial, we prioritize helping you achieve your financial goals. Whether it’s income protection or serious illness cover, our dedicated advisors provide easy-to-understand financial advice tailored to your unique needs and goals. Contact us today at 0818 910800 or email your query to info@ezfeesfinancial.ie

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